94153
Photographic and film processors
- Express Entry skill level
- No
- Regulated in Québec
- No
- In demand in Manitoba
- No
Classification
Manufacturing & utilities
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Definition
Photographic and film processors process and finish still photographic film and motion picture film. They are employed in film processing laboratories and retail photofinishing establishments.
Main duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Operate equipment to develop negatives and slides, and to print black and white and colour photographs
- Operate photographic enlarging equipment to produce prints and enlargements from negatives
- Operate equipment to develop motion picture film
- Tend automatic equipment in retail establishments to develop colour negatives, prints and slides
- Operate equipment to transfer film to video tape
- Retouch photographic negatives or original prints to correct defects
- Splice film and mount film on reels
- Measure and mix chemicals required for processing
- Inspect rolls of photographic prints for conformance to specifications; or motion picture film to detect defects in developing and printing.
Example job titles
- •darkroom technician
- •film developer
- •film printing machine operator
- •film processor
- •photofinisher
- •photograph developer
- •photograph inspector - photographic processing
- •photographic processor
Overview
Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021, NOC 94153 comprises photographic and film processors who operate equipment to process, print, and finish photographic film and digital images. These professionals are typically employed by retail photofinishing laboratories, commercial photographic studios, advertising agencies, and publishing companies. Key responsibilities include operating automatic film processors, digital printing systems, and utilizing software to adjust contrast, exposure, and color balance.
Employment requirements for NOC 94153 generally include the completion of secondary school, with on-the-job training typically provided by employers. As a TEER 4 occupation, candidates seeking Canadian permanent residency under this NOC may explore targeted provincial pathways, such as specific streams under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) or regional pilot programs, as they are not eligible for federal Express Entry programs that require TEER 0, 1, 2, or 3.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For official immigration programs and requirements, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated Canadian immigration consultant.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.