How much does a Colorist make in Illinois? The average Colorist salary in Illinois is $66,332 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $59,689 and $72,469. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Colorist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Colorist Salary $53,640 IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Colorist Salary $59,689 IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Colorist Salary $66,332 IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Colorist Salary $72,469 IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Colorist Salary $78,056 IL March 26, 2024
25% $59,689 10% $53,640 90% $78,056 75% $72,469 $66,332 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Colorist ?

In comics, a colorist is responsible for adding color to black-and-white line art. For most of the 20th century this was done using brushes and dyes which were then used as guides to produce the printing plates. Since the late 20th century it is most often done using digital media, with printing separations produced electronically. Although most American colorists work directly for comics publishers (either as employees or freelancers), there are a few coloring studios which offer their services to publishers. American Color, Olyoptics, Digital Chameleon were the companies notable in this f...

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Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $68,018 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $67,759 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $61,404 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $61,988 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $62,961 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $67,759 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $61,080 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $60,561 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $62,961 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $59,654 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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Fantastic Sams Cut & Color - Oregon / Brookfield - Oregon , WI
Job Description Job Description Fantastic Sams Cut & Color Oregon, has an immediate need for a Hairstylist/Colorist that wants to join our fun, creative and busy, full-service salon! We are looking for someone who wants more than “Just a job”. Build a longlasting career with us! Our location has the traffic you need to build a substantial guest base. Each Fantastic Sams Cut & Color is an independently owned and operated salon. We are excited for you to learn what makes our location special. What we can offer you: •High traffic guest flow •Culture focused on delivering a great guest and team experience •High quality professional products to enhance your guest’s experience •Competitive wage and ability to influence your income •Free educational classes and resources •Support to achieve your personal and career goals •Opportunity to attend national Convention We also provide a guaranteed base wage plus commission. Our more experienced staff earns considerably more. Paid time off after 1 y
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Fantastic Sams Cut & Color of Phoenix - Buckeye , AZ
Job Description Job Description Prepares hair for styling by analyzing hair condition; shampooing and treating hair. Conditions hair and scalp by applying treatments. Plans desired effect by studying facial features; examining potential styles; conferring with customer; making recommendations. Produces desired effect by arranging, shaping, curling, cutting, trimming, setting, lightening, coloring, and glossing hair. Maintains quality service by following brand standards. Maintains safe and healthy conditions by following brand standards and legal regulations. Obtains revenue by recording or collecting charges. Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing publications. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Skills/Qualifications: Listening, Analyzing Information , Customer Focus, Client Relationships, Organization, Creativity, Attention to Detail, Confidentiality, Professionalism, Verbal Communication. We are looking for a t
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Fantastic Sams Cut & Color of Phoenix - Mesa , AZ
Job Description Job Description About Us: Fantastic Sams Cut and Color offers you a structure that permits advancement, creativity, and cutting-edge technology. Our marketing program includes emailing your guest, text messaging guest, booking appointments for you, and a rewards program that offers frequency from your guest. In addition, each year we have a national styling competition that allows technicians to "show off" their skills and compete against other trend setting stylist across our 1000 salon network all over the country. Fantastic Sams has a 45 year plus history of excellence. Fantastic Sams Cut and Color is a team oriented, fun, and extremely creative salon. We are looking for a Cosmetologist Hair Stylist that is excited to create beautiful styles which will complement our guests look and feel! Benefits: $13-30 per hour or higher including commissions and tips Potential for advancement Free Continuing Education Employee pricing on all retail products Family owned business
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Fantastic Sams Cut & Color of Phoenix - Litchfield Park , AZ
Job Description Job Description BE PART OF OUR FANTASTIC TEAM! Being fantastic means being yourself. Being a stylist is equal parts technique talent and ambition. Fantastic Sams Cut & Color Litchfield Park has an immediate need for a Hairstylist/Colorist that wants to join our fun, creative and busy, full-service salon! Build a long-lasting career with us! Our location has the traffic you need to build a substantial guest base. Each Fantastic Sams Cut & Color is an independently owned and operated salon. What we can offer you: •High traffic guest flow •Culture focused on delivering a great guest and team experience •High quality professional products to enhance your guest’s experience •Competitive wage and ability to influence your income •Free paid educational classes and resources •Support to achieve your personal and career goals •Opportunity to attend national Convention We also offer: - Paid holidays - Sick Pay - Retail commission - 401K - No Sundays The ideal candidate should be
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Fantastic Sams Cut & Color of Dallas - Waxahachie , TX
Job Description Job Description About Us: We are actively hiring an energetic team member to join our team!! Fantastic Sams Cut and Color offers you a structure that permits advancement, creativity, and cutting-edge technology. Our marketing program includes emailing your guest, text messaging guest, booking appointments for you, and a rewards program that offers frequency from your guest. In addition, each year we have a national styling competition that allows technicians to "show off" their skills and compete against other trend setting stylist across our 1000 salon network all over the country. Fantastic Sams has a 45 year plus history of excellence. Fantastic Sams Cut and Color is a team oriented, fun, and extremely creative salon. We are looking for a Cosmetologist Hair Stylist that is excited to create beautiful styles which will complement our guests look and feel! Benefits: Base pay, plus commissions and tips Paid On-site Training Vision and Dental Insurance 401K Potential for
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Basic Resources Inc. - New York , NY
Were seeking a Colorist to manage color for our socks business for our largest retail partner. This person will lead processes to ensure the highest standards are maintained. They will work with the Director of Product Development and their team. The ideal candidate is solution-driven with the ability to prioritize and execute within deadlines without sacrificing attention to detail. Responsibilities: Manage color calendar Lead the CTL process to ensure standards are met for retail partners Own the submission process, including sending and tracking submission reports Communicate via email with external vendors Identify colors accurately through using understanding of color theory (hue, value, chroma, etc.) Learn and leverage new systems and tools such as the Spectrophotometer Lead team members in color related projects Effectively communicate and strategize direction with cross functional teams Qualifications: 2-5years of experience in color and material grading Bachelor's degree in fa
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    Colorist

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    Bachelor's Degree

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    Bachelor's Degree

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