What are the main factors that influence a Brand Creative Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Brand Creative Director?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Brand Creative Director roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Brand Creative Director's salary?

A Brand Creative Director's salary grows with experience: an Art Designer I (0-2 years)earns $59,971, an Art Designer II (2-4 years)earns $73,892, an Art Manager (4-5 years)earns $118,037, an Brand Creative Director (5+ years)earns $161,162,

What are the highest paying states for a Brand Creative Director?

Brand Creative Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Brand Creative Director roles are District of Columbia $169,407, California $168,765, Massachusetts $166,515. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Brand Creative Director roles make?

Salaries for Brand Creative Director level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Brand: $207,074; Brand Director: $199,380; Executive Creative Director: $149,078; Creative Production Director: $145,401; Global Creative Director: $144,965.

Brand Creative Director Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Brand Creative Director make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Brand Creative Director in Hawaii is $159,921 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.

However, a Brand Creative Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $190,039
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,047 to $175,686
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,774

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Brand Creative Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$175,686	$14,640	$3,379	$84
Average	$159,921	$13,327	$3,075	$77
25th Percentile	$142,047	$11,837	$2,732	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Brand Creative Director Salaries

A Brand Creative Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Brand Creative Director Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Brand Creative Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $169,407.
California: $168,765.
Massachusetts: $166,515.

District of Columbia $169,407 California $168,765 Massachusetts $166,515 Washington $165,903 New Jersey $165,842 Alaska $165,628 Connecticut $163,516 New York $162,660

Hawaii $159,921 Rhode Island $158,636 Maryland $157,763 Minnesota $156,570 Colorado $156,111 Illinois $155,958 Oregon $155,377 Delaware $154,948

New Hampshire $154,679 Virginia $154,076 Pennsylvania $152,316 Nevada $151,429 North Dakota $151,138 Michigan $150,679 Wisconsin $150,511 Vermont $150,174

Texas $149,241 Maine $149,180 Arizona $149,088 Ohio $148,981 Georgia $147,573 Indiana $146,869 Wyoming $146,732 Utah $146,518

Iowa $146,426 Kansas $145,691 Louisiana $145,477 North Carolina $145,401 Missouri $145,370 Florida $144,773 Montana $144,452 Nebraska $144,146

Kentucky $143,978 South Carolina $143,366 Tennessee $142,983 Idaho $142,830 New Mexico $141,713 Oklahoma $141,468 Alabama $140,566 South Dakota $139,051

Arkansas $138,225 West Virginia $137,781 Mississippi $136,450

Top Paying Cities for Brand Creative Directors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $159,055
Anahola: $156,969
Captain Cook: $156,812

Aiea, HI $159,055 Anahola, HI $156,969 Captain Cook, HI $156,812 Eleele, HI $157,288 Ewa Beach, HI $158,914 Kapolei, HI $158,787 Haiku, HI $157,086 Hakalau, HI $156,734

Haleiwa, HI $158,481 Hana, HI $156,711 Hanalei, HI $156,764 Hanamaulu, HI $157,083 Hanapepe, HI $157,280 Hauula, HI $158,723 Hawaii National Park, HI $156,916 Hawi, HI $157,176

Hilo, HI $157,067 Princeville, HI $157,050 Holualoa, HI $156,874 Honaunau, HI $156,604 Honokaa, HI $156,806 Honomu, HI $157,052 Hoolehua, HI $156,604 Kaaawa, HI $158,775

Kahuku, HI $158,435 Kahului, HI $157,448 Kailua, HI $159,004 Ocean View, HI $157,005 Waikoloa, HI $156,989 Keauhou, HI $156,874 Kailua Kona, HI $157,064 Kalaheo, HI $157,099

Kalaupapa, HI $156,460 Kamuela, HI $156,885 Kaneohe, HI $158,971 Kapaa, HI $157,271 Kaumakani, HI $157,355 Kaunakakai, HI $156,790 Keaau, HI $157,174 Kealakekua, HI $157,092

Kealia, HI $157,145 Kekaha, HI $156,986 Kihei, HI $157,288 Kilauea, HI $157,054 Kapaau, HI $156,934 Koloa, HI $157,122 Kualapuu, HI $156,744 Kunia, HI $158,737

Kurtistown, HI $157,095 Lahaina, HI $157,125 Laie, HI $158,574 Lanai City, HI $156,744 Laupahoehoe, HI $157,139 Lawai, HI $157,355 Lihue, HI $157,083 Makawao, HI $157,207

Makaweli, HI $156,735 Maunaloa, HI $156,367 Mountain View, HI $157,012 Naalehu, HI $156,695 Ninole, HI $156,590 Ookala, HI $156,640 Paauilo, HI $156,832 Pahala, HI $156,738

Pahoa, HI $156,946 Paia, HI $157,133 Papaaloa, HI $157,161 Papaikou, HI $156,835 Pearl City, HI $158,940 Pepeekeo, HI $157,139 Puunene, HI $157,448 Volcano, HI $156,916

Wahiawa, HI $158,668 Pukalani, HI $157,207 Mililani, HI $158,859 Kula, HI $156,882 Waialua, HI $158,395 Waianae, HI $158,542 Wailuku, HI $157,203 Waimanalo, HI $158,974

Waimea, HI $157,341 Waipahu, HI $158,871 Honolulu, HI $159,110 J B P H H, HI $159,082 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $158,753 Schofield Barracks, HI $158,707 Fort Shafter, HI $159,110 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $159,110

Camp H M Smith, HI $159,075 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $158,920 Wake Island, HI $159,110

Brand Creative Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Brand Creative Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Brand Creative Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Brand Creative Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Brand Creative Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$239,881	$115.0	50%

Brand Creative Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Brand Creative Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$142,047

Average $159,921/year

$175,686

$11,837

Average $13,327/month

$14,640

$2,732

Average $3,075/week

$3,379

$68

Average $77/hour

$84

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$175,686	$14,640	$3,379	$84
Average	$159,921	$13,327	$3,075	$77
25th Percentile	$142,047	$11,837	$2,732	$68

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