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How much does Compositor make?
Total pay range
$81K - $150K/yr
$107K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$60K - $111K/yrBase pay
$21K - $39K/yrAdditional pay
About our data
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025197 Salaries submitted
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Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Arts & Design?
Jobs in arts & design are growing due to increased access to remote work. These jobs often require a bachelor’s degree and technical skills such as graphic design software, web-development and research. Salaries vary, as jobs tend to be short-term and contractual, offering workers flexible schedules and the opportunity to manage multiple projects at once.
Top paying industries
The top 2 paying industries for Compositor in United States are Media & Communication with a median total pay of $109,294 and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation with a median total pay of $100,143.
Media & Communication
Top paying companies in Media & Communication for Compositor are FuseFX, CoSA VFX, and Stereo D.
Frequently asked questions about Compositor salaries
The average salary for Compositor is $107,339 per year or $52 per hour, with top earners making up to $196,431 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $80,505 (25th percentile) to $150,275 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 197 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Compositor employees.
The highest salary for Compositor is $150,275 per year, $12,523 per month or $72 per hour.
The lowest salary for Compositor is $80,505 per year, $6,709 per month or $39 per hour.
