Motion graphics artist demographics and statistics in the US
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Motion graphics artist gender statistics
14.4% of motion graphics artists are women and 85.6% of motion graphics artists are men.
- Male, 85.6%
- Female, 14.4%
Motion graphics artist gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 85.6% |
| Female | 14.4% |
Motion graphics artist gender pay gap
Women earn 93¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$63,454
Female income
$59,262
Motion graphics artist gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in motion graphics artist positions over time. Currently, 14.4% of motion graphics artists are female.
Motion graphics artist gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 88.57% | 11.43% |
| 2011 | 87.50% | 12.50% |
| 2012 | 88.93% | 11.07% |
| 2013 | 87.22% | 12.78% |
| 2014 | 85.75% | 14.25% |
| 2015 | 86.86% | 13.14% |
| 2016 | 85.30% | 14.70% |
| 2017 | 86.48% | 13.52% |
| 2018 | 86.33% | 13.67% |
| 2019 | 85.55% | 14.45% |
| 2020 | 85.60% | 14.40% |
| 2021 | 85.57% | 14.43% |
Motion graphics artist related jobs gender ratio
We compared motion graphics artists with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, exhibit builder and senior industrial designer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Decorating Consultant | 9% | 91% |
| Floral Designer | 11% | 89% |
| Floral Manager | 11% | 89% |
| Motion Graphics Artist | 86% | 14% |
| Craftsman | 88% | 12% |
| Senior Industrial Designer | 91% | 9% |
| Exhibit Builder | 93% | 7% |
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Motion graphics artist demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among motion graphics artists is White, which makes up 67.7% of all motion graphics artists. Comparatively, 14.1% of motion graphics artists are Hispanic or Latino and 7.6% of motion graphics artists are Asian.
- White, 67.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 14.1%
- Asian, 7.6%
- Unknown, 5.6%
- Black or African American, 4.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
Motion graphics artist race
| Motion graphics artist race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 67.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 14.1% |
| Asian | 7.6% |
| Unknown | 5.6% |
| Black or African American | 4.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.7% |
Motion graphics artist race and ethnicity over time
See how motion graphics artist racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Motion graphics artist race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 77.32% | 2.93% | 6.79% | 10.27% |
| 2011 | 76.88% | 3.56% | 6.68% | 9.82% |
| 2012 | 75.55% | 3.43% | 5.91% | 11.35% |
| 2013 | 76.02% | 3.61% | 6.78% | 10.31% |
| 2014 | 75.22% | 3.47% | 7.09% | 10.54% |
| 2015 | 74.77% | 3.26% | 6.66% | 11.03% |
| 2016 | 74.41% | 2.71% | 8.17% | 10.82% |
| 2017 | 73.72% | 3.56% | 7.50% | 12.17% |
| 2018 | 73.35% | 3.38% | 8.33% | 11.61% |
| 2019 | 73.61% | 3.91% | 7.55% | 11.43% |
| 2020 | 70.63% | 3.25% | 7.92% | 12.17% |
| 2021 | 67.74% | 4.32% | 7.61% | 14.12% |
Motion graphics artist wage gap by race
According to our data, asian motion graphics artists have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american motion graphics artists have the lowest average salary at $56,760.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $64,197 |
| White | $63,177 |
| Black or African American | $56,760 |
| Asian | $68,286 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $65,439 |
Average motion graphics artist age
See how the average age of motion graphics artists varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Motion graphics artist age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 38.5 | 34.5 |
| White | 41 | 36 |
| Black or African American | 34 | |
| Asian | 37 | 33 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 38 | 38.5 |
Motion graphics artist age breakdown
The average age of motion graphics artists is 40+ years years old, representing 47% of the motion graphics artist population.
Motion graphics artist age breakdown
| Motion Graphics Artist Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 47% |
| 30-40 years | 38% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Motion graphics artist educational attainment
The most common degree for motion graphics artists is bachelor's degree, with 77% of motion graphics artists earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 12% and associate degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 77%
- Associate, 12%
- Master's, 7%
- Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Motion graphics artists by degree level
| Motion graphics artist degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 77% |
| Associate | 12% |
| Master's | 7% |
| Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Motion graphics artist wage gap by degree level
According to the data, motion graphics artists with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $77,912 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, motion graphics artists earn a median annual income of $75,821 compared to $63,692 for motion graphics artists with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $77,912 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $57,772 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $75,821 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $63,692 |
Motion graphics artist employment statistics
Most motion graphics artists work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where motion graphics artists work
Below, you can see the size of companies where motion graphics artists work.
Motion graphics artist jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 11% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 21% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 15% |
Motion graphics artist jobs by company type
Employees with the motion graphics artist job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most motion graphics artists prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Motion graphics artist jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 18% |
| Private | 76% |
| Government | 1% |
Motion graphics artist jobs by industry
The most common industries for motion graphics artists are media, professional and technology.
Motion graphics artist industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 30% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Technology | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Start-up | 6% |
| Internet | 5% |
| Hospitality | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Education | 4% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
Motion graphics artist turnover and employment statistics
Motion graphics artist unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for motion graphics artists between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Motion graphics artist unemployment rate by year
| Year | Motion graphics artist unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.96% |
| 2011 | 8.02% |
| 2012 | 8.31% |
| 2013 | 6.45% |
| 2014 | 5.83% |
| 2015 | 5.42% |
| 2016 | 4.83% |
| 2017 | 5.07% |
| 2018 | 4.28% |
| 2019 | 4.56% |
| 2020 | 8.18% |
| 2021 | 8.63% |
Average motion graphics artist tenure
The average motion graphics artist stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,388 motion graphics artists resumes in Zippia's database.
Motion graphics artist tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 30% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 11% |
| 5-7 years | 15% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Motion graphics artist LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of motion graphics artists that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Motion Graphics Artist | 11.32% | - |
| Show Design Supervisor | 12.35% | 37,552 |
| User Experience Designer | 13.05% | 52,582 |
| Florist Designer | 14.26% | 43,831 |
| Merchandising Specialist | 16.91% | 49,769 |
| Fashion Supervisor | 17.98% | 3,122 |
| Project Designer | 22.51% | 60,364 |
Similar motion graphics artist jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Show Design Supervisor | 12.35% | 37,552 |
| User Experience Designer | 13.05% | 52,582 |
| Florist Designer | 14.26% | 43,831 |
| Merchandising Specialist | 16.91% | 49,769 |
| Fashion Supervisor | 17.98% | 3,122 |
| Project Designer | 22.51% | 60,364 |
Foreign languages spoken by motion graphics artists
The most common foreign language among motion graphics artists is Spanish at 57.1%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 9.5% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 9.5%.
- Spanish, 57.1%
- French, 9.5%
- Mandarin, 9.5%
- Italian, 9.5%
- Portuguese, 4.8%
- Other, 9.6%
Motion graphics artist languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 57.1% |
| French | 9.5% |
| Mandarin | 9.5% |
| Italian | 9.5% |
| Portuguese | 4.8% |
| Other | 9.6% |
