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NOC 52114: Announcers and other broadcasters

Official definition · Statistics Canada NOC 2021 v1.0 · statcan.gc.ca ↗

Announcers and other broadcasters read news, sports, weather, commercial and public service messages and host entertainment and information programs for broadcast on radio or television. They are primarily employed by radio and television stations and networks and by commercial firms that produce advertisements for radio or television.

Median Pay$27.97/hrPrevailing median rate
TEER LevelLevel 2Express Entry pool
Priority StreamGeneral StreamCategory draws
Official Titles29 TitlesGovernment aliases
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Official Main Duties for NOC 52114

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29 official aliases
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IRCC Reference Letter Rule:

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.

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Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 52114

Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Announcers and other broadcasters is categorized under TEER 2. Occupations in this tier typically require completion of a 2- to 3-year post-secondary diploma, apprenticeship training, or specialized technical certifications.

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

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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 52114.

Former NOC 52314-Digit Legacy
Announcers and other broadcasters
VC1 - Code Change
Job Bank Open Data (2025/2026)

Regional Wages Across Canada

Legal Benchmark for LMIA

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 / TerritoryLow WageMedian WageHigh Wage
Canada (National Average)$17.63$27.97/hr$57.69
Newfoundland and Labrador$20.48/hr$28.61/hr$46.21/hr
Nova Scotia$17.66/hr$29.79/hr$60/hr
New Brunswick$19.46/hr$27.82/hr$40.72/hr
Quebec$24/hr$34.62/hr$71.79/hr
Ontario$20.5/hr$32.62/hr$54.32/hr
Manitoba$18.7/hr$26.36/hr$40.18/hr
Saskatchewan$18.36/hr$26.23/hr$45.18/hr
Alberta$21.45/hr$31.63/hr$47.96/hr
British Columbia$21.53/hr$31.23/hr$46.73/hr

🏙️Top Metropolitan Cities Wage Rates (ESDC 2025/2026)

Economic Region Benchmarks

Official ESDC prevailing median wages across major Canadian metropolitan regions. Crucial for LMIA prevailing wage compliance and local job offer evaluations.

Montréal
$34.62/hr
$24 - $71.79
Ottawa
$33.97/hr
$24.15 - $55.4
Calgary
$32.38/hr
$25.65 - $53.13
Edmonton
$28.87/hr
$22.55 - $49.68
Vancouver
$31.69/hr
$24.86 - $52.22

Employment Requirements

These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:

  • Completion of a college radio or television arts program is usually required.
  • Practical training, such as work at a college radio station, may be required.
  • Talent and ability, as demonstrated during an audition, are important hiring criteria.
  • Membership in a guild or union related to the occupation or type of performance may be required.

Official Job Titles for NOC 52114

29 Titles Listed

If your current job title matches any of these official examples, this NOC code is likely the right choice for your Express Entry reference letter:

announcerbroadcasterdisc jockey (DJ) - broadcastnews readerradio host/hostesssports announcertalk show host/hostesstelevision host/hostesscircus ringmastercommercial announcerfashion show commentatorfreelance announcergame show host/hostesshost/hostess - television or radiointernational service announcer-producermaster of ceremonies (MC)mobile disc jockeymoderator - broadcastingnewscasterpublic address (P.A.) system announcerquiz master - radio and televisionradio announcersports commentatorsportscasterstaff announcertelevision newscastertraffic reporterVJ (video jockey) - television broadcastweather reporter

Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)

Check this list to make sure your actual job is not classified under one of these related codes:

  • Broadcast journalist (See 51113 Journalists)View NOC 51113
  • Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators (See 53111 Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators)View NOC 53111

Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 52114 (Announcers and other broadcasters)

Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.

Yes. Because NOC 52114 is classified as TEER 2, it qualifies for the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry.
For an LMIA work permit, your employer must offer at least the median wage of $27.97/hr (or the prevailing median rate in your specific Canadian province of employment).
Under Section 75(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR), your employment reference letter must confirm you perform the actions in the lead statement and a substantial number (recommended at least 60%) of the official main duties listed above. You do not need to perform 100% of the duties.
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, Announcers and other broadcasters was categorized under NOC 5231 (Announcers and other broadcasters). In NOC 2021, it transitioned to NOC 52114 under TEER 2.
According to official ESDC Job Bank benchmarks, the prevailing median rate for NOC 52114 is $34.62/hr in Montréal, $33.97/hr in Ottawa, $32.38/hr in Calgary, $28.87/hr in Edmonton, $31.69/hr in Vancouver.
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Last verified: September 2026