NOC 14112: Desktop publishing operators and related occupations
Desktop publishing operators and workers in related occupations use computers to enter copy into a typesetting system or operate typesetting output equipment to produce text that is ready to print. They are employed by firms that specialize in typesetting, commercial printing companies, publishing and printing companies and various establishments in the public and private sectors that have in-house printing departments.
Official Main Duties for NOC 14112
Select the duties you perform in your actual job. Under IRCC guidelines, you must perform at least 60% of these duties for a successful work permit or PR reference letter.
Your employer reference letter must confirm you performed the main actions described in the duties above. Avoid copying words directly from the NOC description โ officers expect natural job descriptions with specific company context.
Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 14112
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Desktop publishing operators and related occupations is categorized under TEER 4. Occupations in this tier typically require secondary school graduation or job-specific on-the-job training.
Express Entry Alignment
Classified under TEER 4, meaning this occupation does not qualify for direct Express Entry general pools. Candidates should focus on employer-driven Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) or federal pilot pathways.
Target Category Status
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 14112.
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $18 | $23.77/hr | $32.5 |
| Quebec โ | $18.5/hr | $24.52/hr | $31.5/hr |
| Ontario โ | $18/hr | $22.35/hr | $31.73/hr |
| British Columbia โ | $18/hr | $23/hr | $35.36/hr |
๐๏ธTop Metropolitan Cities Wage Rates (ESDC 2025/2026)
Economic Region BenchmarksOfficial ESDC prevailing median wages across major Canadian metropolitan regions. Crucial for LMIA prevailing wage compliance and local job offer evaluations.
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- Completion of secondary school is required.
- Completion of a college program in graphic arts, or other training in typography, computer typesetting or desktop publishing, is usually required.
Official Job Titles for NOC 14112
69 Titles ListedIf your current job title matches any of these official examples, this NOC code is likely the right choice for your Express Entry reference letter:
Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
Check this list to make sure your actual job is not classified under one of these related codes:
- Desktop publishing operators supervisor (See 12010 Supervisors, general office and administrative support workers)View NOC 12010โ
- File preparation operator (See 94151 Camera, platemaking and other prepress occupations)View NOC 94151โ
- Graphic arts copy stylist (See 52111 Graphic arts technicians)View NOC 52111โ
- Graphic designers and illustrators (See 52120 Graphic designers and illustrators)View NOC 52120โ
- Paste-up artist (See 52111 Graphic arts technicians)View NOC 52111โ
- Pre-flight operator - printing (See 94151 Camera, platemaking and other prepress occupations)View NOC 94151โ
- Proofreader (See 14301 Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks)View NOC 14301โ
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 14112 (Desktop publishing operators and related occupations)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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Calculate your exact Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score for NOC 14112, explore your TEER 4 immigration pathways, and check recent draw cutoffs.