Head of Design Salary in Jeddah, Makkah
Jeddah hosts various sectors. The city has designers. Salaries vary across the city.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
SAR18,000 to SAR25,000
Average (per year)
SAR21,500
Design leaders starting in Jeddah work for agencies, tech startups, or family-owned businesses. Monthly pay differs across the city.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
SAR25,000 to SAR33,000
Average (per year)
SAR29,000
Employers look for project management and regional experience at this tier. Many candidates move into roles at large conglomerates or international firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
SAR33,000 to SAR41,000
Average (per year)
SAR37,000
Senior Heads of Design lead teams in finance, logistics, or digital services. Packages here include housing and transport allowances.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
SAR41,000+
At the highest levels, annual bonuses and stock options are common in multinational and large Saudi companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
SAR150 - SAR220
per hour
Mid-level
SAR220 - SAR320
per hour
Senior
SAR320 - SAR450
per hour