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Designer Salaries Jobs in Rochester, NY (NOW HIRING)

LaBella Associates

Gas Designer

Rochester, NY

$25 - $33/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are currently seeking Gas Designer(s) for our Gas Discipline focused on natural gas utility ... Salary Range: $25.00 - $33.00 The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors ...

LaBella Associates

Gas Designer

Rochester, NY · On-site

$25 - $33/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are currently seeking Gas Designer(s) for our Gas Discipline focused on natural gas utility ... Salary Range: $25.00 - $33.00 The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors ...

LaBella Associates

Civil Designer - Renewable Energy

Rochester, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are sourcing candidates for a Civil Designer position in our Rochester, Buffalo, Latham, Elmira ... Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety ...

LaBella Associates

Civil Designer - Renewable Energy

Rochester, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are sourcing candidates for a Civil Designer position in our Rochester, Buffalo, Latham, Elmira ... Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety ...

Fisher Associates

Landscape Designer II

Rochester, NY · Hybrid

$31 - $37/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Description Landscape Designer II (3+ years) - AutoCAD, Site Design, Grading, ADA Design site ... Salary range: $64,480-$76,090; actual compensation varies based on experience, qualifications, and ...

Hunt-EAS

Senior Interior Designer

Rochester, NY · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

HUNT is looking for a Senior Interior Designer to be based in our Rochester, NY office. Applicants ... Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Hunt-EAS

Site Civil Engineering Designer

Rochester, NY · On-site

$52K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... concept designs, utility engineering, stormwater calculations, permitting, bidding, and ... Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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How much do designer salaries jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for designer salaries in Rochester, NY is $64,572.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,900.00 and $83,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Designer Salaries vs Graphic Designer Salaries?

AspectDesigner SalariesGraphic Designer Salaries
Required CredentialsTypically a degree in design, art, or related field; portfolioUsually a degree or certification in graphic design or visual arts; portfolio
Work EnvironmentVaries from corporate, freelance, to agency settingsPrimarily in advertising, media, and marketing agencies or in-house teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across multiple industries including tech, fashion, and entertainmentPrimarily in advertising, publishing, and digital media

While both roles require creative skills and similar credentials, Designer Salaries tend to encompass a broader range of design disciplines and industries, often leading to higher average salaries compared to Graphic Designer Salaries, which are more specialized in visual communication and branding.

What type of designer gets paid the most?

User experience (UX) designers and user interface (UI) designers tend to have the highest salaries among design roles, especially those with advanced skills in prototyping, user research, and familiarity with tools like Sketch or Figma. Senior-level designers, those with specialized expertise, or working in high-demand industries such as tech or finance typically earn the most.

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Project Designer

SWBR Architecture, Engineering & Landscape Architecture, D.P.C.

Rochester, NY • On-site

$59K - $69K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

About Us


SWBR is a nationally recognized design firm with expertise in architecture, interior design, structural engineering, landscape architecture, graphic design, planning and civil engineering. Since our founding in 1969, the focus of our expertise and most of our current work supports education, housing, and workplace design. We are proud of the diverse range of backgrounds, personalities, and passions that make up our team. But for all our differences, we’re united by a core mission: to positively impact lives through meaningful design.

With 120+ professionals, we are headquartered in Rochester, New York with offices in Syracuse, Buffalo and Troy, New York.

We are currently accepting applications and portfolios for full-time Architectural Project Designers in our four New York offices. This position works specifically in our Architecture teams. At this time we are not actively recruiting, but we are always taking resumes and on the look out for exceptional talent.

Duties:

  • Responsible for design/manage/produce (drafting) of Architectural materials
  • Assist Project Architect and Project Manager in client meetings by taking notes, preparing agendas, preparing handouts, etc.
  • Provide coordination between consultant groups by scheduling meetings and making sure each group has backgrounds for the work
  • Assist the Project Architect and Project Manager by performing the following duties: site visits to document buildings and the existing conditions
  • Assist with miscellaneous office management and administrative activities

Skills:

  • Possess a 4-year or 5-year degree from an accredited program in Architecture
  • Designer I: 0-3 years of architectural experience, Designer II: 4-6 years of architectural experience
  • Have previous professional experience – and be proficient – using Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Photoshop

Base Salary Information:

  • Project Designer I: $59,582 - $69,501
  • Project Designer II: $67,424 - $78,900
  • The above salary ranges represent a good faith range for incumbents of these positions. Actual offers will be based on experience, education level, and demonstrated skills and will be at the discretion of the employer.

We actively support professional development, including steps towards licensure and/or related accreditations, as a benefit of employment. SWBR offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package and provides a creative environment. Applicants interested in joining a progressive, energetic and family-friendly firm that rewards hard-working team players and offers unlimited growth potential in a multi-studio design setting should view our website at www.swbr.com/career/ to apply.

SWBR is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.