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Theatre, Fashion, Exhibit and Other Creative Designers  (NOC 5243)
Estrie Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Designers in this unit group conceptualize and produce designs for film, television, theatre and video productions, garments and textiles, displays and exhibits, and for other creative items such as jewellery and trophies. Theatre designers are employed by performing arts and broadcasting companies and by festivals; fashion designers are employed by clothing and textiles companies or may be self-employed; and exhibit designers are employed by museums and retail establishments. Other creative designers in this unit group are employed by manufacturing establishments or may be self-employed.

clothing designer, costume designer, couturier – haute couture, display designer, fabric designer, fashion designer, fur designer, jewellery designer, lighting designer, museum exhibit designer, shoe designer, trophy designer, window display designer.

The following is a summary of main duties for some occupations in this unit group:
  • Theatre designers design and create settings, scenic environments, properties, costumes and lighting for theatre, film and video productions, operas and ballets.
  • Fashion designers design and create clothing and accessories for men, women and children.
  • Exhibit designers plan and develop permanent and temporary or moveable exhibits and displays for museum exhibitions, trade shows, conventions, retail spaces and other exhibitions.

Theatre designers may specialize in costume, lighting or set design; fashion designers may specialize in men's, women's or children's apparel or in different lines such as sportswear, footwear or formal wear.

Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Sherbrooke, Coaticook, Lac-Mégantic, Richmond, Asbestos, Bromptonville, Cookshire, Danville, East Angus, Fleurimont, Lennoxville, Magog, Rock Forest, Valcourt, Windsor

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Outlook & Prospects for Theatre, Fashion, Exhibit and Other Creative Designers in Estrie Region

The future forecast and current conditions for an occupation can vary based on location or due to changes in the economy, technology, or demand for a product or service.

Local Employment Potential Information

Table on the employment potential for Theatre, Fashion, Exhibit and Other Creative Designers in Estrie Region as well as in the rest of the Québec.
Location Employment Potential Release Date
Estrie Region <Not assigned> 2012-11-16

Compared to other occupations, this is a relatively small occupational group in the Estrie region with few and infrequent job opportunities.

Local Labour Market News

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