Job prospects Illustrator And Graphic Designer near Vancouver (BC)

Over the past few years (2019-2021), there was a labour shortage for Graphic designers and illustrators near Vancouver (BC). There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be limited for Graphic designers and illustrators (NOC 5241) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2022-2024 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Employment in this occupation is projected to be limited in the near term.
• Demand is expected to be largely met by graduates from educational programs and currently unemployed workers.

Here are some key facts about Graphic designers and illustrators in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 14,000 people work in this occupation.
• Graphic designers and illustrators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 45%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 28%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology