Special and Visual Effects
Salary data based on 3 job postings
"The median salary for a Principal VFX Artist in the Special and Visual Effects field is $166,400 per year, based on a limited sample of 3 job postings, with consistent pay across the range. Key skills required for this role include real-time VFX creation, shader authoring, Unity, Adobe Creative Suite, and visual design and animation principles."
Last updated: February 2026
Median
$166,400
10th Percentile
$166,400
90th Percentile
$166,400
Sample Size
3
jobs with salary
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile | $166,400 | Entry-level / lower range |
| 50th Percentile (Median) | $166,400 | Typical salary |
| 90th Percentile | $166,400 | Senior / top earners |
Based on 3 job postings with salary data
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