National Occupational Classification, TEER 1
NOC 51113: Journalists
Journalists research, investigate, interpret and communicate news and public affairs through newspapers, television, radio and other media. Below are the main duties, all 72 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 51113?
NOC 51113 is the code for journalists in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include book reviewer, broadcast journalist, columnist and correspondent. It is a TEER 1 occupation (usually a university degree), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $36.92 an hour.
- NOC code
- 51113
- TEER
- 1: University degree
- Broad category
- Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $36.92 an hour
Job titles under NOC 51113
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.
Main job titles
- book reviewer
- broadcast journalist
- columnist
- correspondent
- cyberjournalist
- investigative reporter
- journalist
- network reporter
- news commentator
- newspaper critic
- reporter
All 72 job titles in the NOC index
anchorman/woman, art critic, book critic, book reviewer, broadcast journalist, chronicler, columnist, commentator, correspondent, critic, culinary journalist, cyberjournalist, cyberreporter, drama critic, entertainment columnist, fashion columnist, feature reporter, field reporter, film critic, financial reporter, foreign affairs reporter, foreign correspondent, foreign news correspondent, game critic, headline writer, investigative reporter, journalist, law reporter, literary critic, movie critic, multimedia information trader, music critic, music reviewer, network reporter, news analyst, news analyst - broadcasting, news anchor, news commentator, news commentator - broadcasting, news correspondent, news reporter, news writer - international broadcasting, newscast correspondent, newspaper correspondent, newspaper critic, newspaper editorial writer, newspaper reporter, newspaper writer, on-line chronicler, on-line columnist, political analyst - radio or television, political columnist, political reporter, press reporter, program researcher - radio or television, radio commentator, radio researcher, reporter, society columnist, society journalist, society reporter, sports columnist, sports reporter, sports writer - journalism, staff writer - newspaper, stock market reporter, television news anchorperson, television researcher, theatre critic, video journalist, videojournalist, Web critic.
Main duties of NOC 51113
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).
Is NOC 51113 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 1 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 51113 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | Not a listed trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 51113 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $20.19 | $36.92 | $62.50 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $23.99 | $35.91 | $44.84 |
| Prince Edward Island | $16.50 | $24.90 | $30.04 |
| Nova Scotia | $23.73 | $36.22 | $47.59 |
| New Brunswick | $23.64 | $38.16 | $51.18 |
| Quebec | $27.55 | $37.44 | $52.03 |
| Ontario | $21.00 | $38.46 | $71.43 |
| Manitoba | $21.15 | $30.29 | $38.00 |
| Saskatchewan | $16.73 | $25.48 | $43.00 |
| Alberta | $24.37 | $35.93 | $46.71 |
| British Columbia | $24.81 | $38.79 | $64.31 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 51113 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 51113 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
- Use the job title your employer used, even if the NOC title is different.
- Keep immigration details such as your NOC code and permit type off the resume.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a book reviewer?
NOC 51113, Journalists, a TEER 1 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 51113?
TEER 1. Usually a university degree. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 51113 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 1 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 51113 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 51113 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $36.92 an hour, with most wages between $20.19 and $62.50. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 51113 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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