National Occupational Classification, TEER 2
NOC 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. Below are the main duties, all 71 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 52119?
NOC 52119 is the code for other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include costumier, gaffer, key grip and lighting technician. It is a TEER 2 occupation (usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or a supervisory role), 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 $33.00 an hour.
- NOC code
- 52119
- TEER
- 2: College diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years
- Broad category
- Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $33.00 an hour
Job titles under NOC 52119
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.
Main job titles
- 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 71 job titles in the NOC index
animal wrangler - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts, broadcasting coordinator, chief lighting technician, chief stage electrician, costume maker, costume supervisor, costumer, costumer - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts, costumes coordinator, costumier, exterior set manager, exterior shooting director, extra wrangler - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts, film location manager, first grip, floor director - broadcasting, floor manager - broadcasting, gaffer, head grip, head of wardrobe, key dresser, key grip, light board operator, lighting effects chief technician, lighting technician, location manager - motion pictures and broadcasting, machinist-electrician, make-up artist - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts, make-up artist - special effects, make-up artist and hairdresser - performing arts, make-up artist and wig maker, motion picture facilities supervisor, music program planner, optical effects coordinator, presentation coordinator - broadcasting, production coordinator - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts, production coordinator - radiobroadcasting, production coordinator - video games, production coordinator - visual effects, production technician - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts, program coordinator - broadcasting, programming manager, properties custodian - stage productions or motion pictures, property master - broadcasting, property master - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts, radio music program planner, radio program planner, remote broadcasting coordinator, rigging gaffer, script supervisor, set electrician, settings shop foreman/woman, special effects technician, sports program coordinator - broadcasting, stage assistant director, stage electrician, stage manager, stage technician, staging supervisor, studio administrator, studio electrician, studio manager, studio manager - broadcasting, stunt coordinator, telecasting technician, theatre technician, unit manager - motion pictures and broadcasting, wardrobe coordinator, wardrobe master/mistress, wardrobe supervisor, wig hairdresser - motion pictures, broadcasting and performing arts.
Also included in this group
- machinist-electrician
- stage electrician
Main duties of NOC 52119
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.
Is NOC 52119 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 2 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 52119 |
|---|---|
| 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 52119 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 | $21.00 | $33.00 | $43.00 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $19.66 | $30.49 | $37.00 |
| Nova Scotia | $20.71 | $32.34 | $42.85 |
| New Brunswick | $23.23 | $33.59 | $49.89 |
| Quebec | $22.00 | $32.00 | $42.00 |
| Ontario | $18.75 | $31.55 | $45.00 |
| Manitoba | $22.25 | $31.98 | $40.00 |
| Alberta | $21.00 | $32.67 | $40.58 |
| British Columbia | $24.94 | $35.27 | $43.79 |
| Yukon | $22.08 | $43.59 | $55.24 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Employment Insurance Survey Data). 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 52119 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 52119 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
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- 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 costumier?
NOC 52119, Other technical and coordinating occupations in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts, a TEER 2 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 52119?
TEER 2. Usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or a supervisory role. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 52119 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 2 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 52119 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 52119 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $33.00 an hour, with most wages between $21.00 and $43.00. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 52119 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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