Head of Design Salary in Santiago, Región Metropolitana de Santiago
Santiago has a significant tech industry presence in Chile, with many international employers and major creative agencies. Higher salaries reflect urban costs, especially for housing and transportation. Design leaders find a broad range of opportunities here.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
CL$1,480,000 to CL$2,100,000
Average (per year)
CL$1,780,000
Graduates starting in Santiago join tech startups or advertising agencies with international clients.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
CL$2,110,000 to CL$3,000,000
Average (per year)
CL$2,550,000
Mid-level designers lead teams in software firms or large creative studios.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
CL$3,010,000 to CL$3,900,000
Average (per year)
CL$3,450,000
Senior heads of design work in finance and telecom companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
CL$3,910,000+
Principals oversee large multidisciplinary teams or manage innovation departments in multinational corporations.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
CL$9000 - CL$13500
per hour
Mid-level
CL$13500 - CL$18000
per hour
Senior
CL$18000 - CL$22500
per hour