VP of Design Salary in Croatia
In Croatia, a VP of Design earns around €57,500 per year. There is demand in Zagreb.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€38,000 to €50,000
Average (per year)
€44,000
In Pula, entry‑level VP of Design positions are uncommon, and smaller firms provide narrower salary ranges.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€50,000 to €65,000
Average (per year)
€57,500
Mid-level positions are present across multiple sectors in the city.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€65,000 to €82,000
Average (per year)
€73,500
Senior VPs lead multi‑disciplinary teams across various industries.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€82,000+
Principal-level roles are found at large employers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€25 - €36
per hour
Mid-level
€36 - €48
per hour
Senior
€48 - €65
per hour
Market Overview
International firms and local startups are present in the market. The tourism sector also hires design executives. Rent influences overall expenses.