As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Visual Effects Supervisor in Aurora, IL is $140,618, equivalent to $68 per hour, $2,704 weekly, or $11,718 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Visual Effects Supervisor in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Visual Effects Supervisor in Aurora, IL vary widely, spanning from $111,700 to $165,802. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($125,481) and 75th percentile ($153,801), while top earners (90th percentile) make $165,802 per year. This $28,320 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Presentation or Illustration, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aurora Visual Effects Supervisor often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 352 statewide for Visual Effects Supervisor 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 Supervisor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Visual Effects Supervisor Salary $111,700 Aurora, IL June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Visual Effects Supervisor Salary $125,481 Aurora, IL June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Visual Effects Supervisor Salary $140,618 Aurora, IL June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Visual Effects Supervisor Salary $153,801 Aurora, IL June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Visual Effects Supervisor Salary $165,802 Aurora, IL June 01, 2026
25% $125,481 10% $111,700 90% $165,802 75% $153,801 $140,618 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Visual Effects Supervisor ?

In the context of film and television production, a visual effects supervisor is responsible for achieving the creative aims of the director or producers through the use of visual effects. While it is a creative role, most supervisors possess a strong technical background and are capable of making informed decisions about the most efficient and effective technique to employ to solve the problem at hand. Often a supervisor will work in tandem with a visual effects producer and computer graphics supervisor. Supervisors can be employed directly by a film production company or work for a visual...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Visual Effects Supervisor in Aurora, IL. The base salary for Visual Effects Supervisor ranges from $125,481 to $153,801 with the average base salary of $140,618. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $137,359 to $184,954 with the average total cash compensation of $160,348.

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About Aurora, Illinois    Aurora, a suburb of Chicago, is a city in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. Located primarily in DuPage and Kan....More

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