Head of Design Salary in Lavaux-Oron District

Lavaux-Oron District is located near Lausanne and Geneva. Local design heads work in industries such as wine, hospitality, and tech, where salaries reflect high Swiss living costs.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF95,000 to CHF115,000

Average (per year)

CHF105,000

Early-career Heads of Design join smaller firms or local startups and earn moderate salaries reflecting limited experience and responsibility.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF115,000 to CHF130,000

Average (per year)

CHF122,000

Designers with increasing management duties work for regional agencies or tech companies and experience pay growth.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF130,000 to CHF155,000

Average (per year)

CHF142,000

Senior Heads of Design lead larger teams or work with international clients based in the district.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF155,000+

Principal-level leaders with deep experience work on design strategy for established Swiss companies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

CHF60 - CHF75

per hour

Mid-level

CHF75 - CHF90

per hour

Senior

CHF90 - CHF110

per hour