VP of Design Salary in Donostia-San Sebastián, Gipuzkoa

Donostia‑San Sebastián has a technology and service sector that includes design leadership roles. Tourism, culinary innovation, and digital services contribute to employment. Salaries in the city differ from those in other Basque towns and major Spanish cities.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€51,000 to €63,000

Average (per year)

€57,000

Initial VP roles support digital agencies and mid-sized Basque firms with growing design teams.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€63,000 to €79,000

Average (per year)

€70,000

Mid-level VPs oversee projects for established employers in tourism, technology, and gastronomy industries.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€79,000 to €90,000

Average (per year)

€85,000

Senior-level professionals lead design for multinational companies or innovation centers based in the city.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€90,000+

Principal VPs lead cross‑border projects in technology‑focused consultancies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€35 - €48

per hour

Mid-level

€48 - €62

per hour

Senior

€62 - €78

per hour

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