Product Designer Salary in Selwyn District

Selwyn District is near Christchurch. Designers may commute or work remotely for urban tech firms. Salary bands in the region differ.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

NZ$56,000 to NZ$67,000

Average (per year)

NZ$61,500

Entry-level designers are employed by Christchurch-based firms or small local creative agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

NZ$67,000 to NZ$83,000

Average (per year)

NZ$75,000

Mid-level roles are based in Selwyn, offering affordable living.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

NZ$83,000 to NZ$98,000

Average (per year)

NZ$90,500

Senior designers split time between remote work and Christchurch-based tech companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

NZ$98,000+

Principal roles are limited in the area.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

NZ$32 - NZ$48

per hour

Mid-level

NZ$48 - NZ$70

per hour

Senior

NZ$70 - NZ$90

per hour