As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Visual Effects Supervisor in Illinois is $143,615, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,762 weekly, or $11,968 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 Illinois vary widely, spanning from $114,081 to $169,336. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($128,156) and 75th percentile ($157,078), while top earners (90th percentile) make $169,336 per year. This $28,922 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, Illinois Visual Effects Supervisor often earn 1.9% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 47 companies. However, Illinois currently ranks 14 nationwide 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 $114,081 IL June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Visual Effects Supervisor Salary $128,156 IL June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Visual Effects Supervisor Salary $143,615 IL June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Visual Effects Supervisor Salary $157,078 IL June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Visual Effects Supervisor Salary $169,336 IL June 01, 2026
25% $128,156 10% $114,081 90% $169,336 75% $157,078 $143,615 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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Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $158,977 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $156,801 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $144,892 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $144,541 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $146,706 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $157,067 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $144,441 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $144,735 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $146,903 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $143,820 Date Updated June 01, 2026
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