53123 – Theatre, fashion, exhibit and other creative designers
TEER 3Occupations usually requiring a college diploma or apprenticeship of less than 2 years, or more than 6 months of on-the-job training
Lead statement
Theatre designers conceptualize and produce set, costume and lighting designs for film, television, theatre and video productions.
Main duties
- Design and create settings, scenic environments, properties, costumes and lighting for theatre, film and video productions, operas and ballets.
- Design and create clothing and accessories for men, women and children.
- Plan and develop permanent and temporary or moveable exhibits and displays for museum exhibitions, trade shows, conventions, and other exhibitions.
Employment requirements
- A university degree in fine arts or visual arts with specialization in theatre design, clothing design or exhibit design orcompletion of a college or art school program in theatre design, clothing design or exhibit design is required.
- Creative ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, is required.
- Use of computer-aided design (CAD) software may be required.
Example job titles
costume designer · designer - theatre · theatre designer · lighting designer · sound designer · scene designer · set decorator - theatre and motion pictures · clothing designer · textile designer · embroidery designer · garment designer · hat designer · shoe designer · couturier - haute couture · exhibit designer · museum designer · facilities designer · museum exhibit designer
Wages (per hour)
| Province / territory | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $17.85 | $31.25 | $47.96 |
| Quebec | $17.00 | $26.35 | $43.75 |
| Ontario | $18.41 | $32.59 | $52.70 |
| Alberta | $16.50 | $26.73 | $41.42 |
| British Columbia | $23.75 | $37.37 | $50.00 |
Source: Job Bank wages, 2025 release (ESDC). Low and high are the 10th and 90th percentiles.
Occupation details: ESDC OaSIS 2025, based on NOC 2021.