VP of Design Salary in Iraq
Design leader salaries in Iraq are referenced. The salary is 8 million IQD. A benchmark for salaries is mentioned. Cost of living in Baghdad and Erbil is noted.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
ع.د14,500,000 to ع.د19,150,000
Average (per year)
ع.د16,875,000
New hires in Balad work for local companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
ع.د19,700,000 to ع.د25,950,000
Average (per year)
ع.د22,800,000
At this stage, professionals manage small design teams and handle more complex projects.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
ع.د26,150,000 to ع.د32,850,000
Average (per year)
ع.د29,450,000
Senior VPs in Balad oversee design operations across several departments.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
ع.د33,150,000+
Principal roles work with government contracts or established firms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
ع.د7350 - ع.د10100
per hour
Mid-level
ع.د10400 - ع.د13900
per hour
Senior
ع.د14000 - ع.د18050
per hour
Market Overview
Design executives are employed in multiple industries in Baghdad and Basra. Recruiters also target NGOs rebuilding cultural heritage sites.