Head of Design Salary in Dundee, United Kingdom

Dundee offers a median salary of £53,500 for Head of Design. The figure reflects characteristics of the city.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£41,000 to £47,000

Average (per year)

£44,000

Entry-level Heads of Design help shape creative direction for indie game studios or digital agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£48,000 to £59,000

Average (per year)

£53,500

Mid-level leaders supervise teams in tech companies, gaming firms, or university-affiliated research labs.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£60,000 to £67,000

Average (per year)

£63,500

Senior Heads of Design manage creative departments within Dundee's games and digital sector.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£68,000+

Principal leaders direct strategy for established studios or oversee cross-functional design teams in major tech firms.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£20 - £26

per hour

Mid-level

£27 - £34

per hour

Senior

£35 - £42

per hour

Nationally, Head of Design roles average around £65,000, so Dundee sits below the UK median. Living costs in the area are lower than in some other regions.