VP of Design Salary in Alberta, Canada

VP of Design earnings are reported for Alberta. The median salary is C$132,500 per year.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$99,000 to C$120,000

Average (per year)

C$109,000

Entry salaries in Calgary are presented with cost of living and industry competition information.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$120,000 to C$145,000

Average (per year)

C$132,500

At this stage, design leaders work in established firms or fast-growing tech startups.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

C$145,000 to C$170,000

Average (per year)

C$160,000

Senior VPs oversee larger teams and drive strategy in both corporate and digital sectors.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

C$170,000+

Principal leaders in Calgary hold executive-level positions.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

C$60 - C$85

per hour

Mid-level

C$85 - C$115

per hour

Senior

C$115 - C$150

per hour

Nationally, VP of Design salaries hover around C$120,000, so Alberta sits above the average.