Layout Artist Salary in San Jose, California

How much does a Layout Artist make in San Jose, CA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Layout Artist in San Jose, CA is $90,953. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $81,959 to $101,453, with most professionals earning between $73,770 and $111,013.

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What is a Layout Artist?

A Layout Artist is responsible for creating the visual design and layout of various media, such as magazines, newspapers, websites, and advertising materials. They work closely with art directors and graphic designers to ensure that the overall design and composition of the project meet the client's requirements and are visually appealing. Layout artists use their creative skills and knowledge of design principles to arrange text, images, and other visual elements in a way that effectively communicates the intended message and captures the audience's attention. They may also be involved in selecting and editing photographs, creating illustrations, and preparing files for print or digital publication. Additionally, layout artists must stay updated on design trends and software tools to produce high-quality and innovative layouts.

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Common responsibilities of a Layout Artist

Use graphic design software and tools to arrange and manipulate images, text, and other visual elements to create a cohesive and visually appealing layout.

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Collaborate with production and printing teams to prepare final layouts for publication or distribution, ensuring technical specifications and quality standards are met.

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Communicate and present layout concepts and designs to clients or stakeholders, explaining the rationale behind design choices and addressing any concerns or questions.

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Review and revise layouts based on feedback and input from clients, art directors, or other stakeholders to meet their specific requirements and preferences.

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Collaborate with art directors, graphic designers, and other team members to ensure the visual design aligns with the project's goals and objectives.

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Create and design the overall layout and composition of visual elements for print or digital media, such as magazines, newspapers, websites, or advertisements.

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Manage and organize digital files, assets, and resources related to layout design, ensuring efficient workflow and easy access for team members.

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Ensure that the layout and design adhere to brand guidelines and standards, maintaining consistency and coherence across different media platforms.

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Select and incorporate appropriate typography, color schemes, and imagery to enhance the overall design and convey the intended message or theme.

November 26, 2023

Stay updated on current design trends, techniques, and best practices to continually improve and innovate the layout and design process.

November 28, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Layout Artist in San Jose, CA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

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101453

90953

Average Total Cash Compensation

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104686

93446

What is the average salary for Layout Artist in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Layout Artist in San Jose, CA. The base salary for Layout Artist ranges from $81,959 to $101,453 with the average base salary of $90,953. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $84,044 to $104,686 with the average total cash compensation of $93,446.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$90,953	$81,959 - $101,453
Bonus	$2,493	$2,085 - $3,233
Total Pay	$93,446	$84,044 - $104,686

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Layout Artist Salary Near San Jose, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Clara, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,959 - $101,453	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Santa Cruz, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,640 - $89,917	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,802 - $101,259	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $79,542 - $98,462	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $79,673 - $98,624	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,632 - $101,049	COMPARE TO San Jose, CA

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About San Jose, California

San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 180.0 sq mi (466 km2), of which 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km2) (1.91%) is water, making it the fourth-largest California city by land area (after Los Angeles, San Diego and California City). San Jose lies between the San Andreas Fault, the source of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, and the Calaveras Fault. San Jose is shaken by moderate earthquakes on average one or two times a year. These quakes originate just east of the city on...

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