Head of Design Salary in Atlantis, Western Cape
Atlantis, on Cape Town's outskirts, has a manufacturing base. Salaries in Atlantis are lower than in central Cape Town. Roles support industrial or community projects.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
R294,000 to R375,000
Average (per year)
R336,000
Early-career design leaders in Atlantis work for local manufacturers or municipal initiatives.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
R375,000 to R460,000
Average (per year)
R420,000
In Atlantis, mid-level positions appear in light industry and community development projects.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
R460,000 to R590,000
Average (per year)
R525,000
Senior Heads of Design work for larger manufacturers or oversee regional design teams.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
R590,000+
Principal-level roles are attached to Cape Town-based employers with operations in Atlantis.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
R180 - R260
per hour
Mid-level
R260 - R340
per hour
Senior
R340 - R500
per hour