How much does a Lead Designer make in Detroit, MI? The average Lead Designer salary in Detroit, MI is $116,047 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $102,464 and $133,264. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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New Key Construction - Walnut Creek , CA
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Lead Designer to join our dynamic team. This position is demanding, high-volume, and fast-paced . You will be juggling multiple high-end projects ...
LinkedIn - 11 days ago
HawkinsCharles & Associates - Houston , TX
Frequently functions as working leader or lead designer providing guidance and direction to a group of drafters and designers. * Analyzes data and reviews drawings and plans to ensure quality of work ...
LinkedIn - 2 days ago
Erica Tyler Interiors - Truckee , CA
The ability to demonstrate a high level of professional maturity, self-motivate and work directly with lead designer. The Junior Designer will be responsible for ensuring a smooth design process, a ...
LinkedIn - 8 days ago
Russell Tobin - Vancouver , WA
With minimal supervision, assists lead designers & engineers with basic design & drafting of various disciplines from verbal direction & redlines, subsequently providing familiarity with the programs ...
LinkedIn - 9 days ago
Civil Clothing Inc - Torrance , CA
The Lead Graphic Designer will be responsible for creating graphics, graphic design, logo design, branding, and typography for Civil Clothing Inc. Qualifications * Graphics, Graphic Design, and ...
LinkedIn - 8 days ago
Mackinnon & Partners - Portland , OR
Lead Residential Solar Designer Design - Seattle, Washington or Portland, OR (Hybrid) POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Lead Residential Solar Designer to join our ...
LinkedIn - 14 days ago

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About Detroit, Michigan    Detroit (/dɪˈtrɔɪt/, locally also /ˈdiːtrɔɪt/; French: Détroit, lit. 'strait') is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Michigan, th....More

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