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Background Artist Salary in India (Updated 2025)

based on 72 latest salaries • updated: 20 Feb 2025
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Annual salary range

₹1 Lakh - ₹6 Lakhs

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Background Artist Salary in India ranges between ₹1 Lakh to ₹6 Lakhs for less than 1 year of experience to 8 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 72 latest salaries received from Background... Read More

Latest annual salaries shared by Background Artists

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Cputek

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5 months exp.

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5 months exp.

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Cputek

Background Artist

1 year exp.

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Freelancer.com

Background Artist

6 years exp.

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Timeline Studios

Background Artist

4 years exp.

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Graph Animation Studio

Background Artist

3 years exp.

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Reliance Animation

Background Artist

5 years exp.

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Live Pixel Studio

Background Artist

2 years exp.

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Artistic Space

Background Artist

5 years exp.

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Paperboat Design Studios

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4 years exp.

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Background Artist salaries by

Years of experience Avg. annual salary
Fresher
(7 salaries)
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₹0.6 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr

1 year
(13 salaries)
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₹0.2 L/yr - ₹3.4 L/yr

2 years
(15 salaries)
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₹1.4 L/yr - ₹3.6 L/yr

3 years
(12 salaries)
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr

4 years
(8 salaries)
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₹1.7 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

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Background Artist Salary By Locations

Locations Avg. annual salary
Mumbai
Background Artist
1 - 8 years exp.
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₹2.7 L/yr - ₹4.8 L/yr

Pune
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2 - 7 years exp.
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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr

Bangalore / Bengaluru
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0 - 5 years exp.
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₹0.6 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Hyderabad / Secunderabad
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0 - 8 years exp.
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₹1.6 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Kolkata
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0 - 4 years exp.
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr

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Background Artist Salary By Industries

Industries Avg. annual salary

Animation & VFX

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0 - 8 years exp.
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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Media & Entertainment / Publishing

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1 - 8 years exp.
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₹1.9 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Consulting

Background Artist
2 - 5 years exp.
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₹1.5 L/yr - ₹2.2 L/yr

Internet

Background Artist
2 - 5 years exp.
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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr

Telecom

Background Artist
1 - 3 years exp.
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₹1.4 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Background Artist Salaries

What is the salary of a Background Artist in India?
The salary of a Background Artist in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry. On average, Background Artist salaries ranges from ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.

The average starting salary is around ₹1.0 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹ Lakhs to ₹ Lakh per year. Salary estimates are based on 72 salaries received from various Background Artists across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Background Artist in India?
The annual salary for Background Artist in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Background Artist are
Background Artist Salary in Mumbai ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹4.8 Lakhs per year
Background Artist Salary in Pune ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹7.0 Lakhs per year
Background Artist Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ₹0.6 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Background Artist Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ₹1.6 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Background Artist Salary in Kolkata ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹5.0 Lakhs per year
Salary expectations for Background Artist may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
What are the top paying industries for Background Artist in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Background Artist in India are:
Background Artist Salary in Animation & VFX ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Background Artist Salary in Media & Entertainment / Publishing ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Background Artist Salary in Consulting ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹2.2 Lakhs per year
Background Artist Salary in Internet ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹6.0 Lakhs per year
Background Artist Salary in Telecom ₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year
What are the fresher salaries as Background Artist?
Fresher salaries for Background Artist in India typically range from ₹0.6 Lakhs to ₹3 Lakhs per year, depending on the company, location, and skill set. Fresher salaries are generally higher in IT Industry than in other Industries in India.
How does experience affect salaries of a Background Artist in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Background Artist salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Background Artist take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles. Background Artist salary at different experience level are as follows:
Experience Average Salary Range
Fresher ₹0.6 Lakhs to ₹3.0 Lakhs per year
1 year ₹0.2 Lakhs to ₹3.4 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹3.6 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹1.7 Lakhs to ₹5.5 Lakhs per year
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