Special Effects Artists and Animators salary in Chicago, Illinois

Salary distribution

Where Chicago special effects artists and animators fall on the wage curve.

Typical entry

• Education

  Bachelor's degree

• Experience

  None

• On-the-job training

  None

Top skills (O*NET)

• Computers and Electronics

  Knowledge

  5.0 / 5

• English Language

  Knowledge

  4.4 / 5

• Design

  Knowledge

  4.2 / 5

• Oral Comprehension

  Ability

  4.1 / 5

• Communications and Media

  Knowledge

  4.1 / 5

• Written Comprehension

  Ability

  4.0 / 5

• Oral Expression

  Ability

  4.0 / 5

• Visualization

  Ability

  4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

1. 01

   Design complex graphics and animation, using independent judgment, creativity, and computer equipment.

2. 02

   Create basic designs, drawings, and illustrations for product labels, cartons, direct mail, or television.

3. 03

   Participate in design and production of multimedia campaigns, handling budgeting and scheduling, and assisting with such responsibilities as production coordination, background design, and progress tracking.

4. 04

   Implement and maintain configuration control systems.

5. 05

   Script, plan, and create animated narrative sequences under tight deadlines, using computer software and hand drawing techniques.

6. 06

   Create two-dimensional and three-dimensional images depicting objects in motion or illustrating a process, using computer animation or modeling programs.

7. 07

   Develop briefings, brochures, multimedia presentations, web pages, promotional products, technical illustrations, and computer artwork for use in products, technical manuals, literature, newsletters, and slide shows.

8. 08

   Create and install special effects as required by the script, mixing chemicals and fabricating needed parts from wood, metal, plaster, and clay.