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.