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7. Animator An artist or illustrator who creates special effects and other visual Images on film, video, or computers. They have to be able to draw by hand and use technology like computers exceptionally well. An animator makes about $700-$800 a week when first starting. Animators who have 1-3 years of experience make about $2000-$4000 a week. At an average the salary varies between US $40000 to 45000. Between 50,000 to 70,000 a year.