Head of Design Salary in Grand-Est, France
Grand-Est pays a median €52,000. The region includes automotive and digital agencies. Cost of living is moderate.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€39,000 to €47,000
Average (per year)
€42,500
Salaries for new heads of design in Ardennes are generally lower.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€47,000 to €57,000
Average (per year)
€52,000
Mid-level design roles are found in regional manufacturing firms and local agencies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€57,000 to €67,000
Average (per year)
€62,000
Senior heads of design work in larger companies serving logistics and agriculture.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€67,000+
Principal-level design positions are found in regional headquarters and government projects.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€25 - €36
per hour
Mid-level
€36 - €48
per hour
Senior
€48 - €62
per hour
Nationally, heads of design average around €58,000, so Grand-Est sits slightly below the French mean.