Graphic Design and Animation

Design Manager

Salary data based on 5 job postings

"The median salary for a Design Manager in the Graphic Design and Animation entertainment field is $180,950 per year, with salaries ranging from $118,100 at the 10th percentile to $180,950 at the 90th percentile based on 5 job postings. Key skills required for this role include design team leadership, UI/UX design, cross-functional collaboration, proficiency in design tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and Axure, and familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodology."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$180,950

10th Percentile

$118,100

90th Percentile

$180,950

Sample Size

5

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Design Manager Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$118,100Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$180,950Typical salary
90th Percentile$180,950Senior / top earners

Based on 5 job postings with salary data

Skills for Design Manager

Cross-functional collaborationDesign tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, Axure)Agile/Scrum methodologyDesign team leadershipUI/UX designInteractive prototypingAI/ML design integrationDCC tools (Maya, Blender, Unreal)Animation pipeline experiencePrototyping and interactive design

Common Employers Hiring Design Manager

  • Amazon.com Services LLC2 positions
  • Warner Bros. Discovery1 positions
  • Amazon.com1 positions
  • Amazon Studios1 positions

Top Locations for Design Manager

Culver City, CABurbank, California, United States of America USA, CA, Culver City

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Data extracted from 5 job postings on Hollylist.com ยท Last updated February 2026