Summary
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Quick Facts: Special Effects Artists and Animators | |
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$99,800 per year
$47.98 per hour |
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Bachelor's degree | |
None | |
None | |
57,100 | |
2% (Slower than average) | |
900 |
What Special Effects Artists and Animators Do
Special effects artists and animators create images that appear to move and visual effects for various forms of media and entertainment.
Work Environment
Many artists and animators work in offices; others work from home.
How to Become a Special Effects Artist or Animator
Special effects artists and animators typically need a bachelor’s degree in computer graphics, art, or a related field to develop both a portfolio of work and the technical skills that many employers prefer.
Pay
The median annual wage for special effects artists and animators was $99,800 in May 2024.
Job Outlook
Employment of special effects artists and animators is projected to grow 2 percent from 2024 to 2034, slower than the average for all occupations.
Despite limited employment growth, about 5,000 openings for special effects artists and animators are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Most of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
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More Information, Including Links to O*NET
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