Special Effects Artists and Animators Jobs Pay in Ogden, UT

Average Hourly Pay

$39.36
23.0%Above national average

Range: $37.49 – $41.24

Average Annual Pay

$81,878
23.0%Above national average

Range: $77,979 – $85,777

How much do Special Effects Artists and Animators make?

Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:

Entry Level

0-2 years

Hourly Rate

$33.46/hr

Range: $31.87 – $35.05

Annual Rate

$69,596

Range: $66,282 $72,910

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$39.36/hr

Range: $37.49 – $41.24

Annual Rate

$81,878

Range: $77,979 $85,777

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$45.26/hr

Range: $43.11 – $47.43

Annual Rate

$94,160

Range: $89,676 $98,644

Special Effects Artists and Animators job description

Special Effects Artists and Animators professionals create visual, written, or multimedia content for various purposes. They combine artistic talent with technical skills to produce compelling creative work.

Responsibilities
  • Develop creative concepts and designs
  • Collaborate with clients and teams
  • Use industry-standard software
  • Meet project deadlines
  • Present and revise work
  • Stay current with design trends
Skills
  • Creative design skills
  • Software proficiency
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
Qualifications
  • Degree in design or related field
  • Portfolio of work
  • Proficiency in creative software
  • Industry experience preferred