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