52119

Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts

TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Art, culture, recreation & sport

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Definition

Workers in other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts coordinate and perform specific activities for television, radio and motion picture productions, news broadcasts, theatre and stage productions, and other live or recorded productions. They are employed by television and radio stations and networks, recording studios, motion picture and video production companies, concert promoters and theatre, stage and dance companies.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Floor managers
Coordinate the work of camera operators and other technical staff, and cue announcers, actors and performers during news broadcasts and television program tapings.
Key grips
Supervise grips, gaffers and stagehands who rig, place, move and dismantle lights, sets, backdrops, scenery and other stage equipment.
Gaffers and lighting technicians
Set up, operate and make repairs to lights and other electrical equipment in studios and on sets and stages.
Stunt coordinators and special effects technicians
Design and coordinate special effects such as fires, explosions and crashes.
Make-up artists
Apply cosmetic and special effects make-up on actors and other performers.
Costumiers
Study scripts to determine the necessary costumes and oversee the acquisition, fitting and maintenance of costumes.
Settings shop foremen and property masters
Assist in preparing the construction specifications for sets
Identify and list the necessary props and place them during rehearsals and performances.

Example job titles

•costumier
•gaffer
•key grip
•lighting technician
•make-up artist - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts
•program coordinator - broadcasting
•property master - broadcasting
•settings shop foreman/woman

Overview

NOC 52119 encompasses other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting, and the performing arts. This National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021) category classified under TEER 2 includes vital specialized roles such as stage managers, stunt coordinators, continuity directors, special effects technicians, and body makeup artists. These professionals coordinate and perform technical, artistic, and administrative duties essential to the production of motion pictures, television shows, theatre, and radio broadcasts.

Because NOC 52119 is classified as a TEER 2 occupation, individuals with valid work experience in this group are eligible for key Canadian economic immigration streams. This includes the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) managed under the Express Entry system. Furthermore, candidates may qualify for various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) targeting skilled workers in the creative and digital media sectors, as well as the federal Self-Employed Persons Program depending on their professional background.

Employment requirements typically involve a college diploma in a related field or several years of specialized training and experience in the motion picture, broadcasting, or performing arts industries. Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For official and updated immigration guidelines, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC).

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.