SOC code 27-1014
There have been 3 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Special Effects Artist and Animators on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 100% certified. The median annualized wage is $136,845. The top sponsor is Activision Publishing, with most positions based in CA.
All sponsoring employers
2 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Special Effects Artist and Animators. Search or sort below.
Top states
Where Special Effects Artist and Animators E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 3 (100%) | $127,982 |
Top cities
Cities where Special Effects Artist and Animators E-3 jobs are filed.
| City | State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad | CA | 2 | $136,845 |
| Irvine | CA | 1 | $63,003 |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| LEAD PROP ARTIST | 2 |
| ENVIRONMENT ARTIST, DUNGEON AND ARCHITECTURE | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Special Effects Artist and Animators. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | 2 | 100.0% | $127,982 | |
| FY2024 | 1 | 100.0% | $145,707 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Special Effects Artist and Animators have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 3 Labor Condition Application filings for Special Effects Artist and Animators on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 100% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Special Effects Artist and Animators on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Special Effects Artist and Animators on the E-3 visa is $136,845, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Special Effects Artist and Animators on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Special Effects Artist and Animators are: Activision Publishing (2 filings), Blizzard Entertainment (1 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa special effects artist and animators based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Special Effects Artist and Animators are based in: CA (3 filings).
Can Australians work as special effects artist and animators on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Special Effects Artist and Animators is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
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