VP of Design Salary in Umbria, Italy
Umbria pays a median €72,500 for this role. Mid‑level executives earn this amount while overseeing brand strategy, product aesthetics, and cross‑functional teams. Cost of living influences the figure.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€52,000 to €65,000
Average (per year)
€58,500
Entry-level VPs of Design work in mid-sized firms and focus on digital design projects for local businesses.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€65,000 to €80,000
Average (per year)
€72,500
At mid-level, candidates lead interdisciplinary teams and collaborate with technology startups and regional manufacturing companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€80,000 to €98,000
Average (per year)
€89,000
Senior VPs manage large-scale projects for university-linked tech companies and oversee design strategy for export-oriented businesses.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€98,000+
Principal-level leaders hold executive roles in regional companies or multinational subsidiaries, especially those with ties to Perugia's food and technology sectors.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€32 - €45
per hour
Mid-level
€45 - €65
per hour
Senior
€65 - €85
per hour
Nationally, VPs of Design earn around €85,000, placing Umbria's median below the countrywide figure. Lower living expenses reduce the gap.