Head of Design Salary in San Francisco, CA

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How much does a Head of Design make in San Francisco, CA? The average Head of Design salary in San Francisco, CA is $186,939 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $157,876 and $219,922. 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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Head of Marketing

HPA Strategies - San Francisco , CA

As the Head of Marketing, you will be responsible for creating strategic plans to establish and ... Design branding, positioning and pricing strategies * Ensure our brand message is strong and ...

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Head of Supply Chain

magniX USA Inc - Everett , WA

About the Role The Head of Supply Chain directs overall Supply Chain operations and will be ... Design for Assembly approaches * Conduct evaluation of supplier proposals and put forward ...

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Head of Workplace

OMNOVA NORTH AMERICA INC - Myrtle Beach , SC

We offer perfectly coordinated surface products that harmonize in design, color, shine and feel. We are a one-stop shop for first-class decors, surfaces and edges. Job Summary The Head of Workplace ...

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Head of Program - Varsity Wrestling Coach

Bellarmine College Preparatory - San Jose , CA

... and practice design. * Employs a range of coaching strategies in order to meet the needs of all ... Head Coach experience at the high school or college level. * Current CPR/First Aid certification ...

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Head of Marketing and Sales (Onsite)

Irvine Technology Corporation - Redwood City , CA

Head of Marketing and Sales (Onsite) We have an immediate need for a direct hire Head of Marketing ... Interactive Design disciplines servicing startups to enterprise clients, nationally. We pride ...

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Head of Cabin Systems

EOS Aircraft Inc - Bend , OR

The Head of Cabin Systems Engineering will be responsible for the conceptualization, design, integration, and implementation of all cabin-related systems. This leadership role demands a blend of ...

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What does a Head of Design do?

Common responsibilities of a Head of Design

Collaborates with internal clients and business colleagues to manage demand for services, identify and set standards for modernizing our technology stack, and ensuring their delivery.

February 21, 2023

Build and implement design standards, lead design reviews, and create scalable solutions to ensure innovative, high-quality, and consistent design work across an internal global design community.

March 12, 2023

Designing products to meet functional requirements including the product form, materials of construction, mode of formulation delivery and packaging and labeling for distribution and sale.

March 17, 2023

Provide clear leadership that establishes credibility with partners and promote and foster a team culture consistent with the Group''s valuesEnsure development of the existing marketing team at BBVA USA and oversee the recruitment of appropriately skilled staff to new positions as and when required.

April 17, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Head of Design in San Francisco, CA

Average Base Salary

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157876

219922

186939

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

170830

247606

202061

What is the average salary for Head of Design in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Head of Design in San Francisco, CA. The base salary for Head of Design ranges from $157,876 to $219,922 with the average base salary of $186,939. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $170,830 to $247,606 with the average total cash compensation of $202,061.

View Average Salary for Head of Design as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$186,939	$157,876 - $219,922
Bonus	$15,122	$12,953 - $27,684
Total Pay	$202,061	$170,830 - $247,606

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Head of Design Salary Near San Francisco, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $157,876 - $219,922	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Berkeley, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $154,087 - $214,644	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $154,087 - $214,644	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Vallejo, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $142,089 - $197,930	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $153,835 - $214,292	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Concord, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $143,335 - $199,666	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA

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About San Francisco, California

San Francisco is located on the West Coast of the United States at the north end of the San Francisco Peninsula and includes significant stretches of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay within its boundaries. Several picturesque islands—Alcatraz, Treasure Island and the adjacent Yerba Buena Island, and small portions of Alameda Island, Red Rock Island, and Angel Island—are part of the city. Also included are the uninhabited Farallon Islands, 27 miles (43 km) offshore in the Pacific Ocean. The mainland within the city limits roughly forms a "seven-by-seven-mile square", a common local collo...

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