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Arts, Culture, Recreation and Sport

Announcer/Broadcaster
Audio/Video Recording Technician
Dancer/Dance Instructor
Fashion Designer/Theatrical Designer
Film Producer/Director/Editor
Film Production Support Worker
Graphic Designer and Illustrator
Interior Designer
Journalist
Librarian
Library Technician
Musician/Singer
Public Relations Officer
Recreation/Arts Program Leader
Translator/Interpreter
Writer

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Announcer/Broadcaster (NOC 5231)

Employed - 300. Radio and TV stations, self-employed. Irregular hours.

Job Description

Introduce programs and music. Interview guests. Read the news, weather, traffic conditions, commercials and other announcements for radio, television and at special events. May specialize in broadcasting sports, weather reports, film reviews.

Job Outlook

Limited

Starting/Average Wage

$23,200 / $41,600

Training & Education Routes

ACC, RRC, ABC, RC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Media Production
RBR, RDP, TVH

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Audio/Video Recording Technician (NOC 5225)

Employed - 265. Film, video and concert producers, sound recording firms, radio and television stations. Irregular hours.

Job Description

Operate specialized electronic equipment to record stage productions, live programs or events, and studio recordings. Edit and reproduce tapes for compact discs, records and cassettes, for radio and television broadcasting and for motion picture productions.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$27,500 / $41,400

Training & Education Routes

ACC, ETP, MSMA
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Media Production
RBR, RDP, TVH

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Dancer/Dance Instructor (NOC 5134)

Employed - 220. Dance companies, dance schools, self-employed.

Job Description

Practice and perform dances before live audience or for film and television. Teach dance techniques. May specialize in ballet, ballroom, jazz, folk or ethnic dances.

Job Outlook

Limited

Starting/Average Wage

$24,800 / $31,000

Training & Education Routes

UW, CD, RWB

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Dance

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Fashion Designer/Theatrical Designer (NOC 5243)

Employed - 210. Clothing manufacturers, theatrical companies, film production companies, museums.

Job Description

Design and create clothing and accessories for men, women and children. May design and create costumes, theatrical sets and exhibits.

Job Outlook

Limited

Starting/Average Wage

$22,900 / $35,100

Training & Education Routes

UM (Human Ecology)
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Chemistry 40S, Mathematics 40S, Fashion Technology
MMC

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Film Producer/Director/Editor (NOC 5131)

Employed - 425. Advertising, broadcasting and film production companies, self-employed. Irregular hours. May be temporary.

Job Description

Plan, organize and co-ordinate film production. Obtain financing, hire personnel. Arrange film segments into sequences to achieve desired thematic effects.

Job Outlook

Variable (Project-based)

Starting/Average Wage

$33,200 / $44,500

Training & Education Routes

BU, UM, UW, ACC, RRC, ABC
Film Training Manitoba
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Media Production
RBR, RDP, TVH

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Film Production Support Worker (NOC 5226/5227)

Employed - 220. Motion picture and video production companies, theatres, television and radio stations. Irregular hours. May be temporary.

Job Description

Camera crane operators set up and adjust cameras, projectors, and control panels. Props persons assemble, repair and place props.
Script assistants distribute scripts to actors, keep note of actions, positions, camera angles and scenes. Grips and riggers set up and dismantle backdrops and scenery. Dressers clean, maintain, and store costumes, help performers to dress in costumes.

Job Outlook

Variable (Project-based)

Starting/Average Wage

$22,500 / $34,300 (trainees may earn minimum wage)

Training & Education Routes

Film Training Manitoba
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Media Production
RBR, RDP, TVH

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Graphic Designer and Illustrator (NOC 5241)

Employed - 1,350. Printers and publishers, advertising agencies, manufacturers of signs and displays, self-employed.

Job Description

Create illustrations and designs for books, magazines, posters, newspapers, billboards, TV commercials, cartoons, catalogues. Provide cost estimates, consult with clients.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$24,960 / $37,500

Training & Education Routes

UM, ACC, ETP, RRC, HC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Visual Arts/Communication
CPRS, DRCS, KEC, LSRS, RBR, SVRS, TVH, WTC
May also require portfolio of artwork

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Interior Designer (NOC 5242)

Employed - 285. Architectural firms, retail stores, construction companies, self-employed. PT.

Job Description

Consult with clients to determine how space will be used. Develop plans and models showing arrangement of furniture, lighting, walls and displays. Advise on colour schemes, floor and wall coverings, furniture. Estimate costs and materials required.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$30,200 / $44,200

Training & Education Routes

UM, RRC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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Journalist (NOC 5123)

Employed - 380. Radio and television networks or stations, newspapers and magazines, self-employed (freelance). Irregular hours. Shift work.

Job Description

Research, investigate, interpret and communicate news and public affairs through newspapers, television, radio and other media. Arrange and conduct interviews. May write feature columns, editorials or critical reviews.

Job Outlook

Limited

Starting/Average Wage

$24,400 / $46,000

Training & Education Routes

BU, CMU, UM, UW, RRC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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Librarian (NOC 5111)

Employed - 460. Public libraries, universities, colleges, schools, governments. PT.

Job Description

Develop, organize and maintain a collection of books, periodicals, audio/video tapes and other materials. Help people find information sources. Develop and support information access systems.

Job Outlook

Limited

Starting/Average Wage

$28,800 / $50,600

Training & Education Routes

Master's degree in Library Studies is required.
Dalhousie University, University of Alberta, University of British Columbia, McGill University, Université de Montréal, University of Toronto, University of Western Ontario

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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Library Technician (NOC 5211)

Employed - 685. Public libraries, library supply companies, schools, universities, colleges, large corporations.

Job Description

Assist librarians in cataloguing new library books, manuscripts and other materials and in conducting reference searches. Help library users to locate books, articles or other materials. Operate computerized library systems. Assist in developing, organizing and maintaining a collection of library material.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$26,300 / $35,600

Training & Education Routes

RRC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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Musician/Singer (NOC 5133)

Employed - 1,225. Orchestras or bands, opera or theatrical companies, night clubs, self-employed. PT. Irregular hours.

Job Description

Write, sing, play or direct music. May play an instrument for a band or alone. May sing in, play in, or direct choral groups or symphonies.

Job Outlook

Limited

Starting/Average Wage

$25,500 / $32,000

Training & Education Routes

BU, CMU, PCTS, UM, UW

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Music 40S, second language at 40S level recommended

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Public Relations Officer (NOC 5124)

Employed - 780. Governments, business associations, large corporations, consulting firms, community interest groups.

Job Description

Plan, organize and carry out activities such as press conferences. Prepare press releases, arrange advertising designed to promote an organization's products, policies or services.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$30,000 / $44,600

Training & Education Routes

UW, RRC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS

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Recreation/Arts Program Leader (NOC 5254)

Employed - 1,975. Governments, cultural centres, personal care homes, fitness and recreational clubs, self-employed.

Job Description

Plan and co-ordinate sports, recreational, arts and similar activities. Lead groups and individuals in recreational or leisure programs. Monitor activities to ensure safety.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$19,000 / $27,000

Training & Education Routes

UM, UW, RRC
Manitoba Fitness Council
CPR and First Aid skills required

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Physical Education

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Translator/Interpreter (NOC 5125)

Employed - 325. Governments, private translation and interpreting agencies, international agencies and firms, self-employed. PT. Irregular hours.

Job Description

Translate oral, written or signed communication from one language to another. Usually specialize in one language and in one technical area.

Job Outlook

Very Good

Starting/Average Wage

$35,000 / $45,700

Training & Education Routes

CUSB, RRC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Standing in languages in addition to English at 40S level recommended.

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Writer (NOC 5121)

Employed - 470. Newspapers and magazines, radio and TV broadcasters, governments, manufacturing firms, self-employed. PT.

Job Description

Write material for newspapers, books, magazines, trade journals, radio, TV and screen. May write manuals explaining technical details and procedures. May edit by selecting and preparing material for publication. May prepare reports on news events.

Job Outlook

Limited

Starting/Average Wage

$25,000 / $35,700

Training & Education Routes

BU, CMU, UM, UW, CUSB, ACC, RRC, UCN

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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