Aquent released the results of its survey designed to gauge design salaries here and nationwide. The survey was a joint effort between Aquent and the American Institute of Graphic Arts. Conducted by independent research company, Readex, Inc., the survey’s course was to study salary in terms of region and position.
The findings? Overall, design salaries in Atlanta are on par with the national median. Complete results can be found at www.aquent.com/marketing/AIGA_survey.html. We have listed only part of the findings here.
Design Position |
Atlanta Median National Median |
National Median |
| Owner/Partner/Principal | $75,000 | $84,000 |
| Creative/Design Director | $90,000 | $77,500 |
| Art Director | $60,000 | $58,800 |
| Senior Designer | $47,000 | $50,000 |
| Designer | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Entry-level Designer | $35,000 | $30,000 |
| Solo Designer | $55,000 | $58,000 |
| Print Production Artist | $35,000 | $36,000 |
| Print Production Manager | $45,000 | $45,000 |
| Copywriter | $62,000 | $45,000 |