As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Visual Effects Designer in Madison, WI is $66,424, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,277 weekly, or $5,535 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Visual Effects Designer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Visual Effects Designer in Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $50,495 to $78,654. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,086) and 75th percentile ($72,826), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,654 per year. This $14,740 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Presentation or Typography, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Madison Visual Effects Designer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 410 statewide for Visual Effects Designer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Visual Effects Designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Visual Effects Designer Salary $50,495 Madison, WI May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Visual Effects Designer Salary $58,086 Madison, WI May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Visual Effects Designer Salary $66,424 Madison, WI May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Visual Effects Designer Salary $72,826 Madison, WI May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Visual Effects Designer Salary $78,654 Madison, WI May 18, 2021
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    Visual Effects Designer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Graphic Design Specialist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

Madison, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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