Post Production Assistant Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Post Production Assistant make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Post Production Assistant in Chicago, IL is $48,966. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $43,282 to $56,049, with most professionals earning between $38,107 and $62,498.

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Average Salary Range for Post Production Assistant in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Post Production Assistant in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Post Production Assistant in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Post Production Assistant ranges from $43,282 to $56,049 with the average base salary of $48,966. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $43,581 to $56,963 with the average total cash compensation of $49,475.

View Average Salary for Post Production Assistant as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $48,966 $43,282 - $56,049
Bonus $509 $299 - $914
Total Pay $49,475 $43,581 - $56,963
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Post Production Assistant Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,282 - $56,049 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,282 - $56,049 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,232 - $55,984 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,265 - $56,027 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,265 - $56,027 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,377 - $54,878 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
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