Graphic designers and illustrators in Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House

The employment outlook will be Limited for graphic designers and illustrators (NOC 52120) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small 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 Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

• Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Graphic designers and illustrators mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 60%
  • Printing and related support activities (NAICS 323): 28%