Motion graphics designer demographics and statistics in the US
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Motion graphics designer gender statistics
21.6% of motion graphics designers are women and 78.4% of motion graphics designers are men.
- Male, 78.4%
- Female, 21.6%
Motion graphics designer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 78.4% |
| Female | 21.6% |
Motion graphics designer gender pay gap
Women earn 96¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$63,105
Female income
$60,276
Motion graphics designer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in motion graphics designer positions over time. Currently, 21.6% of motion graphics designers are female.
Motion graphics designer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.00% | 20.00% |
| 2011 | 80.17% | 19.83% |
| 2012 | 79.64% | 20.36% |
| 2013 | 81.20% | 18.80% |
| 2014 | 79.81% | 20.19% |
| 2015 | 80.29% | 19.71% |
| 2016 | 79.58% | 20.42% |
| 2017 | 78.94% | 21.06% |
| 2018 | 80.38% | 19.62% |
| 2019 | 78.27% | 21.73% |
| 2020 | 78.32% | 21.68% |
| 2021 | 78.41% | 21.59% |
Motion graphics designer related jobs gender ratio
We compared motion graphics designers 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 Designer | 78% | 22% |
| Craftsman | 88% | 12% |
| Senior Industrial Designer | 91% | 9% |
| Exhibit Builder | 93% | 7% |
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Motion graphics designer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among motion graphics designers is White, which makes up 70.2% of all motion graphics designers. Comparatively, 10.6% of motion graphics designers are Hispanic or Latino and 10.4% of motion graphics designers are Asian.
- White, 70.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 10.6%
- Asian, 10.4%
- Unknown, 5.0%
- Black or African American, 3.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%
Motion graphics designer race
| Motion graphics designer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 70.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.6% |
| Asian | 10.4% |
| Unknown | 5.0% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.4% |
Motion graphics designer race and ethnicity over time
See how motion graphics designer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Motion graphics designer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 80.32% | 3.37% | 6.45% | 8.15% |
| 2011 | 79.15% | 3.38% | 7.00% | 8.33% |
| 2012 | 78.60% | 3.42% | 6.69% | 9.26% |
| 2013 | 79.01% | 3.39% | 7.37% | 8.05% |
| 2014 | 78.43% | 3.15% | 7.37% | 8.85% |
| 2015 | 77.58% | 3.31% | 7.11% | 9.89% |
| 2016 | 77.09% | 3.54% | 7.72% | 9.34% |
| 2017 | 77.04% | 3.17% | 8.01% | 9.29% |
| 2018 | 74.98% | 3.33% | 8.26% | 10.34% |
| 2019 | 76.12% | 3.50% | 7.60% | 10.19% |
| 2020 | 74.32% | 3.04% | 7.13% | 10.91% |
| 2021 | 70.17% | 3.42% | 10.42% | 10.63% |
Motion graphics designer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian motion graphics designers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. White motion graphics designers have the lowest average salary at $60,841.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $64,959 |
| White | $60,841 |
| Black or African American | $60,996 |
| Asian | $67,224 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $61,753 |
Average motion graphics designer age
See how the average age of motion graphics designers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Motion graphics designer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 40 | 33 |
| White | 40 | 35 |
| Black or African American | 38 | 34 |
| Asian | 36 | 33 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 | 31 |
Motion graphics designer age breakdown
The average age of motion graphics designers is 40+ years years old, representing 42% of the motion graphics designer population.
Motion graphics designer age breakdown
| Motion Graphics Designer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 42% |
| 30-40 years | 35% |
| 20-30 years | 24% |
Motion graphics designer educational attainment
The most common degree for motion graphics designers is bachelor's degree, with 74% of motion graphics designers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are associate degree degree at 12% and associate degree degree at 9%.
- Bachelor's, 74%
- Associate, 12%
- Master's, 9%
- Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 3%
Motion graphics designers by degree level
| Motion graphics designer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 74% |
| Associate | 12% |
| Master's | 9% |
| Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 3% |
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Motion graphics designer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, motion graphics designers with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $73,572 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, motion graphics designers earn a median annual income of $67,648 compared to $60,975 for motion graphics designers with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $73,572 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $67,648 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $60,975 |
Motion graphics designer employment statistics
Most motion graphics designers work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where motion graphics designers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where motion graphics designers work.
Motion graphics designer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 8% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 20% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 24% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 6% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 24% |
| > 10,000 employees | 19% |
Motion graphics designer jobs by company type
Employees with the motion graphics designer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most motion graphics designers prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Motion graphics designer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 6% |
| Public | 22% |
| Private | 72% |
| Government | 1% |
Motion graphics designer jobs by industry
The most common industries for motion graphics designers are media, technology and professional.
Motion graphics designer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 34% |
| Technology | 12% |
| Professional | 10% |
| Start-up | 8% |
| Fortune 500 | 7% |
| Internet | 5% |
| Education | 5% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Manufacturing | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 2% |
| Non Profits | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
Motion graphics designer turnover and employment statistics
Motion graphics designer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for motion graphics designers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Motion graphics designer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Motion graphics designer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9.84% |
| 2011 | 7.82% |
| 2012 | 7.12% |
| 2013 | 5.32% |
| 2014 | 4.78% |
| 2015 | 4.60% |
| 2016 | 4.15% |
| 2017 | 3.61% |
| 2018 | 3.55% |
| 2019 | 3.78% |
| 2020 | 6.80% |
| 2021 | 7.79% |
Average motion graphics designer tenure
The average motion graphics designer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 2,338 motion graphics designers resumes in Zippia's database.
Motion graphics designer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 28% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 12% |
| 5-7 years | 16% |
| 8-10 years | 7% |
| 11+ years | 10% |
Motion graphics designer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of motion graphics designers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Craft Artist | 11.32% | 3,694 |
| Exhibition Designer | 12.35% | 45,425 |
| Motion Graphics Designer | 13.05% | - |
| Floral Decorator | 14.26% | 2,182 |
| Visual Merchandiser | 16.91% | 74,351 |
| Fashion Stylist | 17.98% | 13,031 |
| Interior Design Coordinator | 22.51% | 49,402 |
Similar motion graphics designer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Craft Artist | 11.32% | 3,694 |
| Exhibition Designer | 12.35% | 45,425 |
| Floral Decorator | 14.26% | 2,182 |
| Visual Merchandiser | 16.91% | 74,351 |
| Fashion Stylist | 17.98% | 13,031 |
| Interior Design Coordinator | 22.51% | 49,402 |
Foreign languages spoken by motion graphics designers
The most common foreign language among motion graphics designers is Spanish at 44.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Portuguese at 8.2% and Chinese is the third-most popular at 8.2%.
- Spanish, 44.9%
- Portuguese, 8.2%
- Chinese, 8.2%
- Japanese, 8.2%
- French, 8.2%
- Other, 22.3%
Motion graphics designer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 44.9% |
| Portuguese | 8.2% |
| Chinese | 8.2% |
| Japanese | 8.2% |
| French | 8.2% |
| Other | 22.3% |
