Head of Design Salary in South Karelia, Finland
South Karelia pays about €57,000 for design heads. Companies in the region offer roles that involve both creative direction and product strategy.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€42,000 to €50,000
Average (per year)
€46,000
Entry-level designers in Lappeenranta may collaborate with local companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€51,000 to €63,000
Average (per year)
€57,000
Mid-level professionals in Lappeenranta may work with local organizations.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€64,000 to €76,000
Average (per year)
€70,000
Senior design leaders may be involved in city and university innovation projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€77,000+
Principal positions are available for heads of design at large employers or city-wide projects.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€31 - €38
per hour
Mid-level
€40 - €50
per hour
Senior
€52 - €62
per hour
Nationally, the median for this role sits near €65,000, so South Karelia sits below the Finnish average.