Head of Design Salary in Kitami, Hokkaidō
Kitami has food processing, electronics, and agriculture. Design leaders bring technical and management skills. Salaries differ across Hokkaido.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,500,000 to ¥5,600,000
Average (per year)
¥5,050,000
First-time Heads of Design develop foundational management skills.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,700,000 to ¥7,000,000
Average (per year)
¥6,350,000
With more experience, professionals often lead creative teams for Kitami's manufacturers or IT outsourcing companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥7,100,000 to ¥8,600,000
Average (per year)
¥7,850,000
Senior Heads of Design manage complex projects for major employers in electronics or agriculture, often coordinating with Sapporo-based partners.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥8,700,000+
The principal tier is for senior design roles.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥2600 - ¥3500
per hour
Mid-level
¥3600 - ¥4600
per hour
Senior
¥4700 - ¥5600
per hour