Making 56k in Milwaukee as an Art Director with 5 years of experience. I won't even ask if I am underpaid because I know I am. What range seems more accurate for my position and YOE?

I moved from Chicago, which is why I am posting in this bowl. When asking for a raise, is it worth mentioning that my current compensation was based on Chicago's market?

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Are you a senior or a mid? Mid should be making 60-80. Senior is 75-120. It all depends on the kind of work you produced, your experience, and the place you’re at

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Five years as an AD or five years total?

I wouldn’t bring up that your current rate is based on a more-expensive city’s cost of living. I don’t see how that helps your case in any way.

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Mentioning that you used to work in Chicago and you want to be paid Chicago rates will not help your case in Milwaukee. It is always better for you to talk about the value you add and how you’re worth more than you’re being paid.

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Thank you every one for your help. I am going to go in asking for 65k and hope for the best.

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Go higher, like much higher.

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yes you’re underpaid
how much has your portfolio improved in the past 5 years?
& have you done enough to stay visible out there?
we’re in a ‘show me’ business, as you know🤔

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For 5 years of experience, the range in Milwaukee should be closer to $65K–$75K for an Art Director, depending on the company and industry. When asking for a raise, it’s definitely worth mentioning your Chicago market background because it can help frame your request!

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This is MKE. I worked there many years. 5yrs experience. You're probably 5-10k underpaid.

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