Salary Range
$50,000 to $100,000+Overview
Graphics programmers write the code that produces two- and three-dimensional illustrations with color, lighting, shading, morphing, animation, and special effects. They create new programs for animation and graphics for computer and video games and Web sites; medical imaging devices; geological research; virtual testing systems for aircrafts, cars, and spacecraft; and special effects and animation for Hollywood productions. The Department of Labor reports that there are about 139,400 computer programmers, including graphics programmers, working in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
DeclinePersonality Traits
Artistic
Creative
Technical
Career Ladder
Systems Analyst, or Computer Engineer, or Computer Consultant
Lead Programmer
Graphics Programmer
Junior Graphics Programmer
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