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NOC 52119: Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts

Official definition ยท Statistics Canada NOC 2021 v1.0 ยท statcan.gc.ca โ†—

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.

Median Pay$33/hrPrevailing median rate
TEER LevelLevel 2Express Entry pool
Priority StreamGeneral StreamCategory draws
Official Titles71 TitlesGovernment aliases
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Official Main Duties for NOC 52119

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.

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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 โ€” officers expect natural job descriptions with specific company context.

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Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 52119

Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts 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 52119.

Former NOC 52264-Digit Legacy
Other technical and co-ordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts
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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)$21$33/hr$43
Newfoundland and Labrador โ†’$19.66/hr$30.49/hr$37/hr
Nova Scotia โ†’$20.71/hr$32.34/hr$42.85/hr
New Brunswick โ†’$23.23/hr$33.59/hr$49.89/hr
Quebec โ†’$22/hr$32/hr$42/hr
Ontario โ†’$18.75/hr$31.55/hr$45/hr
Manitoba โ†’$22.25/hr$31.98/hr$40/hr
Alberta โ†’$21/hr$32.67/hr$40.58/hr
British Columbia โ†’$24.94/hr$35.27/hr$43.79/hr
Yukon โ†’$22.08/hr$43.59/hr$55.24/hr

Employment Requirements

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

  • For most occupations in this unit group, completion of a college or university program in broadcasting, theatre arts or a related field and several years of experience in a related support or assisting occupation in motion pictures, broadcasting or the performing arts are required.
  • Floor managers require a portfolio of work.
  • Make-up artists working in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts may require a training program.
  • Creative ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, is required for make-up artists.
  • For gaffers, lighting technicians, key grips and other stage technicians, completion of a college program or other specialized training program in technical production for theatre is required.
  • Membership in a related union may be required.

Official Job Titles for NOC 52119

71 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:

costumiergafferkey griplighting technicianmake-up artist - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing artsprogram coordinator - broadcastingproperty master - broadcastingsettings shop foreman/womanspecial effects technicianstage managerstunt coordinatortheatre techniciananimal wrangler - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing artsbroadcasting coordinatorchief lighting technicianchief stage electriciancostume makercostume supervisorcostumercostumer - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing artscostumes coordinatorexterior set managerexterior shooting directorextra wrangler - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing artsfilm location managerfirst gripfloor director - broadcastingfloor manager - broadcastinghead griphead of wardrobekey dresserlight board operatorlighting effects chief technicianlocation manager - motion pictures and broadcastingmachinist-electricianmake-up artist - special effectsmake-up artist and hairdresser - performing artsmake-up artist and wig makermotion picture facilities supervisormusic program planneroptical effects coordinatorpresentation coordinator - broadcastingproduction coordinator - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing artsproduction coordinator - radiobroadcastingproduction coordinator - video gamesproduction coordinator - visual effectsproduction technician - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing artsprogramming managerproperties custodian - stage productions or motion picturesproperty master - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing artsradio music program plannerradio program plannerremote broadcasting coordinatorrigging gafferscript supervisorset electriciansports program coordinator - broadcastingstage assistant directorstage electricianstage technicianstaging supervisorstudio administratorstudio electricianstudio managerstudio manager - broadcastingtelecasting technicianunit manager - motion pictures and broadcastingwardrobe coordinatorwardrobe master/mistresswardrobe supervisorwig hairdresser - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts

Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)

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

  • Audio and video recording technicians (See 52113 Audio and video recording technicians)View NOC 52113โ†’
  • Broadcast technicians (See 52112 Broadcast technicians)View NOC 52112โ†’
  • Film and video camera operators (See 52110 Film and video camera operators)View NOC 52110โ†’
  • Lighting designer (See 53123 Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers)View NOC 53123โ†’
  • Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators (See 53111 Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators)View NOC 53111โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 52119 (Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts)

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

Yes. Because NOC 52119 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 $33/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, Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts was categorized under NOC 5226 (Other technical and co-ordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts). In NOC 2021, it transitioned to NOC 52119 under TEER 2.
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Last verified: September 2026