Nuke Artist Salary in Tacoma, WA

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How much does a Nuke Artist make in Tacoma, WA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Nuke Artist in Tacoma, WA is $82,106. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $61,583 to a high of $104,407, with most professionals earning between $71,364 and $93,779.

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What is a Nuke Artist?

A Nuke Artist is a professional who specializes in using the Nuke software to create visual effects for film, television, and other media. They are responsible for compositing and integrating various elements such as CGI, live-action footage, and special effects to create seamless and realistic visual effects. Nuke Artists work closely with directors, producers, and other members of the visual effects team to bring their creative vision to life. They must have a strong understanding of color theory, lighting, and composition, as well as excellent technical skills in using the Nuke software to achieve the desired visual effects.

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Average Salary Range for Nuke Artist in Tacoma, WA

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What is the average salary for Nuke Artist in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Nuke Artist in Tacoma, WA. The base salary for Nuke Artist ranges from $71,364 to $93,779 with the average base salary of $82,106. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $72,615 to $96,675 with the average total cash compensation of $84,161.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $82,106 $71,364 - $93,779
Bonus $2,054 $1,251 - $2,896
Total Pay $84,161 $72,615 - $96,675
* 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.

Nuke Artist Salary Near Tacoma, WA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA
CITY, STATE Lakewood, WA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,364 - $93,779 COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA 0%
CITY, STATE Auburn, WA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,364 - $93,779 COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA 0%
CITY, STATE Federal Way, WA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,364 - $93,779 COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA 0%
CITY, STATE Lacey, WA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,958 - $91,933 COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA
CITY, STATE Renton, WA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,861 - $95,748 COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA
CITY, STATE Kent, WA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,225 - $93,597 COMPARE TO Tacoma, WA
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About Tacoma, Washington    Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washingto....More

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