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NOC 53110 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Photographers. It is classified TEER 3 — College diploma, shorter apprenticeship or 6+ months training, which meets the skill requirement for Express Entry. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.
Classification
Art, culture, recreation & sport
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Definition
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.
Main duties
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Overview
Under the Canadian National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, professional photographers are classified under NOC code 53110. This TEER 3 occupation includes individuals who operate still cameras to photograph people, events, scenes, materials, and products. Photographers may work as employees in photographic studios, advertising agencies, government departments, and media outlets, or they may operate their own self-employed businesses. Core duties include composing shots, adjusting technical settings, managing lighting, and performing digital post-processing and editing.
To immigrate to Canada under NOC 53110, candidates must satisfy both the general immigration criteria and specific occupational requirements. Typically, entry into this field requires a college diploma in photography or specialized training, along with a portfolio demonstrating creative and technical proficiency. Eligible applicants can pursue permanent residency through programs like the Federal Skilled Worker Program under Express Entry, various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), or self-employed pathways, provided they meet language, education, and work experience thresholds.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Yes — Photographers is TEER 3, and TEER 0–3 occupations meet the skill-level requirement for Express Entry programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Full eligibility also depends on your work experience, language results and other program criteria.
Photographers is classified as TEER 3 — College diploma, shorter apprenticeship or 6+ months training. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.
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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.