1122-NOC

Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations

(NOC 11202)
Annual Earnings
$59,961
Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities
University Degree
Job Openings
(2023-2033)
7,430

Career Overview

People who have professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations are responsible for analyzing, developing and implementing communication and promotion strategies and information programs.

This group also includes entertainment, literary, and sports agents.

People in this career group maintain media relations on behalf of businesses, governments and other organizations, as well as for performers, athletes, writers and other talented individuals.

Those who specialize in advertising, marketing and public relations:

  • Analyze advertising needs
  • Develop appropriate advertising and marketing plans
  • Publicize activities and events

They may be self-employed or work for marketing and consulting firms, advertising agencies, corporations, associations, governments, social agencies, museums, galleries, public interest groups, and cultural and other organizations.

Duties

Specialists in advertising, marketing and public relations:

  • Assess characteristics of products or services to be promoted and advise on the advertising needs of an establishment
  • Advise clients on marketing, advertising or sales promotion opportunities and strategies
  • Develop and implement advertising campaigns appropriate for print or electronic media
  • Manage post campaign analysis to measure and report on marketing and advertising metrics
  • Develop and maintain social media accounts, including managing customer reviews and testimonials
  • Develop, implement and evaluate communications strategies and programs designed to inform clients, employees and the general public of initiatives and policies of businesses, governments and other organizations
  • Conduct public opinion and attitude surveys to identify the interests and concerns of key groups served by their organization
  • Prepare or oversee preparation of reports, briefs, bibliographies, speeches, presentations, websites and press releases
  • Develop and organize workshops, meetings, ceremonies and other events for publicity, fundraising and information purposes
  • Arrange interviews and news conferences
  • Act as spokesperson for an organization and answer written and oral inquiries
  • Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions for internal and external audiences
  • Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other material
  • Represent and act as an agent for talented individuals or individuals with specific occupational expertise
  • Prepare or oversee preparation of sports, literary, performance or other contracts

Special duties

  • Literary agents specialize in representing specific types of authors and writers
  • Performance agents specialize in representing specific singers, musicians, actors or other performers
  • Sports agents specialize in representing specific athletes or sports teams

 

Earnings

Earnings is income that workers receive in exchange for their labour. Depending on the type of employment, earnings can be in the form of wages (hourly), salaries (fixed monthly or annual) or self-employed earnings.

Annual Earnings

$59,961

Provincial Hourly Rate

High$55.38/hr
Median$28.75/hr
Low$18.50/hr
Source: B.C. Labour Market Information Office, derived from 2023 Job Bank Wage data

Work Environment

# Workers Employed

20,420

% Employed Full Time

56%
Source: 2021 Census

Work takes place in a conventional indoor setting.

Career Pathways

Progression to managerial positions in public relations, communications and fundraising is possible with additional training and experience.

Occupational Interests

It’s important to understand what kinds of occupations align with your interests.

For more about occupational interests visit Skills for the Future Workforce > Characteristics.

Here are the top occupational interest(s) for this career profile:

Enterprising
Enterprising

Job Titles

Advertising consultant
Communications officer (except emergency services)
Communications specialist
Digital marketing consultant
Event marketing specialist
Fundraising consultant
Information officer
Literary agent
Marketing consultant
Marketing coordinator
Media coordinator
Media relations officer
Museum educator
Performers agent
Press secretary
Public affairs officer
Public relations consultant
Public relations officer
Publicist
Publicity agent

Education, Training and Skills

  • A university degree or college diploma in business marketing, public relations, communications, journalism, museology or a discipline related to a particular subject matter is usually required
  • Practitioners in public relations may require an APR (Accredited in Public Relations) designation

Education programs in B.C.

The following program areas are related to this occupation:

  • Marketing
  • Communication/Media Studies
  • Journalism
  • Public Relations
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Find out more information about programs offered specifically for this career.

Skills

Every job calls for a certain set of skills. Knowing those skills is the first step in finding a good career fit.

Here, you will find the 10 most relevant workplace skills. Some are more important to achieving success in a certain career than others. These skills may come naturally to you or you may need to gain them through education, training and experience.

See the list of work-related skills below, ranked in order of importance for this career. Check out the list and see if this career matches your skills—take that first step!

Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

73%
Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

72%
Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

72%
Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

69%
Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

67%
Complex Problem Solving

Being able to solve novel, ill-defined problems in complex, real-world settings.

64%
Persuasion

Convincing others to change their mind or behaviour.

64%
Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

62%
Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

61%
Active Learning

Understanding how new information could be used to solve current and future problems in making decisions.

60%

Labour Market Statistics

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Employment

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Employment

20,420
Source: 2021 Census

Employment by Region

Map of BC Map of BC highlighting Cariboo region Map of BC highlighting Kootenay region Map of BC highlighting Mainland/Southwest region Map of BC highlighting North Coast and Nechako region Map of BC highlighting Northeast region Map of BC highlighting Thompson-Okanagan region Map of BC highlighting Vancouver Island/Coast region
Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
Region Employment % Employment of this Occupation
Cariboo 180 0.9%
Kootenay 320 1.6%
Mainland/Southwest 15,305 75.0%
North Coast and Nechako 95 0.5%
Northeast 100 0.5%
Thompson-Okanagan 1,525 7.5%
Vancouver Island/Coast 2,905 14.2%
Source: 2021 Census

Labour Market Outlook

The B.C. Labour Market Outlook is a 10-year forecast of the expected supply and demand for labour in the province. It’s usually updated every year. The purpose is to provide British Columbians with the knowledge to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.

Forecasted Job Openings (2023-2033)

7,430
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Forecasted Job Openings

Forecasted Employment Growth Rate

Composition of Job Openings

Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Job Openings by Region (2023-2033)

Map of BC Map of BC highlighting Cariboo region Map of BC highlighting Kootenay region Map of BC highlighting Mainland/Southwest region Map of BC highlighting North Coast and Nechako region Map of BC highlighting Northeast region Map of BC highlighting Thompson-Okanagan region Map of BC highlighting Vancouver Island/Coast region
Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
Region Job Openings Avg. Annual Employment Growth
Cariboo 50 0.4%
Kootenay 70 0.7%
Mainland/Southwest 5,510 1.5%
North Coast and Nechako 10 0.8%
Northeast 20 0.2%
Thompson-Okanagan 620 1.4%
Vancouver Island/Coast 1,150 1.3%
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Industry Highlights

Learn about the opportunities in B.C.'s major industries, including employment trends, earning potential, locations of work and more.

Forecasted Job Openings by Industry

IndustryJob Openings (2023-2033)
Professional, Scientific And Technical Services3,390
Information, Culture And Recreation570
Retail Trade520
Repair, Personal And Non-Profit Services490
Educational Services470
For additional industry information, visit the Industry Profiles page.
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

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