Career Profile Special Effects Artists & Animators Education Bachelor's This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $63,100 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Special effects artists and animators create images that appear to move and visual effects for various forms of media and entertainment. General Information Create special effects or animations using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Special Effects Artists & Animators Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 32 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 32 openings per year are projected for Special Effects Artists & Animators. +19.2% Employment Change Employment for Special Effects Artists & Animators is forecasted to increase significantly more than the regional average by 19.2% between 2023 and 2028. $30.35 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $30.35/hour. Entry level workers are paid $23.89, while experienced workers are paid $40.45. The median wage is above average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 195 Special Effects Artists & Animators in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 232. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Special Effects Artists & Animators are Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers, Motion Picture and Video Industries, and Specialized Design Services. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Special Effects Artists & Animators include Computers and Electronics, English Language, and Design. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Special Effects Artists & Animators is Bachelor's. 55% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
