Special and Visual Effects

VFX Artist

Salary data based on 16 job postings

"The median salary for a VFX Artist in the Special and Visual Effects field is $115,600 per year, with salaries ranging from $67,600 at the 10th percentile to $171,600 at the 90th percentile based on 9 job postings. Common required skills for this role include Photoshop, Maya, Unreal Engine, Real-time VFX, and Houdini."

Last updated: September 2026

Median

$115,600

10th Percentile

$67,600

90th Percentile

$171,600

Sample Size

9

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VFX Artist Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$67,600Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$115,600Typical salary
90th Percentile$171,600Senior / top earners

Based on 9 job postings with salary data

Skills for VFX Artist

PhotoshopMayaUnreal EngineReal-time VFXHoudiniPerformance optimizationParticle SystemsReal-time VFX creationNiagara particle systemsCompositing

Common Employers Hiring VFX Artist

  • Electronic Arts3 positions
  • Respawn Entertainment1 positions
  • Disney1 positions
  • Riot Games1 positions
  • Gunfire Games1 positions

Top Locations for VFX Artist

Los Angeles, CAUnited StatesLos Angeles Metropolitan AreaGlendale, California, United StatesVancouver

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Data extracted from 16 job postings on Hollylist.com ยท Last updated September 2026