Special and Visual Effects

VFX Artist

Salary data based on 6 job postings

"The median salary for a VFX Artist in the Special and Visual Effects field is $128,960 per year, with salaries ranging from $106,400 at the 10th percentile to $171,600 at the 90th percentile based on 3 job postings. Common required skills for this role include Unreal Engine, Photoshop, Performance Optimization, Houdini, and Maya."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$128,960

10th Percentile

$106,400

90th Percentile

$171,600

Sample Size

3

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VFX Artist Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$106,400Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$128,960Typical salary
90th Percentile$171,600Senior / top earners

Based on 3 job postings with salary data

Skills for VFX Artist

Unreal EnginePhotoshopPerformance optimizationHoudiniMayaParticle SystemsVisual Effects DesignNiagara particle systemsShader creation (HLSL)Material editor

Common Employers Hiring VFX Artist

  • Riot Games1 positions
  • Electronic Arts1 positions
  • Insomniac Games1 positions
  • Actalent1 positions
  • CGBot1 positions

Top Locations for VFX Artist

Los Angeles, CAUnited StatesBellevue, WAAustin, TXSan Francisco Bay Area

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Data extracted from 6 job postings on Hollylist.com ยท Last updated February 2026