NOC 50011: Managers - publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts
Managers in publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate operations within publishing firms, film, theatre and record production companies and broadcasting facilities. They are employed by radio and television stations, by newspaper, periodical and book publishing firms, and by film, theatre, record and video production companies.
Official Main Duties for NOC 50011
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 — officers expect natural job descriptions with specific company context.
Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 50011
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Managers - publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts is categorized under TEER 0. Occupations in this tier typically require a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate) or substantial managerial tenure.
Express Entry Alignment
Qualifies directly for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part-time) and continuous for at least one year.
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 50011.
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) | $30 | $50.48/hr | $82.42 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $35.09/hr | $50.41/hr | $70.26/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $26.89/hr | $40.32/hr | $64.81/hr |
| New Brunswick → | $22.84/hr | $38.17/hr | $79.52/hr |
| Quebec → | $30/hr | $44.23/hr | $76.92/hr |
| Ontario → | $29.28/hr | $45.56/hr | $75.51/hr |
| Manitoba → | $27.96/hr | $40.1/hr | $66.73/hr |
| Saskatchewan → | $25.62/hr | $35.98/hr | $47.69/hr |
| British Columbia → | $29.17/hr | $44.11/hr | $79.53/hr |
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- A university degree or college diploma in communications, broadcasting, journalism or other arts discipline is usually required.
- Several years of experience within the publishing, film production, broadcasting or theatre industry are usually required.
Official Job Titles for NOC 50011
42 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:
- Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations (See 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations)View NOC 51120→
- Publisher (See 00015 Senior managers - construction, transportation, production and utilities)View NOC 00015→
- Senior managers - trade, broadcasting and other services (See 00014 Senior managers - trade, broadcasting and other services)View NOC 00014→
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 50011 (Managers - publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
Check Your Express Entry Score & Latest Cutoffs
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