Motion Designer Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Motion Designer make in Chicago, IL? The average Motion Designer salary in Chicago, IL is $66,874 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $56,348 and $80,785. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Motion Designer

Aquent Talent - Cupertino , CA

The Motion Designer's Key Qualifications: * 5+ years experience in animation, motion graphics, and 3D design * Experience with Animation/Motion design in mobile UI and prototyping * Proficiency in ...

LinkedIn - 5 days ago

Motion Designer / Editor

Philo - San Francisco , CA

Motion Designer/Editor at Philo We are looking for a motion designer and video editor to join the team to create, edit, and mix video assets and motion designs for Philo's marketing, and ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 34 days ago

Graphic & Motion Designer

HALFZ LLC - Carlsbad , CA

We are seeking a talented Graphic & Motion Designer to join the advertising team at C Squared Social. In this role, you will be responsible for collaborating with clients to understand their needs ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 29 days ago

Motion Designer / Editor

MVAR Media - Alexandria , VA

We're looking for an exceptional Motion Designer and Editor to join our team for the 2024 election cycle, on-site at our office in Alexandria, VA. This is a full-time staff position with benefits ...

ZipRecruiter - 64 days ago

Mobile UI Animator/Motion Design [74451]

Onward Search - Culver City , CA

We're looking to hire a Animator/Motion Designer for a well known software company in Culver city. $110.000-$120.00/hr (Depending on experience level) Hybrid, 3 Days onsite (Tuesday, Wednesday ...

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Editor & Motion Graphics Designer

Kroenke Sports Enterprises - Denver , CO

Editor & Motion Graphics Designer Department: Broadcast Services Business Unit: Altitude Sports Location: Denver CO Reports To: Exec. Director of Video Services, KSE Media Ventures Employment Type ...

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What does a Motion Designer do?

Common responsibilities of a Motion Designer

Deliverables include design mockups, prototypes, and producing documentation required for implementation with engineering teams.

February 13, 2023

Design and animate creative solutions to enhance our content through a strategic lens and the needs of the individual asset/goal.

March 31, 2023

Assist Creative Director in setting up photo studio and acquisition of necessary equipment for daily video shoot and production.

April 21, 2023

Understands the roles of the wider team to leverage other viewpoints and skill sets to delivery timely solutions.

September 24, 2022

Works with the Creative Team in early stages of development to help inspire trajectory based on the capabilities of the department.

March 07, 2023

Participates in brainstorming sessions to share new design perspectives and ideas.

March 07, 2023

Communicate frequently with clients to update them on the progress of the project and to answer any questions they might have.

April 16, 2023

Develop, maintain, and consistently innovate the design, templates, best practices, and visual content of our brand on social platforms.

April 25, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Motion Designer in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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56348

80785

66874

Average Total Cash Compensation

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58526

82962

70047

What is the average salary for Motion Designer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Motion Designer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Motion Designer ranges from $56,348 to $80,785 with the average base salary of $66,874. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,526 to $82,962 with the average total cash compensation of $70,047.

View Average Salary for Motion Designer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$66,874	$56,348 - $80,785
Bonus	$3,173	$2,178 - $2,177
Total Pay	$70,047	$58,526 - $82,962

* 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.

Motion Designer Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,665 - $81,239	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,665 - $81,239	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,600 - $81,147	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,643 - $81,208	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,643 - $81,208	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,375 - $79,390	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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