Head of Design Salary in Tuscany, Italy
Tuscany includes design leadership positions. A head of design earns €45,600 per year. Living costs differ from those in major cities.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€33,250 to €40,250
Average (per year)
€36,900
Recent graduates start in Arezzo's jewelry and artisanal production firms, where design aligns with traditional industries.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€40,500 to €50,500
Average (per year)
€45,600
Mid-career Heads of Design work at creative agencies and export-oriented manufacturers.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€50,750 to €60,000
Average (per year)
€54,750
Long-term designers work with luxury brands or larger local employers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€60,000+
Principal designers work in established companies or regional export leaders.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€22 - €31
per hour
Mid-level
€32 - €42
per hour
Senior
€43 - €57
per hour
National averages are about €50,000, so Tuscany is slightly below the countrywide median for this role.