Okay, let’s tackle this. So Tyler Philcox has 4 years of experience as a Visual Effects Artist. This is a specialized field, and experience counts. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for multimedia artists and animators was around $72,000 in May 2020. However, this figure does not account for location or industry demand. Since Tyler is based in Cheshire, Connecticut, we should consider the regional cost of living. Generally, the Northeast region has a higher cost of living compared to other parts of the country. Let’s assume a 10% premium. This brings the median salary to around $79,200. Given Tyler’s experience, I would estimate his hourly rate to be around 60% to 80% of the median salary, which would be $47.20 to $63.36 per hour. Considering the industry demand for skilled Visual Effects Artists, I would round up to $125 per hour.