Head of Design Salary in Musashino, Tokyo

Musashino is situated in western Tokyo. Animation studios, publishers and tech consultancies operate in Musashino.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥7,000,000 to ¥9,500,000

Average (per year)

¥8,250,000

Entry positions support cultural institutions, media companies and local IT consultancies in Musashino.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥9,500,000 to ¥12,500,000

Average (per year)

¥11,000,000

Mid-level heads work in publishing, animation and digital content in Musashino.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥12,500,000 to ¥17,000,000

Average (per year)

¥14,750,000

Senior roles manage design operations for established studios or expanding tech SMEs with roots in Musashino.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥17,000,000+

Principal heads lead design for animation companies and educational content firms in Musashino.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

¥3500 - ¥4800

per hour

Mid-level

¥4800 - ¥6500

per hour

Senior

¥6500 - ¥8800

per hour