Variant of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0 for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

Variant of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0 for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
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C - Other than STEM Occupations

Other than STEM occupations (Non-STEM) refer to occupations requiring knowledge and competencies in one or more areas (usually related to the occupation) other than STEM to complete central functions of a job. Fundamental STEM knowledge may be used to varying degrees to support tasks. This category includes a wide variety of occupational areas such as senior management, law, culture, recreation, operations, trades and sales. These occupational areas may require knowledge and/or expertise acquired through formal and non-formal education or training.

C5 - Other than STEM - Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport

Other than STEM occupations (Non-STEM) in art, culture, recreation and sport, refer to occupations requiring knowledge and competencies in one or more areas (usually related to the occupation) other than STEM to complete central functions of a job. Fundamental STEM knowledge may be used to varying degrees to support tasks. These occupational areas may require knowledge and/or expertise acquired through formal and non-formal education or training.

50010 - Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers

Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of libraries, archives, museums, art galleries or departments within such institutions. They are employed in libraries, archives, museums and non-retail art galleries.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • archives director
    • art gallery manager
    • assistant director of archives
    • chief librarian
    • library director
    • museum administrator
    • museum executive director

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Archivists (See 51102 Archivists)
    • Conservators and curators (See 51101 Conservators and curators)
    • Librarians (See 51100 Librarians)
    • Records management services manager (See 10019 Other administrative services managers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of a library or library system, archive or archive system, museum or art gallery or a technical department within such an institution
    • Develop and administer policies and programs
    • Prepare and administer budgets
    • Develop, promote and implement public relations and promotional programs
    • Prepare funding and grant applications and proposals
    • Prepare operational and financial reports, analyses and recommendations
    • Recruit and provide training for professional, technical and clerical staff
    • May perform the duties of a librarian, archivist or curator in smaller institutions.

    Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers may specialize in a specific type of collection.

  • Employment requirements

    Library managers

    • A graduate degree in library and information science
      and
      Several years of experience as a librarian, including supervisory experience are required.

    Archive managers

    • A graduate degree in archival science or history
      and
      Several years of experience as an archivist or in historical research, including supervisory experience are required.

    Museum and art gallery managers

    • A graduate degree related to a particular collection or a training program in arts administration
      and
      Several years of experience as a curator, conservator or artist or experience in other related museum and art gallery work are usually required.

  • Additional information

    • There is mobility between library and archive managers and between museum and art gallery managers.

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.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • ballet company director
    • book publishing manager
    • broadcasting manager
    • broadcasting station manager
    • copyright manager - publishing
    • dance company director
    • editor-in-chief
    • managing editor
    • opera company director
    • publishing manager
    • radio programming manager
    • radio station manager
    • television station manager
    • theatre company manager
    • video production company manager

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations (See 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations)
    • Publisher (See 00015 Senior managers - construction, transportation, production and utilities)
    • Senior managers - trade, broadcasting and other services (See 00014 Senior managers - trade, broadcasting and other services)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Establish procedures and implement policies in newspaper and publishing firms, in film, theatre, record and video production companies, and in radio and television stations
    • Plan and maintain production schedules for publications, films, broadcasts, and theatre, record and video productions
    • Prepare and control budgets
    • Hire and supervise staff
    • Consult with government regulatory agencies to evaluate and review programs and policies, and to ensure conformance with regulations
    • Initiate or approve development of articles, books, films, broadcasts, musical recordings and theatre productions, and liaise with authors, composers, producers and directors.

  • Employment requirements

    • 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.

50012 - Recreation, sports and fitness program and service directors

Recreation, sports and fitness program and service directors plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of comprehensive recreational, sports and fitness programs and services, national or provincial sports governing agencies and professional athletic teams. They are employed by municipalities, community and private recreational and fitness organizations, sports governing agencies and professional athletic team organizations.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • director of recreation
    • professional football team manager
    • professional hockey team manager
    • professional track and field team manager
    • sports administration director - government
    • sports association director
    • sports federation director
    • sports program director
    • YMCA (Young Men's Christian Association) programs director

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Coaches (See 53201 Coaches)
    • Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (See 54100 Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness)
    • Recreation, sports and fitness policy researchers, consultants and program officers (See 41406 Recreation, sports and fitness policy researchers, consultants and program officers)
    • Sports officials and referees (See 53202 Sports officials and referees)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of recreation, sports and fitness programs and services
    • Provide technical and professional advice on recreation, sports and fitness matters
    • Prepare budget estimates and develop policies and procedures to implement programs
    • Manage the operations of a sports governing agency
    • Organize and administer national and provincial training, coaching, officiating and other programs associated with a particular sport
    • Manage the operations of a professional athletic team
    • Recruit professional coaches and athletes
    • Direct fundraising drives and arrange for sponsorships from public and private organizations
    • Develop long range plans and negotiate business contracts.

  • Employment requirements

    • A university degree in recreology, physical education, sports administration or a related field
      or
      A college diploma in recreation management or sports administration is usually required.
    • Several years of experience in an occupation related to recreation and sports administration, consulting or programming are usually required.
    • Some directors of recreation may be required to have a Municipal Recreation Director's Certificate.
    • Executive directors of sports governing agencies may be required to have coaching certification in a particular sport.

51100 - Librarians

Librarians select, develop, organize and maintain library collections and provide advisory services for users. They are employed in libraries or other establishments with library services throughout the public and private sectors.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • bibliographer
    • cataloguer - library
    • cybrarian
    • liaison librarian
    • librarian
    • library consultant
    • library supervisor

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Elementary school librarian (See 52100 Library and public archive technicians)
    • High school librarian (See 52100 Library and public archive technicians)
    • Librarian-teacher - high school (See 41220 Secondary school teachers)
    • Library curator (See 51101 Conservators and curators)
    • Library director (See 50010 Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers)
    • Teacher-librarian - elementary school (See 41221 Elementary school and kindergarten teachers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Recommend acquisition of books, periodicals and audio-visual, interactive media and other materials for inclusion in library collection
    • Provide reference services
    • Select, classify, catalogue and weed library materials
    • Prepare bibliographies, indexes, reading lists, guides and other finding aids
    • Develop systems to access library collections
    • Perform manual, on-line and interactive media reference searches to assist users in accessing library materials and arrange for interlibrary loans
    • Develop taxonomies using various information and data sources
    • Provide specialized programs for children, seniors and other groups
    • Conduct library information and orientation training programs and tours
    • Perform related administrative duties and supervise library technicians, assistants and clerks.

  • Employment requirements

    • A master's degree in library science or a master's degree in library and information studies
      or
      a master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association is required.

  • Additional information

    • Progression to library management positions is possible with experience.

51101 - Conservators and curators

Conservators restore and conserve artifacts belonging to museums, galleries and owners of cultural property. Curators recommend the acquisition of museum artifacts and gallery works of art and research their artistic history. Conservators and curators are employed in museums, art galleries, archives, libraries, government agencies and universities. Conservators may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • art gallery conservator
    • art objects conservator
    • conservator - museum
    • curator
    • historical artifact conservator
    • natural history museum curator

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • assistant curator

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Curatorial assistant (See 53100 Registrars, restorers, interpreters and other occupations related to museum and art galleries)
    • Museum designer (See 53123 Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers)
    • Museum educator (See 11202 Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations)
    • Restaurateur - food services (See 60030 Restaurant and food service managers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Conservators

    • Examine artifacts, determine their condition, suggest methods for treating them and recommend preventive conservation techniques to their owners
    • Restore and conserve paintings, photographs, books, papers, sculptures, furniture, pottery or other museum and art gallery artifacts as per particular field of specialization
    • Provide advice on display and storage of museum and gallery artifacts to ensure proper maintenance and preservation
    • Explore new conservation and restoration techniques
    • Provide consultation to museums, art galleries or private individuals
    • Supervise conservation technicians and other museum technicians.

    Curators

    • Recommend the acquisition of paintings, photographs, sculptures, documents and other museum and art gallery artifacts
    • Conduct research into objects' methods of construction techniques, structure and materials to understand its physical and chemical makeup
    • Develop storylines and themes and organize displays and exhibitions
    • Coordinate the storage of collections and the setting up of displays and exhibitions
    • Oversee the conservation, display and circulation of collections
    • Supervise curatorial assistants and other museum technicians.

  • Employment requirements

    • Conservators require a master's degree in art conservation or completion of a two-year college program in conservation technology and several years of experience in conservation work.
    • Conservators may be accredited by the Canadian Association of Professional Conservators.
    • Curators require a master's or bachelor's degree in museology, art history or a field related to their specific area of work.

  • Additional information

    • Progression to museum or art gallery management positions is possible with experience.
    • Conservators and curators may specialize in a particular type of collection or material, such as furniture, weapons, books, paintings and musical instruments.

51102 - Archivists

Archivists manage, process, store and disseminate information contained in an organization's archives. They acquire, store and research textual material, pictures, maps, architectural documents, electronic materials, films and videos, and sound recordings and multimedia materials. They are employed in archives, in the public and para-public sectors and in private sector organizations.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • archivist
    • historical archivist
    • multimedia archivist

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • assistant archivist

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Archive assistant (See 52100 Library and public archive technicians)
    • Librarians (See 51100 Librarians)
    • Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers (See 50010 Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers)
    • Medical archivist (See 12111 Health information management occupations)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Develop policies and procedures for managing current and semicurrent archives, in particular corporate cataloguing systems, records scheduling and disposal, and finding aids
    • Design programs for managing, disseminating and storing archives of all types (documents, photographs, maps, audio-visual materials, manuscripts, etc.)
    • Plan the computerized management of archives and the management of electronic archives
    • Appraise and acquire archival materials to build and develop an archival collection for research purposes
    • Authenticate documents and records, and research the origins and significance of archival materials
    • Organize noncurrent archives and develop cataloguing and retrieval systems to allow access to archival materials
    • Assist people with their searches.

  • Employment requirements

    • A bachelor's degree with a minor in archival studies
      or
      A university degree with a certificate in archival studies is required.
    • A master's degree in archival studies, archival studies and information science, library science or history may be required.

  • Additional information

    • Progression to archive management positions is possible with experience.

51110 - Editors

Editors review, evaluate and edit manuscripts, articles, news reports and other material for publication, broadcast or interactive media and coordinate the activities of writers, journalists and other staff. They are employed by publishing firms, magazines, journals, newspapers, radio and television networks and stations, and by companies and government departments that produce publications such as newsletters, handbooks, manuals and Web sites. Editors may also work on a freelance basis.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • advertising editor
    • associate editor
    • contributing editor
    • copy editor
    • editor
    • editorial consultant
    • literary editor
    • manuscript editor
    • medical editor
    • news editor
    • news service editor
    • sports editor
    • technical editor

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Authors and writers (See 51111 Authors and writers (except technical))
    • Editorial assistant (See 14301 Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks)
    • Film editor (See 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations)
    • Journalists (See 51113 Journalists)
    • Managing editor (See 50011 Managers - publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts)
    • Map editor (See 22214 Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology)
    • Sound editor (See 52113 Audio and video recording technicians)
    • Translator-reviser (See 51114 Translators, terminologists and interpreters)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Evaluate suitability of manuscripts, articles, news copy and wire service dispatches for publication, broadcast or electronic media and recommend or make changes in content, style and organization
    • Read and edit copy to be published or broadcast to detect and correct errors in spelling, grammar and syntax, and shorten or lengthen copy as space or time requires
    • Confer with authors, staff writers, reporters and others regarding revisions to copy
    • Plan and implement layout or format of copy according to space or time allocations and significance of copy
    • Plan and coordinate activities of staff and assure production deadlines are met
    • Plan coverage of upcoming events and assign work accordingly
    • Write or prepare introductions, marketing and promotional materials, bibliographic references, indexes and other text
    • May negotiate royalties with authors and arrange for payment of freelance staff.

    Editors may specialize in a particular subject area, such as news, sports or features, or in a particular type of publication, such as books, magazines, newspapers or manuals.

  • Employment requirements

    • A bachelor's degree in English, French, journalism or a related discipline is usually required.
    • Several years of experience in journalism, writing, publishing or a related field are usually required.
    • Membership in the Editors Association of Canada may be required.
    • Editors who specialize in a specific subject matter may be required to have training in that subject.

  • Additional information

    • Progression to supervisory and management positions, such as editor-in-chief or managing editor, is possible with experience.

51111 - Authors and writers (except technical)

Authors and writers plan, research and write books, scripts, storyboards, plays, essays, speeches and other non-journalistic articles for publication or presentation. They are employed by advertising agencies, governments, large corporations, private consulting firms, publishing firms, multimedia/new-media companies and other establishments, or they may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • advertising copywriter
    • copywriter
    • essayist
    • interactive media writer
    • literary writer
    • novelist
    • playwright
    • poet
    • script writer
    • speech writer
    • writer

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Editors (See 51110 Editors)
    • Journalists (See 51113 Journalists)
    • Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations (See 11202 Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations)
    • Songwriter (See 51121 Conductors, composers and arrangers)
    • Technical writers (See 51112 Technical writers)
    • Translators, terminologists and interpreters (See 51114 Translators, terminologists and interpreters)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Novelists, playwrights, script writers, poets and other creative writers

    • Conceive and write novels, plays, scripts, poetry and other material for publication or presentation
    • May conduct research to establish factual content and to obtain other necessary information.

    Content writers (non-technical)

    • Write e-copy, blog posts, e-books, podcasts and other forms of Web-based content
    • Conduct research on a variety of topics to inform writing and may consult with clients to determine the goals of the writing.

    Copywriters

    • Study and determine selling features of products and services and write text for advertisements and commercials.

    Authors and writers may specialize in a particular subject or type of writing.

  • Employment requirements

    • Copywriters usually require a university degree or college diploma in French, English, marketing, advertising or another discipline.
    • Creative writing programs are offered by universities and colleges.
    • Talent and ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, are important hiring criteria.
    • Membership in a guild or union related to the occupation may be required.

51112 - Technical writers

Technical writers write manuals and specifications for publication or presentation. They are employed by governments, large corporations, private consulting firms, publishing firms, and other establishments, or they may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • medical writer
    • scientific writer
    • technical writer

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Authors and writers (See 51111 Authors and writers (except technical))
    • Editors (See 51110 Editors)
    • Journalists (See 51113 Journalists)
    • Songwriter (See 51121 Conductors, composers and arrangers)
    • Translators, terminologists and interpreters (See 51114 Translators, terminologists and interpreters)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Analyze material, such as specifications, notes and drawings
    • Conduct interviews and research to gather information on a specific field
    • Write, review and update manuals, user guides and other documents to provide instruction and to explain clearly and concisely the installation, operation and maintenance of software and electronic, mechanical and other equipment
    • Develop and maintain help documentation
    • May design and develop training course material
    • May help create content for software products, such as on-screen instructions and error messages.

  • Employment requirements

    • A university degree in the area of specialization, such as computer science or engineering is usually required.

51113 - Journalists

Journalists research, investigate, interpret and communicate news and public affairs through newspapers, television, radio and other media. They are employed by radio and television networks and stations, newspapers and magazines. Journalists may also work on a freelance basis.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • book reviewer
    • broadcast journalist
    • columnist
    • correspondent
    • cyberjournalist
    • investigative reporter
    • journalist
    • network reporter
    • news commentator
    • newspaper critic
    • reporter

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Announcers and other broadcasters (See 52114 Announcers and other broadcasters)
    • Authors and writers (See 51111 Authors and writers (except technical))
    • Editors (See 51110 Editors)
    • Photojournalist (See 53110 Photographers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Collect local, national and international news through interviews, investigation and observation
    • Write news stories for publication and broadcast
    • Receive, analyze and verify news and other copy for accuracy
    • Arrange for and conduct interviews as part of research and for radio and television programs
    • Research and report on developments in specialized fields such as medicine, science and technology
    • Prepare regular feature columns and stories on specialized topics
    • Write editorials and commentaries on topics of current interest to stimulate public interest and express the views of a publication or broadcasting station
    • Write critical reviews of literary, musical and other artistic works based on knowledge, judgement and experience.

    Journalists may specialize in print, broadcast or Webcast media, in particular issues such as political affairs or entertainment news, or in a particular geographic area.

  • Employment requirements

    • A university degree or college diploma in journalism or a related field such as communications is usually required.

  • Additional information

    • Experienced reporters may advance to editorial positions (print media) or become producers (broadcast media).

51114 - Translators, terminologists and interpreters

Translators translate written material from one language to another. Interpreters translate oral communication from one language to another during speeches, meetings, conferences, debates and conversation, or in court or before administrative tribunals. Terminologists conduct research to itemize terms connected with a certain field, define them and find equivalents in another language. Sign language interpreters use sign language to translate spoken language and vice versa during meetings, conversations, television programs or in other instances. Translators, terminologists and interpreters are employed by government, private translation and interpretation agencies, in-house translation services, large private corporations, international organizations and the media, or they may be self-employed. Sign language interpreters work in schools and courts, and for social service agencies, interpretation services, government services and television stations, or they may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • community interpreter
    • conference interpreter
    • court interpreter
    • interpreter
    • legal terminologist
    • literary translator
    • localiser - linguistics
    • medical terminologist
    • sign language interpreter
    • terminologist
    • translator
    • translator adaptor
    • translator-reviser

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • cultural interpreter
    • transliterator

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Authors and writers (See 51111 Authors and writers (except technical))
    • Editors (See 51110 Editors)
    • Language school instructor (See 41210 College and other vocational instructors)
    • Linguist (See 41409 Other professional occupations in social science)
    • Utility locator (See 74204 Utility maintenance workers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Translators and translator-revisers

    • Translate a variety of written material such as correspondence, reports, legal documents, technical specifications and textbooks from one language to another, maintaining the content, context and style of the original material to the greatest extent possible
    • Localize software and accompanying technical documents to adapt them to another language and culture
    • Revise and correct translated material
    • May train and supervise other translators.

    Terminologists

    • Identify the terminology used in a field of activity
    • Conduct terminological research on a given subject or in response to inquiries for the preparation of glossaries, terminology banks, technological files, dictionaries, lexicons and resource centres, and add to terminological databases
    • Manage, update and circulate linguistic information collected from terminological databases
    • Provide consultative services to translators, interpreters and technical writers preparing legal, scientific or other documents that require specialized terminologies.

    Interpreters

    • Interpret oral communication from one language to another aloud or using electronic equipment, either simultaneously (as the speaker speaks), consecutively (after the speaker speaks) or whispered (speaking in a low whisper to one or two persons as the speaker is talking)
    • Provide interpretation services in court or before administrative tribunals
    • May interpret language for individuals and small groups travelling in Canada and abroad
    • May interpret for persons speaking an Aboriginal or foreign language in a variety of circumstances
    • May train other interpreters.

    Translators, terminologists and interpreters specialize in two languages, such as French and English, the official languages of Canada. They may also specialize in another language and one of the official languages. The main areas of specialization include administrative, literary, scientific and technical translation. Interpreters may specialize in court, parliamentary or conference interpretation.

    Sign language interpreters

    • Translate sign language to a spoken language and vice versa either simultaneously or consecutively.

    Sign language interpreters work in French and Langue des signes québécoise (LSQ) or in English and American Sign Language (ASL).

  • Employment requirements

    • A university degree in translation with a specialization in translation, interpretation or terminology in two languages including at least one of the two official languages
      or
      A university degree in a related discipline such as languages, linguistics, philology and courses in linguistic transfer and two years' experience as a full-time translator working in two languages, at least one of which is an official language
      or
      Five years of experience as a full-time translator working in two languages, at least one of which is an official language, are required.
    • Sign language interpreters require a college training program or a university certificate in sign language interpretation.
    • Certification on dossier or by examination from the Canadian Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters Council (CTTIC) may be required for translators, terminologists and interpreters.
    • Sign language interpreters may require a certificate or certification evaluation in LSQ or ASL.
    • Fluency in three languages is usually required for translators or interpreters working in an international context.
    • Membership in a provincial or territorial association of translators, interpreters and terminologists may be required.
    • Membership in a provincial association of sign language interpreters may be required.
    • Use of professional titles may be regulated in some provinces.

51120 - Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations

Producers, directors, choreographers and professionals in related occupations oversee and control the technical and artistic aspects of film, television, video game, radio, dance and theatre productions. They are employed by film production companies, radio and television stations, video game companies, broadcast departments, advertising companies, sound recording studios, record production companies and dance companies. They may also be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • artistic director - motion picture
    • choreographer
    • cyber-choreographer
    • director - motion picture
    • director of photography
    • filmmaker
    • multimedia audio producer
    • producer - performing arts
    • producer-director
    • radio producer
    • record producer
    • stage director - performing arts
    • technical director - broadcasting
    • television producer

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • film editor
    • video illustrator - multimedia work

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Managers - publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts (See 50011 Managers - publishing, motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts)
    • Photographers and support occupations in arts and culture(5311)
    • Technical occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts(5211)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Film, radio, television and video game producers

    • Plan, organize and control the various stages and scheduling involved in the production of presentations, motion pictures, television shows and radio programs; engage directors and other production personnel and supervise all technical personnel, and determine the treatment, scope and scheduling of production; maintain production archives, negotiate royalties and may plan and control the budget pertaining to a particular production.

    Directors

    • Interpret scripts and direct the mise-en-scène; select and direct the actors, extras and technical crew; advise the cast and crew on the interpretation and delivery of the performance; direct rehearsals, filmings, broadcasts and performances; and confer with crew and specialists throughout production and post-production to achieve desired presentation.

    Choreographers

    • Create dances for film, theatre and television performances that convey stories, ideas and moods, and direct rehearsals for dancers to achieve desired interpretation.

    Art directors

    • Plan, organize and direct the artistic aspects of motion pictures, video games, stage productions and television shows by overseeing the design of sets, costumes, furnishings and props to create portrayals of period and setting.

    Film editors

    • Edit motion picture film and arrange film segments into sequences to achieve continuity and desired dramatic, comedic and thematic effects.

    Record producers

    • Plan and coordinate the production of musical recordings, direct musicians and singers during rehearsals and recordings and manage technicians involved in duplicating, dubbing and mastering of recordings.

    Directors of photography

    • Coordinate and direct the photography of motion pictures, supervise camera operators and other crews and determine lighting, lenses, camera angles, backgrounds and other elements to achieve desired visual effect.

  • Employment requirements

    Producers, directors and film editors

    • A university degree or college diploma in the performing arts, broadcasting, journalism, business administration, theatre production or film studies and experience in a technical or production occupation in motion pictures, broadcasting or theatre are usually required.

    Choreographers

    • A university degree or college diploma in dance, or a period of study at a school of dance and extensive training with a dance company are usually required.

    Record producers

    • A university degree or college diploma in music or the recording arts and experience in a technical or production occupation in the recording arts are usually required.

    Directors of photography

    • A university degree or college diploma in film studies or cinematography and experience in camera operation or another technical occupation in video or motion picture production are usually required.

    Demonstrated creative ability is required for all occupations in this unit group.

  • Additional information

    • Membership in a related guild or union may be required.

51121 - Conductors, composers and arrangers

Conductors, composers and arrangers conduct bands and orchestras, compose musical works and arrange instrumental and vocal compositions. They are employed by symphony and chamber orchestras, bands, choirs, sound recording companies, and orchestras for ballet and opera performances, or they may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • arranger
    • bandmaster
    • choir director
    • composer
    • conductor
    • music adapter
    • orchestrator
    • singer-songwriter-composer
    • songwriter

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • artistic director - music
    • lyricist
    • musical director

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Musicians and singers (See 51122 Musicians and singers)
    • Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations (See 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Conductors

    • Select and interpret musical works and lead bands, orchestras and choirs during rehearsals and performances.

    Composers

    • Create musical compositions such as television and film scores, theme music, songs, symphonies and music for interactive products such as video games.

    Arrangers

    • Adapt and modify musical compositions to convey desired themes and to suit particular instrumental and vocal performances.

    Conductors, composers and arrangers usually specialize in a particular genre of music such as classical, country, jazz or popular music.

  • Employment requirements

    • A university degree in music or completion of a program at a music academy, conservatory or school of music is usually required.
    • A period of specialized study related to conducting, composing or arranging is usually required.
    • Experience as a musician is required.
    • Musical and creative talent and ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, are important hiring criteria.

  • Additional information

    • Composers often work as arrangers.

51122 - Musicians and singers

Musicians and singers perform with orchestras, choirs, opera companies and popular bands in establishments such as concert halls, lounges and theatres and in film, television and recording studios. This unit group also includes music teachers who usually teach in conservatories, academies and private homes.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • accompanist
    • church organist
    • guitar player
    • instrumentalist
    • music teacher - musicians
    • musician
    • opera singer
    • percussionist
    • recording artist
    • rock singer
    • singer
    • vocalist

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Conductors, composers and arrangers (See 51121 Conductors, composers and arrangers)
    • Music professor - university (See 41200 University professors and lecturers)
    • Music teacher - elementary school (See 41221 Elementary school and kindergarten teachers)
    • Music teacher - secondary school (See 41220 Secondary school teachers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Musicians

    • Play one or more instruments as soloists or as members of a musical group before audiences or for recording purposes.

    Singers

    • Sing musical arrangements as soloists or as members of vocal groups before audiences or for recording purposes.

    Teachers of music or voice

    • Teach technique, interpretation and music theory to students through private or group lessons.

    Musicians and singers usually specialize in specific genres of music such as classical, country, ethnic, jazz, opera or popular music.

  • Employment requirements

    • Musical training from a university or college or through private instruction is usually required.
    • Members of orchestras and other professional classical musicians and singers usually require a university degree in music.
    • Musical 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.

52100 - Library and public archive technicians

Library and public archive technicians assist users in accessing library or archive resources, assist in describing new acquisitions, participate in archive processing and storage, and conduct reference searches. They are employed by libraries and public archives.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • archive technician
    • library technician
    • technical indexer - library

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • archive assistant
    • archive attendant
    • elementary school librarian
    • secondary school librarian

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Archivists (See 51102 Archivists)
    • Librarians (See 51100 Librarians)
    • Library assistants and clerks (See 14300 Library assistants and clerks)
    • Records management technicians (See 12112 Records management technicians)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Library technicians

    • Assist library users in accessing books, films, photographs, maps, documents, electronic materials and other library materials
    • Catalogue new library acquisitions under the direction of a librarian
    • Perform manual and on-line reference searches and make interlibrary loans for users
    • Assist librarians in giving tours and providing children's and other specialized library programs.

    Public archive technicians

    • Assist in developing inventories, forms and finding aids
    • Implement and update classification plans and records scheduling and disposal plans
    • Apply standards and policies for storage of records and archival materials
    • Codify and classify archival materials
    • Put archival materials on microfilm or in databases
    • Transfer materials from current to semi-current status or put into permanent storage
    • Purge, sort, reduce and sample archives
    • Research and retrieve archival materials
    • Participate in instructing and assisting users
    • Ensure that proper procedures are followed in the use of computerized document management systems.

  • Employment requirements

    • Library technicians usually require completion of a two- to three-year college program in library and information technology.
    • Public archive technicians require completion of a college diploma or certificate program in archive and document management technology.

52110 - Film and video camera operators

Film and video camera operators operate motion picture and video cameras and related equipment to record news, live events, films, videos and television broadcasts. They are employed by television networks and stations, motion picture and video production companies and in-house communications facilities of large corporations.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • assistant camera operator
    • camera operator
    • electronic news gathering (ENG) camera operator
    • film camera operator
    • motion picture camera operator
    • studio camera operator
    • television camera operator
    • video camera operator

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Audio and video recording technicians (See 52113 Audio and video recording technicians)
    • Audiovisual (AV) assistant (See 53111 Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators)
    • Director of photography (See 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations)
    • Filmmaker (See 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations)
    • Photographers (See 53110 Photographers)
    • Video artist (See 53122 Painters, sculptors and other visual artists)
    • Video transmission operator (See 52112 Broadcast technicians)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Meet with director and senior members of camera crew to discuss assignment and determine filming sequences, camera movements and picture composition
    • Select and set up camera equipment to be used and attach lens, filters and film magazine to camera
    • Adjust focus, exposure, lighting and other camera settings
    • Operate film or video camera to record news, live events, films, videos and television broadcasts
    • Label and record contents of exposed film, and complete report sheets
    • Test, maintain and store equipment.

  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of a college or technical program in broadcasting, audio-visual technology or a related field
      and
      Experience as an assistant camera operator are usually required.
    • Creative and technical ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work and experience, may be required.

  • Additional information

    • Progression to supervisory or director of photography positions is possible with additional training and experience.

52111 - Graphic arts technicians

Graphic arts technicians assist in conceptualizing a project, interpreting design specifications or sketches, preparing the page make-up, lay-out and lettering, and preparing production materials for press, electronic or multimedia publishing. They are employed by publishing, communications, advertising, marketing, printing and multimedia establishments, and by television and film production companies. They may also be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • animated cartoon technician
    • animation painter
    • computer graphics technician
    • graphics technician
    • multimedia graphic design technician

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • animation camera operator
    • poster painter

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Camera, platemaking and other prepress occupations (See 94151 Camera, platemaking and other prepress occupations)
    • Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks (See 14301 Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks)
    • Desktop publishing (DTP) specialist (See 14112 Desktop publishing operators and related occupations)
    • Graphic designers and illustrators (See 52120 Graphic designers and illustrators)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Review the graphic designer's instructions
    • Produce or assist in developing and producing design concepts
    • Capture elements such as titles, text, drawings, illustrations, graphics, lettering and colour harmonization, using a computer
    • Produce computerized images and drawings
    • Digitize images using peripherals and transform them using retouching systems, graphic palettes or specialized software
    • Perform the layout, page make-up and placement using the conceptual mock-ups provided
    • Produce proofs and camera-ready materials and prepare film and any other prepress materials
    • Paint or ink individual cells of 2-D or 3-D animated drawings according to animator's specifications using an electronic palette
    • Lay out, draw or paint letters, figures, logos and designs for windows, advertisements, billboards, vehicles, books and publications using specialized software or painting equipment
    • Work in an interdisciplinary environment.

  • Employment requirements

    • A college diploma in commercial or graphic arts, computer graphics or animated design is required.
    • Experience or training in multimedia design at a post-secondary, college or technical institution may be required.
    • Creative ability and artistic talent, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, are required.

  • Additional information

    • Progression to graphic designer positions is possible with experience or supplementary training.

52112 - Broadcast technicians

Broadcast technicians install, set up, test, operate and repair electronic equipment used to record and transmit live and taped radio and television programs and to produce audio and video streaming broadcasts for the Internet. They are employed by radio and television broadcasting networks and stations, by broadcast equipment companies and by Internet-based communication providers.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • broadcast technician
    • broadcast transmitter operator
    • broadcasting switcher
    • master control room (MCR) equipment operator - broadcasting
    • master control room (MCR) technician - broadcasting
    • mobile broadcasting equipment operator
    • regional transmitter technician
    • short-wave receiving station technician
    • video transmission operator

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • broadcast engineer

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Audio and video recording technicians (See 52113 Audio and video recording technicians)
    • Film and video camera operators (See 52110 Film and video camera operators)
    • Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts (See 52119 Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Monitor broadcast quality of live and taped radio and television programs
    • Operate and monitor radio and television broadcasting systems to broadcast, receive signals and to regulate clarity and range of sounds and colours of recordings or broadcasts
    • Operate broadcast equipment to produce audio and video streaming broadcasts for the Internet
    • Make emergency repairs to equipment and substitute programs in case of signal failure
    • Maintain, install and troubleshoot a wide variety of broadcast hardware and software
    • Set up and operate consoles to pick up and select feed sources from different locations and to air radio or television programs and commercials
    • May supervise other broadcast technicians.

  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of a college program in broadcast technology or electronics is usually required.
    • Senior and supervisory positions in this unit group require experience.

52113 - Audio and video recording technicians

Audio and video recording technicians operate equipment to record, mix and edit sound, music and videotape, for motion pictures, television and radio programs, videos, recordings and live events. They are employed by multimedia companies, film, video and concert production companies, sound recording firms, theatre and dance companies, educational establishments, clubs, hotels, bands, radio stations, television networks and video production and editing companies.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • audiovisual (AV) technician
    • multimedia sound technician
    • postproduction technician
    • recording engineer
    • recording studio technician
    • sound effects editor
    • sound mixer
    • sound technician
    • video and sound recorder
    • video recording technician

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • audio engineer - recording studio
    • electronic news gathering (ENG) editor
    • public address (P.A.) system operator
    • radio technician
    • sound engineer

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Broadcast technicians (See 52112 Broadcast technicians)
    • Film and video camera operators (See 52110 Film and video camera operators)
    • Film editor (See 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations)
    • Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts (See 52119 Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts)
    • Recording assistant - recording studio (See 53111 Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Set up, prepare, operate and adjust audio, recording, editing and reproducing equipment to record, edit and reproduce sound input or feed of pre-recorded material from tapes, records, compact discs, digital audio devices, and input from live microphones, satellites or microwave trucks for films, videos, radio and television programs and recordings
    • Prepare and operate videotape recording and playback equipment to record videos, television programs, concerts and live events, and to edit video tape after production
    • Operate electronic equipment to generate program titles, credits, sub-titles, graphic backgrounds or animation for television programs
    • Operate audio consoles or computers, tape machines, microphones and sound processing equipment to mix, combine and edit music and sound at concerts and live events
    • Operate dubbing machines to play back edited dialogue, music and sound effect tracks from different sources, in synchronization with motion picture film
    • May supervise and coordinate the work of other audio and video recording technicians.

  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of a college or other program in recording engineering, audiovisual technology or a related field
      or
      experience as a recording studio assistant is usually required.
    • Senior occupations in this unit group, such as recording and sound engineers, require experience.

52114 - Announcers and other broadcasters

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.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • announcer
    • broadcaster
    • disc jockey (DJ) - broadcast
    • news reader
    • radio host/hostess
    • sports announcer
    • talk show host/hostess
    • television host/hostess

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • master of ceremonies (MC)
    • public address (P.A.) system announcer
    • traffic reporter
    • weather reporter

  • Exclusion(s)

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

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Select and introduce music, videos and other entertainment material for broadcast, and make commercial and public service announcements
    • Act as host/hostess or master of ceremonies, introduce and interview guests and conduct proceedings of shows or programs
    • Read news, sports and weather for radio and television
    • Report on weather conditions using information provided by weather forecasting services
    • Report on traffic conditions by maintaining contact with external sources of information or by observing traffic from air or land vehicle
    • May present own material or material prepared by others.

  • Employment requirements

    • 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.

  • Additional information

    • Movement to occupations in journalism is possible for those with an educational background in journalism or a related field.

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

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.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • costumier
    • gaffer
    • key grip
    • lighting technician
    • make-up artist - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts
    • program coordinator - broadcasting
    • property master - broadcasting
    • settings shop foreman/woman
    • special effects technician
    • stage manager
    • stunt coordinator
    • theatre technician

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • machinist-electrician
    • stage electrician

  • Exclusion(s)

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

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Floor managers

    • Coordinate the work of camera operators and other technical staff, and cue announcers, actors and performers during news broadcasts and television program tapings.

    Key grips

    • Supervise grips, gaffers and stagehands who rig, place, move and dismantle lights, sets, backdrops, scenery and other stage equipment.

    Gaffers and lighting technicians

    • Set up, operate and make repairs to lights and other electrical equipment in studios and on sets and stages.

    Stunt coordinators and special effects technicians

    • Design and coordinate special effects such as fires, explosions and crashes.

    Make-up artists

    • Apply cosmetic and special effects make-up on actors and other performers.

    Costumiers

    • Study scripts to determine the necessary costumes and oversee the acquisition, fitting and maintenance of costumes.

    Settings shop foremen and property masters

    • Assist in preparing the construction specifications for sets
    • Identify and list the necessary props and place them during rehearsals and performances.

  • Employment requirements

    • 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.

  • Additional information

    • There may be an overlap in duties among occupations in this unit group, depending on the size of the production or broadcasting studio.

52120 - Graphic designers and illustrators

Graphic designers conceptualize and produce graphic art and visual materials to effectively communicate information for publications, advertising, films, packaging, posters, signs and interactive media such as Web sites and CDs. They are employed by advertising and graphic design firms, by establishments with advertising or communications departments and by multimedia production companies, or they may be self-employed. Graphic designers who are also supervisors, project managers or consultants are included in this unit group. Illustrators conceptualize and create illustrations to represent information through images. They are almost solely self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • 3D animation artist
    • advertising designer
    • animator - animated films
    • bank note designer
    • cartoonist
    • commercial artist
    • graphic artist
    • graphic designer
    • graphic designer - multimedia
    • illustrator
    • layout designer
    • medical illustrator
    • multimedia illustrator
    • scientific illustrator

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Advertising manager (See 10022 Advertising, marketing and public relations managers)
    • Graphic arts technicians (See 52111 Graphic arts technicians)
    • Interior designers and interior decorators (See 52121 Interior designers and interior decorators)
    • Painters, sculptors and other visual artists (See 53122 Painters, sculptors and other visual artists)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Graphic designers

    • Consult with clients to establish the overall look, graphic elements and content of communications materials in order to meet their needs
    • Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication
    • Develop the graphic elements that meet the clients' objectives
    • Prepare sketches, layouts and graphic elements of the subjects to be rendered using traditional tools, multimedia software and image processing, layout and design software
    • Estimate cost of materials and time to complete graphic design
    • Use existing photo and illustration banks and typography guides or hire an illustrator or photographer to produce images that meet clients' communications needs
    • Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers
    • Coordinate all aspects of production for print, audio-visual or electronic materials, such as Web sites, CDs and interactive terminals
    • Coordinate sub-contracting
    • Work in a multidisciplinary environment
    • Supervise other graphic designers or graphic arts technicians.

    Illustrators

    • Consult with clients to determine the nature and content of illustrations in order to meet their communications needs
    • Develop and produce realistic or representational sketches and final illustrations, by hand or using computer-assisted design (CAD) software, for printed materials such as books, magazines, packaging, greeting cards and stationery
    • Assist in developing storyboards for electronic productions such as multimedia, interactive and digital products and television advertising and productions
    • Produce 2-D and 3-D animated drawings or computer illustrations
    • May adapt existing illustrations.

    Illustrators may specialize in a particular field such as illustrations for children, advertising, editorials, humour, or medical, scientific or technical illustration, or multimedia design.

  • Employment requirements

    • A university degree in visual arts with specialization in graphic design, commercial art, graphic communications or cartooning
      or
      completion of a college diploma program in graphic arts is required.
    • Experience or training in multimedia design at a post-secondary, college or technical institution may be required.
    • In addition to the arts, training in biology, engineering, architecture or a scientific field is usually required for medical, technical and scientific illustrators.
    • Creative ability and artistic talent, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, are required for graphic designers and illustrators.

  • Additional information

    • Progression to management or senior design positions is possible with experience.
    • The title "registered graphic designer" is recognized by law in Ontario.

52121 - Interior designers and interior decorators

Interior designers and interior decorators conceptualize and produce aesthetic, functional and safe designs for interior spaces in residential, commercial, cultural, institutional and industrial buildings. They are employed by architectural and interior design firms, retail establishments, construction companies, hospitals, airlines, hotel and restaurant chains, and other establishments, or they may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • aircraft interior designer
    • interior decorator
    • interior design technician
    • interior designer
    • kitchen designer
    • office space planner
    • retail space planner

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • home staging consultant
    • space management consultant

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Graphic designers and illustrators (See 52120 Graphic designers and illustrators)
    • Industrial designers (See 22211 Industrial designers)
    • Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (See 73112 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators))
    • Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers (See 53123 Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Consult with clients to determine needs, preferences, safety requirements and purpose of space
    • Develop detailed plans and 3-D models showing arrangement of walls, dividers, displays, lighting and other fixtures using computer-assisted design (CAD) software and graphics software
    • Develop plans, elevations, cross sections and detailed drawings, and advise on selection of colours, finishes and materials, floor and wall coverings, window treatments, interior and exterior lighting, furniture and other items, taking into account ergonomic and occupational health standards
    • Estimate costs and materials required and may advise on leasing, real estate and marketing
    • Prepare plans and specifications for the final interior designs in accordance with current practices and codes
    • Work in a multidisciplinary environment
    • May direct site work crews and subcontractors.

    Interior designers are experts in the area of interior architecture, construction materials and building codes. They may specialize in designing interiors for residential, commercial, institutional, cultural and industrial buildings and for aircraft, ships or trains, trade shows and exhibitions.

    Interior decorators may specialize in decorating residential or commercial interior spaces, home staging, colour consulting and home organizing.

  • Employment requirements

    Interior designers

    • A university degree or college diploma in interior design is usually required.
    • The National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) examination may be required after six years of combined study and experience.
    • Certification by a provincial institute or association is required to use protected titles related to interior designers in all provinces except Prince Edward Island.

    Interior decorators

    • A college certificate or diploma in interior decoration is usually required.
    • Membership in the Canadian Decorators' Association is available to qualified decorators.

53100 - Registrars, restorers, interpreters and other occupations related to museum and art galleries

Registrars, restorers, interpreters and workers in other occupations related to museums and art galleries classify and catalogue museum artifacts and gallery works of art, construct and install exhibits and displays, restore, maintain and store museum and gallery collections, frame artwork, and perform other functions in support of curatorial and conservation activities. They are employed in museums and galleries. Picture framers and taxidermists may also be employed in retail settings or may be self-employed. This unit group also includes museum and other interpreters who conduct guided tours. They are employed by art galleries, museums, parks, aquariums, zoos, interpretive centres, botanical gardens, cultural centres, nature sanctuaries, historic and heritage sites, and other locations.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • art gallery preparator
    • conservation technician - museums and art galleries
    • heritage interpreter
    • museology technician
    • museum extension officer
    • museum objects cataloguer
    • museum registrar
    • museum technician
    • paintings restoration technician
    • picture framer - museum and art gallery
    • restoration technician - museum
    • taxidermist

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • historical interpreter
    • museum interpreter
    • nature site interpreter
    • zoo interpreter

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Assistant museum curator (See 51101 Conservators and curators)
    • Museum exhibit designer (See 53123 Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers)
    • Tour and travel guides (See 64320 Tour and travel guides)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Conservation and restoration technicians

    • Assist in the restoration and conservation of artifacts under the direction of a conservator.

    Preparators and picture framers

    • Construct displays and dioramas, build models, install artifacts in displays and prepare artifacts for storage and shipping
    • Fabricate custom frames, measure and cut mats, mat enhancements and glass, and mount paintings, photographs and other art work.

    Museum interpreters

    • Conduct tours of museums, gallery exhibitions and historical, heritage and other sites, answer inquiries and provide information concerning exhibits or sites.

    Curatorial assistants, museum extension officers, museology technicians and museum registrars and cataloguers

    • Assist in the research, handling and storage of artifacts
    • Assist with the planning and development of travelling exhibitions and special events
    • Protect and care for cultural artifacts and collections during exhibitions, while in transit and in storage
    • Classify and assign registration numbers to artifacts and supervise inventory control.

    Taxidermists

    • Prepare, stuff and mount skins of animals for preservation, scientific or display purposes.

  • Employment requirements

    • Registrars, cataloguers and interpreters may require a university degree in a field related to museum and gallery work.
    • For other occupations in this unit group, completion of a college program in museum technology or conservation technology
      or
      completion of other technical or on-the-job training programs related to the work are required.

  • Additional information

    • Museum interpreters may require specific scientific or academic credentials for employment by some museums, nature centres or other sites.
    • Technical museum and gallery workers may specialize in a specific type of collection.

53110 - Photographers

Photographers operate still cameras to photograph people, events, scenes, materials, products and other subjects. They are employed by photographic studios, newspapers, magazines, museums and government, or they may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • aerial photographer
    • commercial photographer
    • forensic photographer
    • industrial photographer
    • photographer
    • portrait photographer
    • scientific photographer

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • multimedia picture illustrator
    • photojournalist
    • police photographer

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Film and video camera operators (See 52110 Film and video camera operators)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Study requirements of a particular assignment and decide on type of camera, film, lighting and background accessories to be used
    • Determine picture composition, make technical adjustments to equipment and photograph subject
    • May operate scanners to transfer photographic images to computers
    • May operate computers to manipulate photographic images
    • May adapt existing photographic images and create new digitized images to be included in multimedia/new media products
    • May use delicate instruments, such as optical microscopes attached to cameras
    • May process exposed film
    • May use airbrush, computer or other techniques to retouch negatives
    • Medical photographers may work closely with medical illustrators.

    Photographers may specialize in areas such as portrait photography, commercial photography, scientific photography, forensic photography, medical photography, digitized photography, multimedia photography or photojournalism.

  • Employment requirements

    • A bachelor's degree in visual arts with specialization in photography
      or
      Completion of specialized training in photography in high school, college or specialized training schools
      or
      Extensive on-the-job training under the supervision of a photographer is required.
    • Experience in, or knowledge of computerized photography or digital imaging may be required.
    • Creative and technical ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, are required.

53111 - Motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and performing arts assistants and operators

Assistants and operators in motion pictures, broadcasting, photography and the performing arts perform duties related to these fields. They are employed by television and radio stations and networks, recording studios, motion picture and video production companies and by theatre and stage companies.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • boom grip
    • camera crane operator
    • dresser - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts
    • lighting assistant
    • production assistant
    • prompter
    • props person
    • script assistant
    • set builder
    • special effects assistant
    • spotlight operator
    • stagehand

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • motion picture projectionist
    • projectionist

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Audio and video recording technicians (See 52113 Audio and video recording technicians)
    • Broadcast technicians (See 52112 Broadcast technicians)
    • Film and video camera operators (See 52110 Film and video camera operators)
    • Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts (See 52119 Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Camera crane operators

    • Set up, assemble, adjust, maintain and replace reels and projector equipment; detect and repair mechanical and electrical problems; and change and install an electronic control panel using automated equipment.

    Motion picture projectionists

    • Check the condition of the copy; set up and load film reels on movie theatre projection systems, adjust focus, sound levels and other projector and theatre settings; and maintain projection equipment.

    Props persons and set builders

    • Assemble, repair, place, build and oversee props.

    Script assistants

    • Distribute scripts to actors; keep detailed notes of all actions, positions and camera angles; and photograph and date scenes.

    Grips and riggers

    • Rig, place, move and dismantle sets, backdrops, scenery and other stage equipment.

    Dressers

    • Clean, maintain, transport and store costumes, and assist performers to dress in costumes.

    Production assistants

    • Provide support to the director and producer, and are responsible for various aspects of production such as preparing schedules, setting up equipment, and making travel arrangements to various shooting locations.

  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
    • Most occupations in this unit group require completion of college courses in broadcasting, theatre arts or a related field
      or
      A period of on-the-job training.
    • Certification for projectionists is available, but voluntary, in New Brunswick. In Quebec, projectionists are regulated under operators of electrical machines, cinema equipment.
    • Projectionists are required to be licensed by their province of employment.

  • Additional information

    • There may be an overlap in duties among occupations in this unit group, depending on the size of the production or broadcasting studio.
    • Progression to related technical occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting or the performing arts is possible with additional training or experience.

53120 - Dancers

Dancers are employed by ballet and dance companies, television and film productions and nightclubs and similar establishments. This unit group also includes dance teachers who are usually employed by dance academies and dance schools.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • ballet dancer
    • ballet teacher
    • ballroom dancing teacher
    • dance instructor
    • dancer
    • folkloric dancer
    • interpretative dancer
    • tap dancer

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • performance movement teacher

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Choreographer (See 51120 Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations)
    • Other performers (See 55109 Other performers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Dancers

    • Practise and rehearse dance routines under direction or instruction to achieve desired interpretation and presentation
    • Perform dances as soloists or as members of groups before live audiences or for film or television
    • Train and exercise to maintain the required levels of ability and fitness
    • May choreograph their own performances.

    Dance teachers

    • Teach dance technique and artistic interpretation to amateur and professional individuals and groups
    • Teach the techniques, cultural origins and symbolic meanings of Aboriginal, ethnic and folkloric dances
    • Teach recreational dancing lessons such as ballroom dancing
    • Prepare dance students for specific auditions and performances.

    Dancers may specialize in specific types of dance such as ballet, ballroom, folk, jazz or modern.

  • Employment requirements

    • A university degree or college diploma in dance
      or
      Graduation from a private dance school or academy may be required.
    • Talent and ability, as demonstrated during an audition, are important hiring criteria.
    • Dance teachers usually require experience as dancers.
    • Membership in a guild or union related to the occupation or type of performance may be required.

53121 - Actors, comedians and circus performers

Actors, comedians and circus performers perform roles and circus skills in circuses, motion picture, television, theatre and radio productions to entertain a variety of audiences. They are employed by motion picture, television, circuses, theatre and other production companies. This unit group includes acting teachers employed by private acting schools.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • acrobat
    • acting teacher - private or studio
    • actor/actress
    • circus performer
    • clown
    • comedian
    • drama teacher - private or studio
    • narrator

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • standardized patient

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Announcers and other broadcasters (See 52114 Announcers and other broadcasters)
    • Dancers (See 53120 Dancers)
    • Drama professor - university (See 41200 University professors and lecturers)
    • Musicians and singers (See 51122 Musicians and singers)
    • Other performers (See 55109 Other performers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Actors and comedians

    • Study and rehearse lines, gestures and expressions to interpret a role
    • Portray roles in video or motion picture productions, television shows, theatre productions, radio dramas, commercials and other productions or perform the narration
    • Sing or dance as required by specific roles
    • Perform comedy acts in nightclubs alone or as members of comedy troupes
    • Improvise a role.

    Acting teachers

    • Train students in interpretation of scripts, speech, movement, and dramatic theory
    • Prepare acting students for specific auditions and performances.

    Circus performers

    • Perform a variety of acts intended to amaze, thrill, and engage audiences
    • Conceptualize and choreograph original performances
    • Study and perform acrobatic and aerial skills required by specific circus shows.
    • May participate in the development of a director or ringmaster's vision

  • Employment requirements

    • Demonstrated ability, based on an audition or previous acting or circus roles, is an important hiring criteria.
    • Circus performers and acrobats may require a period of study at a circus school.
    • Acting programs are offered at universities, colleges and private acting schools.
    • Acting teachers usually require experience as actors.
    • Membership in a guild or union may be required.

53122 - Painters, sculptors and other visual artists

Painters, sculptors and other visual artists create original paintings, drawings, sculptures, engravings and other artistic works. They are usually self-employed. This unit group also includes art instructors and teachers, who are usually employed by art schools.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • art teacher (except primary, secondary and post-secondary education)
    • artist
    • artistic painter
    • portrait painter
    • sculptor
    • silkscreen artist
    • watercolourist

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Art teacher - elementary school (See 41221 Elementary school and kindergarten teachers)
    • Art teacher - secondary school (See 41220 Secondary school teachers)
    • Artisans and craftspersons (See 53124 Artisans and craftspersons)
    • Fine arts professor - university (See 41200 University professors and lecturers)
    • Fine arts teacher - college level (See 41210 College and other vocational instructors)
    • Graphic designers and illustrators (See 52120 Graphic designers and illustrators)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Painters

    • Create drawings, paintings and other artwork using oils, pastels, watercolours, charcoal, ink and other media.

    Sculptors

    • Create sculptures, statues and other three-dimensional artwork by shaping, carving and working with materials such as clay, ice, paper, stone, wood or metal.

    Art instructors and teachers

    • Teach students the techniques and methods of drawing, painting, sculpting and other forms of artistic expression.

  • Employment requirements

    • Creative ability and talent, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, and knowledge of the safe use of materials, tools and equipment are required. Art programs are offered at universities, colleges and private art schools.
    • A college diploma in fine arts techniques may be required.
    • Art instructors and teachers may be required to have a university degree or college diploma in a field related to art.

53123 - Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers

Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers conceptualize and produce designs for film, television, theatre and video productions, garments and textiles, displays and exhibits, and for other creative items such as jewellery and trophies. Theatre designers are employed by performing arts and broadcasting companies and by festivals; fashion designers are employed by clothing and textile companies or may be self-employed; and exhibit designers are employed by museums. Other creative designers in this unit group are employed by manufacturing establishments or may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • clothing designer
    • costume designer
    • couturier - haute couture
    • fabric designer
    • fashion designer
    • fur designer
    • jewellery designer
    • lighting designer
    • museum exhibit designer
    • shoe designer
    • trophy designer

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • facilities designer
    • fashion coordinator
    • fashion stylist

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Diorama maker - museums and art galleries (See 53100 Registrars, restorers, interpreters and other occupations related to museum and art galleries)
    • Graphic designers and illustrators (See 52120 Graphic designers and illustrators)
    • Industrial designers (See 22211 Industrial designers)
    • Interior designers and interior decorators (See 52121 Interior designers and interior decorators)
    • Patternmakers - textile, leather and fur products (See 53125 Patternmakers - textile, leather and fur products)
    • Tailors, dressmakers, furriers and milliners (See 64200 Tailors, dressmakers, furriers and milliners)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Theatre designers

    • Design and create settings, scenic environments, properties, costumes and lighting for theatre, film and video productions, operas and ballets.

    Fashion designers

    • Design and create clothing and accessories for men, women and children.

    Exhibit designers

    • Plan and develop permanent and temporary or moveable exhibits and displays for museum exhibitions, trade shows, conventions and other exhibitions.

    Theatre designers may specialize in costume, lighting or set design; fashion designers may specialize in men's, women's or children's apparel or in different lines such as sportswear, footwear or formal wear.

  • Employment requirements

    • A university degree in fine arts or visual arts with specialization in theatre design, clothing design or exhibit design
      or
      completion of a college or art school program in theatre design, clothing design or exhibit design is required.
    • Creative ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, is required.
    • Use of computer-aided design (CAD) software may be required.

  • Additional information

    • Designers may advance to supervisory and management positions.

53124 - Artisans and craftspersons

Artisans and craftspersons use manual and artistic skills to design and make ornamental objects, pottery, stained glass, jewellery, rugs, blankets, other handicrafts and artistic floral arrangements. Makers of musical instruments are also included in this unit group. Most craftspersons are self-employed. Artistic floral arrangers are usually employed in florist shops and floral departments of retail establishments, or may be self-employed. Craft instructors are also included in this unit group and are employed by artisan guilds, colleges, private studios and recreational organizations.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • artistic floral arranger
    • carver
    • craft instructor (except education)
    • craftsperson
    • glass blower
    • lace weaver - arts and crafts
    • leather worker
    • metal arts worker
    • potter
    • screen printing artisan
    • silversmith
    • stained glass artist
    • stringed instrument maker
    • totem pole carver
    • weaver - arts and crafts

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Cabinetmakers (See 72311 Cabinetmakers)
    • Jewellers, jewellery and watch repairers and related occupations (See 62202 Jewellers, jewellery and watch repairers and related occupations)
    • Painters, sculptors and other visual artists (See 53122 Painters, sculptors and other visual artists)
    • Weavers, knitters and other fabric making occupations (See 94131 Weavers, knitters and other fabric making occupations)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Carvers

    • Use hand tools and woodworking machines to produce carvings from wood, stone and other materials and to carve ornamental designs into wooden furniture and other objects.

    Glass blowers

    • Design and create glass objects using blowpipes and artisan's hand tools and equipment.

    Metal arts workers

    • Design metal jewellery, utensils, implements, wall hangings and other objects and create them from gold, silver, copper, pewter and other metals.

    Potters

    • Design ornamental and ceramic functional earthenware pieces and create them using clay, moulds, potter's wheels and other equipment, glazing materials and kilns.

    Stained glass artists

    • Design stained glass windows, lampshades and other objects and cut, paint, fire and assemble pieces of stained glass to create such products.

    Instrument makers

    • Construct instruments by applying their knowledge of wood, ebonite, metal properties and other materials and instrument design using hand and power tools.

    Weavers

    • Use hands or loom to interlace strips of flexible material such as wool, cotton, silk, grasses, bark and rawhide to make baskets, wreaths, wall hangings, clothing, rugs, blankets and other objects.

    Craft instructors

    • Prepare craftmaking lessons, gather the required working materials and demonstrate and teach craftmaking techniques.

    Artistic floral arrangers

    • Design bouquets, corsages, sprays, wreaths and other floral arrangements and select natural and artificial flowers, foliage and decorative accessories to create arrangements or other floral items to suit customers' requirements.

  • Employment requirements

    • Skills are often learned through apprenticeship with a master craftsperson.
    • Training programs are offered by artisan guilds, colleges and private studios.
    • Creative ability and talent, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, and knowledge of safe handling of material, tools and equipment are required.
    • A college diploma in fine craft techniques may be required.

53125 - Patternmakers - textile, leather and fur products

Patternmakers in textile, leather and fur products create master patterns for the production of garments, footwear and other textile, leather or fur products. They are employed by pattern manufacturers, textile, leather or fur products manufacturers, or they may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • dress patternmaker
    • embroidery patternmaker
    • fur garment patternmaker
    • garment patternmaker
    • leather products patternmaker
    • shoe patternmaker
    • textile products patternmaker

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Supervisors, textile, fabric, fur and leather products processing and manufacturing (See 92015 Supervisors, textile, fabric, fur and leather products processing and manufacturing)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Examine sketches, samples of articles and specifications of designs to determine number, size and shape of pattern parts and assess the amount of cloth required to make a product
    • Draw, lay out and cut master patterns of products
    • Outline parts of patterns on paper and mark patterns to indicate details such as the placement of pockets and pleats on garments, decorative stitching on shoe parts or eyelets on canvas products
    • Create pattern size variations from master patterns using computer or drafting instruments, or forward patterns to computer operator to create pattern size variations
    • Lay out master patterns on fabric and cut sample patterns
    • Mark size, identification, style and sewing instructions on sample patterns.

  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of secondary school is required.
    • College courses in design and patternmaking
      or
      One to two years of on-the-job training are required.
    • Courses in computer-assisted patternmaking may be required.

  • Additional information

    • Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.

53200 - Athletes

Athletes participate in competitive sports events on an amateur or professional basis. They play team sports such as hockey, baseball, football and lacrosse; or compete in individual sports such as skiing, figure skating, boxing or track and field; or in games such as poker or chess. They are employed by professional team organizations or they may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • athlete
    • baseball player
    • boxer
    • figure skater
    • football player
    • golfer
    • harness race driver
    • hockey player
    • jockey
    • professional athlete
    • skier
    • sprinter
    • track athlete

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • competitor - gambling
    • gamer - video games

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Coaches (See 53201 Coaches)
    • Sports instructor (See 54100 Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness)
    • Sports officials and referees (See 53202 Sports officials and referees)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Train under the direction of a coach or trainer to qualify for competition
    • Attend scheduled practice and training sessions
    • Participate in local, regional, provincial, national or international competitions and sporting events
    • Assess performance after an event to identify strengths and weaknesses.

  • Employment requirements

    • Demonstrated ability in a particular sport, or type of game, is required.
    • Extensive training under the supervision of a coach is required.
    • Certification with a particular sports federation may be required.
    • A background combining athletic training and college or university studies is strongly recommended.

53201 - Coaches

Coaches prepare and train individual athletes or teams for competitive events. They are employed by national and provincial sports organizations, professional and amateur sports teams, sports clubs and universities or they may be self-employed. This unit group also includes sports scouts who identify and recruit athletes for professional sports teams. They are employed by professional sports organizations.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • coach
    • figure skating coach
    • football scout
    • gymnastics coach
    • head coach
    • hockey coach
    • hockey scout
    • national team coach
    • soccer coach
    • sports scout
    • swimming coach
    • volleyball coach

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Athletes (See 53200 Athletes)
    • Athletic therapist (See 31204 Kinesiologists and other professional occupations in therapy and assessment)
    • Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (See 54100 Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness)
    • Sports officials and referees (See 53202 Sports officials and referees)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Coaches

    • Identify strengths and weaknesses of athletes or teams
    • Plan, develop and implement training and practice sessions
    • Nurture and develop athletes' potential skills and abilities
    • Develop, plan and coordinate competitive schedules and programs
    • Motivate and prepare athletes or teams for competitive events or games
    • Formulate competitive strategies, develop game plans and direct athletes and players during games or athletic events
    • Analyse and evaluate athletes' or teams' performances and modify training programs.

    Sports scouts

    • Identify and recruit developing athletes for professional sports teams
    • Observe and evaluate prospective athletes' skills and performance, and review their past records
    • File reports on scouting assessments and recommendations with professional team employers.

  • Employment requirements

    Coaches

    • Completion of the National Coaching Certificate program is usually required for individual and team sports coaches in all sports.
    • National Coaching Certificate Level 3 is usually required for provincial coaches.
    • National Coaching Certificate Level 4 is usually required for coaches of national team athletes.
    • A degree in physical education may be required.
    • Experience in, and technical knowledge of, the sport is required.

    Sports scouts

    • Experience in, and technical knowledge of, the sport is required.

53202 - Sports officials and referees

Sports officials and referees observe and enforce rules and regulations governing sporting events, athletic games and sports competitions. They are employed by national, provincial and local sporting commissions, organizations and leagues.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • athletics judge
    • clerk of the course - racetrack
    • figure skating judge
    • goal judge
    • harness racing starter
    • racetrack timer
    • referee
    • sports linesman/woman
    • sports official
    • umpire

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Coaches (See 53201 Coaches)
    • Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (See 54100 Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    • Officiate at sporting events or athletic competitions to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules and safety regulations are observed
    • Record lapsed time and keep scores during events or competitions
    • Judge the performance of competitors, award points, impose penalties for infractions and determine results
    • Compile scores and other athletic records
    • Establish and maintain rapport with coaches, players and organizing committees
    • Verify credentials of athletes or animals engaged in sports or related special events, and respond to written protests.

  • Employment requirements

    • Sports officials require certification by and registration with a sport governing body or commission.
    • Sports referees require completion of an officiating program offered by a sport governing body.

54100 - Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness

Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness lead and instruct groups and individuals in recreational, sports, fitness or athletic programs. Fitness appraisers conduct fitness tests and assessments and design, develop and deliver fitness programs. They are employed by community centres, sports and fitness clubs, outdoor centres, resorts, recreational facilities, health care facilities, retirement homes, correctional institutions, government departments, private businesses, tourism associations and similar establishments.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • aerobics instructor
    • camp counsellor
    • certified personal trainer
    • day camp leader
    • fitness appraiser
    • fitness instructor
    • gymnastics teacher
    • personal trainer
    • playground worker
    • recreation program leader
    • recreation technician
    • riding instructor
    • ski instructor
    • ski patrol
    • swimming instructor - sports

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • lifeguard
    • search and rescue crew member - sports and recreation
    • ski patroller

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Other instructors (See 43109 Other instructors)
    • Recreation supervisor (See 41406 Recreation, sports and fitness policy researchers, consultants and program officers)
    • Recreation, sports and fitness program and service directors (See 50012 Recreation, sports and fitness program and service directors)
    • Sports supervisor (See 41406 Recreation, sports and fitness policy researchers, consultants and program officers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Program leaders and instructors in recreation and sport

    • Plan and carry out recreational, athletic, fitness and sports activities
    • Assemble supplies and sports and game equipment
    • Demonstrate and instruct athletic, fitness or sports activities and techniques
    • Instruct groups and individuals in arts, crafts and similar activities and lead groups and individuals in recreational or leisure programs
    • Attend to clients with special needs
    • Provide lifestyle awareness information
    • Conduct therapeutic recreational or athletic activities
    • Monitor recreational, sports or fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required
    • Enforce safety rules and regulations
    • Assist with coordination of special events
    • Schedule activities, keep logs, maintain records and prepare reports
    • May train and supervise staff
    • May maintain and repair sports equipment.

    Fitness appraisers

    • Assess individual's physical fitness through fitness tests and assessments and design fitness programs based on results
    • Provide information to the public and individuals on lifestyle and methods to improve and maintain physical fitness and weight
    • Measure and record individuals' bodily proportions, weight and body mass index
    • Handle equipment to conduct fitness tests and assessments and deliver exercise programs.

  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
    • Completion of a college program in recreation or physical education
      or
      extensive experience in a specific recreational or sports program activity is usually required.
    • Certification is usually required in a specific area of recreational, sports or fitness activity, such as ski instructor or personal trainer, or in first aid or emergency care.
    • Demonstrated ability in a particular recreational, sports or fitness discipline is required.
    • Fitness appraiser certification may be required for fitness appraisers.

55109 - Other performers

Other performers include influencers, magicians, models, puppeteers and other performers. They are employed by nightclubs and theatre, advertising and other production companies, or they may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • busker
    • fashion model
    • influencer
    • magician
    • puppeteer

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • deejay (DJ) - turntablist

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Actors, comedians and circus performers (See 53121 Actors, comedians and circus performers)
    • Dancers (See 53120 Dancers)
    • Musicians and singers (See 51122 Musicians and singers)

  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Buskers

    • Entertain passers-by on sidewalks and in parks with magic tricks, juggling acts, short dramatic works, music and other entertaining displays.

    Magicians and illusionists

    • Perform sleight-of-hand tricks, disappearing acts and other illusions.

    Fashion models

    • Display clothing and merchandise in commercials, advertisements and fashion shows
    • Pose for artists, photographers and videographers.

    Influencers

    • Share ideas and advice on a broad range of topics.
    • Create personal and branded content for social media or other digital platforms.

  • Employment requirements

    • Completion of modelling courses is usually required for models.
    • Training for other occupations in this unit group is often obtained under the guidance of a practitioner.
    • Membership in a guild or union related to the occupation or type or performance may be required.

  • Additional information

    • There is little mobility between the different occupations in this unit group.
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