Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations in Edmonton

The employment outlook will be Moderate for professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations (NOC 11202) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

• Economic uncertainty amid ongoing trade disputes may have some firms rethinking expansion resulting in muted employment growth for this occupation. 
• However, easing interest rates could improve spending and the outlook for this occupation.
• With the increasing importance of digital marketing, professionals who can develop and manage digital and social media campaigns may see improved job prospects.

Here are some key facts about professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 6,280 people work in this occupation.
• Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 24%
  • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 11%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 9%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 8%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%