Graphic designers and illustrators in Camrose - Drumheller

The employment outlook will be Limited for graphic designers and illustrators (NOC 52120) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Digital marketing, e-commerce, e-learning and social media are driving demand for this occupation, particularly user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) designers.
• Key trends are artificial intelligence (AI) for creative support, 3D design and motion, and data visualization.
• Demand is shifting toward digital marketing and online content and declining for traditional print materials such as brochures and magazines, weakening job opportunities. 

Here are some key facts about graphic designers and illustrators in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

• Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Graphic designers and illustrators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 62%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 24%
  • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 11%