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