Job requirements Photographer in Canada
National Occupational Classification update
We have updated this page to reflect the transition to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC). This means that the occupation "photographer" was moved from the group Photographers (NOC 5221) to the group Photographers (NOC 53110).
Find out what you typically need to work as a photographer in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Photographers (NOC 53110).
Employment requirements
This is what you typically need for the job.
- A bachelor's degree in visual arts with specialization in photography or completion of specialized training in photography in high school, college or specialized training schools or extensive on-the-job training under the supervision of a photographer is required.
- Creative and technical ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, are required.
Source National Occupational Classification
Professional certification and licensing
We don’t have any data on professional certification requirements. This occupation is not regulated in Canada based on our records.
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