How much does a Motion Capture Technician make in Norfolk, VA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Motion Capture Technician in Norfolk, VA is $44,589. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $37,107 to $53,923, with most professionals earning between $30,295 and $62,421.

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What is a Motion Capture Technician?

A Motion Capture Technician is responsible for setting up and operating motion capture equipment to record the movements of actors or objects for use in animation, video games, or other digital media. They work closely with performers to ensure that the motion capture data accurately reflects their movements and may also be involved in processing and cleaning up the captured data for use in post-production. Additionally, they may be responsible for troubleshooting technical issues with the equipment and ensuring that the motion capture studio is properly maintained and organized. This role requires a strong understanding of motion capture technology, as well as excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Motion Capture Technician in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Motion Capture Technician in Norfolk, VA. The base salary for Motion Capture Technician ranges from $37,107 to $53,923 with the average base salary of $44,589. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $37,342 to $54,623 with the average total cash compensation of $44,819.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $44,589 $37,107 - $53,923
Bonus $229 $235 - $699
Total Pay $44,819 $37,342 - $54,623
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Portsmouth, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,091 - $53,900 COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Chesapeake, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,044 - $53,832 COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Virginia Beach, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,659 - $54,725 COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Hampton, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,296 - $54,198 COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Suffolk, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,070 - $53,870 COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
CITY, STATE Newport News, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,296 - $54,198 COMPARE TO Norfolk, VA
See salaries for Motion Capture Technician in locations close to Norfolk, VA. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Motion Capture LOCATION Norfolk, VA MINIMUM SALARY $61,609 MAXIMUM SALARY $82,573
JOB TITLE Motion Picture Projectionist LOCATION Norfolk, VA MINIMUM SALARY $28,494 MAXIMUM SALARY $41,973
JOB TITLE Capture Specialist LOCATION Norfolk, VA MINIMUM SALARY $103,346 MAXIMUM SALARY $137,176
JOB TITLE Capture Manager LOCATION Norfolk, VA MINIMUM SALARY $109,806 MAXIMUM SALARY $147,744
JOB TITLE CAPTURE DIRECTOR LOCATION Norfolk, VA MINIMUM SALARY $188,015 MAXIMUM SALARY $246,190
JOB TITLE Motion Designer LOCATION Norfolk, VA MINIMUM SALARY $52,498 MAXIMUM SALARY $71,900
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About Norfolk, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 96 square miles (250 km2), of which 54 square miles (140 km2) is land and 4....More

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