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VFX Artist / Visual Effects Specialist

Also known as: Compositor, VFX Supervisor, Motion Graphics Artist, CG Generalist, Digital Compositor

AI Impact Score

46/100

AI is transforming VFX through automated rotoscoping, AI-assisted scene reconstruction, and generative video tools. However, senior VFX work demands creative problem-solving, client communication, and artistic quality control that AI tools cannot yet replicate.

$55k – $120k

Salary Range

booming

Growth Outlook

18,000

Total Jobs (US)

+14%

Growth Rate

Task Breakdown

Tasks at Risk (4)

Routine rotoscoping and maskingBasic green screen keyingSimple clean plate generationStandard grade and color matching

AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)

AI-accelerated rotoscoping (Runway, After Effects AI)Generative background and environment replacementAI-powered noise reduction and upscalingAutomated crowd replication and simulation

Human-Safe Tasks (5)

Artistic direction and quality supervisionComplex compositing and integrationClient creative feedback managementTechnical problem-solving for unique shotsVFX supervision on set

Current Skills

Compositing (Nuke, After Effects)3D Integration (Houdini, Maya)Color Science and GradingGreen Screen Keying and RotoscopingParticle and Simulation Systems

Future-Proof Skills

AI Compositing Tools (Runway, Topaz, Resolve AI)Real-Time VFX in Unreal Engine (Virtual Production)Generative AI for Background CreationLED Volume and Virtual Production Workflows