Graphic Design and Animation Careers

Graphic Design and Animation professionals in the entertainment industry earn a median salary of $62,500 at entry level, rising to $88,400 at mid-level and $135,150 for senior roles. Across 2,191 analyzed job postings, the field is heavily concentrated in Los Angeles, CA, Santa Monica, CA, and New York, NY. Employer demand centers on Adobe Creative Suite tools — particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma — alongside core design competencies like Typography.

Last updated: July 2026