Job prospects Technical Artist in the Northwest Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Producers, directors, choreographers and related occupations in the Northwest Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be very good for Graphic designers and illustrators (NOC 52120) in the Northwest region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Graphic designers and illustrators in the Northwest region:

• Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Graphic designers and illustrators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 39%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 28%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 21%
  • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 11%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology