As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Scenic Artist in District of Columbia is $57,718. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $50,134 to $66,532, with most professionals earning between $43,229 and $74,558.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Scenic Artist Salary | $43,229 | DC | March 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Scenic Artist Salary | $50,134 | DC | March 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Scenic Artist Salary | $57,718 | DC | March 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Scenic Artist Salary | $66,532 | DC | March 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Scenic Artist Salary | $74,558 | DC | March 01, 2025 |
A charge artist (or charge scenic artist and also head scenic artist) leads and oversees the painting of stage, film or television scenery. The charge artist's responsibilities include methods of reproduction of color, texture, preparation and aging of all surfaces. The charge artist interprets the scenic designer's technical drawings and paint elevations, and with a crew of journeymen scenic artists, brings them to life on the actual scenery. The charge artist is also responsible for the budgeting of the finished sets along with the production designer and the art director....
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| Location | Avg. Salary | Date Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC | Avg. Salary $57,718 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Parcel Return Service, DC | Avg. Salary $57,718 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Washington, DC | Avg. Salary $57,718 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Washington Navy Yard, DC | Avg. Salary $57,718 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
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About District of Columbia Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More
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