Look Development Artist Salary in the United States

How much does a Look Development Artist make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Look Development Artist in the United States is $66,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Look Development Artist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,640
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,464 to $71,569
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,602
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Look Development Artist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $71,569 $5,964 $1,376 $34
Average $66,000 $5,500 $1,269 $32
25th Percentile $58,464 $4,872 $1,124 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Look Development Artist Salaries

A Look Development Artist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Look Development Artist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Look Development Artist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $53,555
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $67,570
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $81,992
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $93,825
  • Expert (over 8 years): $117,627
Levels Salary
Claims Ex... Level Look Development Artist$53,555
Look Deve... Level Look Development Artist$67,570
Claims Ex... Level Look Development Artist$81,992
Claims Ex... Level Look Development Artist$93,825
Claims Ex... Level Look Development Artist$117,627
$53,555 0 yr
$67,570 < 2 yrs
$81,992 2-4 yrs
$93,825 5-8 yrs
$117,627 > 8 yrs
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How Do Look Development Artist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Look Development Artists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $73,076.
  • California: $72,798.
  • Massachusetts: $71,828.

Top Paying Cities for Look Development Artists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $83,246
  • San Francisco: $82,335
  • Oakland: $80,600

What Skills Can Increase a Look Development Artist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 9.81% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Claim Handling (Mentioned in 3.21% Job Postings): involved in managing a claim from the start through to settlement, making decisions on the extent and validity of a claim, and checking for any potential fraudulent activity.
  • Technical Skills (Mentioned in 1.89% Job Postings): Technical skills are the specialized knowledge and expertise required to perform specific tasks and use specific tools and programs in real world situations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 9.81%
Claim Handling 3.21%
Technical Skills 1.89%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Look Development Artist's salary.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Agility: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Mediation: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coordination
$69,960
6%
Agility
$69,960
6%
Mediation
$69,960
6%
Risk Management
$69,960
6%
Client Service
$68,640
4%
Financial Services
$68,640
4%
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Look Development Artist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Look Development Artist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Look Development Artist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Look Development Artist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Look Development Artist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services$79,200$38.020%
Energy & Utilities$75,900$36.015%
Healthcare$72,600$35.010%
Retail & Wholesale$69,300$33.05%

How Education impacts a Look Development Artist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Look Development Artists enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Look Development Artist with a Associate's Degree is between $65,005 and $69,385).

Look Development Artist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Look Development Artist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 29.3%
High School 29.3%
Associates 9.1%
Bachelors 46.3%
Masters 8.5%
Doctorate 6.7%
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Look Development Artist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Look Development Artist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Look Development Artist

Salaries for a Look Development Artist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $62,547 in 2023 to around $62,151 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Look Development Artist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Look Development Artist Over Time

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