Head of Design Salary in Capricorn District Municipality

Capricorn District Municipality includes Polokwane. Salaries for design heads are based primarily in education, government, and local retail. The tech sector is present.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

R260,000 to R320,000

Average (per year)

R290,000

New designers join public sector projects or support roles in education and retail companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

R320,000 to R430,000

Average (per year)

R375,000

Mid-level professionals oversee design work on local government initiatives, university projects, and regional retail chains.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

R430,000 to R600,000

Average (per year)

R510,000

Senior design heads provide branding and creative direction to large educational institutions and expanding retailers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

R600,000+

Long-term leaders shape design strategy for regional government, large NGOs, and major retail expansion projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

R150 - R250

per hour

Mid-level

R250 - R400

per hour

Senior

R400 - R700

per hour