Publishing, Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Performing Arts Managers
(NOC 0512)
in All ManagementManagers in this group plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate operations within publishing firms, film, theatre and record production companies and broadcasting facilities. They work for radio and television stations, by newspaper, periodical and book publishing firms, and by film, theatre, record and video production companies.
Job Outlook
Limited
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Compared to: All Management
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “limited”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is below average when compared with other occupations in Nova Scotia. This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent and jobseekers may face competition. The number employed in this occupation is expected to decline moderately over the next few years, which will likely limit the number of new opportunities available. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Managers in Publishing, Motion Pictures, Broadcasting, and Performing Arts most commonly work full-time hours. Also, a fair portion of the workforce is self-employed, so having the option to "work for yourself" may appeal to some individuals’ interests/motivations.
The median employment income for 68% of Managers in Publishing, Motion Pictures, Broadcasting, and Performing Arts who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $56,221. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
N/A
MinimumN/A
MedianN/A
MaximumAnnual Pay
$4,397
Minimum$39,027
Median$121,196
MaximumCompared to: All Management
Hourly Pay
$16.70
Minimum$45.17
Median$58.17
MaximumAnnual Pay
$10,632
Minimum$55,002
Median$124,014
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Managers in this group plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate operations within publishing firms, film, theatre and record production companies and broadcasting facilities. They work for radio and television stations, by newspaper, periodical and book publishing firms, and by film, theatre, record and video production companies.
Job duties
Managers in this group:
- Create systems and implement policies.
- Plan and maintain production schedules.
- Prepare and control budgets.
- Hire and supervise staff.
- Consult with government regulatory agencies to evaluate and review programs and policies, and to make sure activities meet regulations.
- Approve development of articles, books, films, broadcasts, musical recordings and theatre productions, and work with authors, composers, producers and directors.
Sample job titles
- ballet company director
- book publishing manager
- broadcasting manager
- copyright manager
- dance company director
- editor-in-chief
- managing editor
- publishing manager
- radio programming manager
- radio station manager
- television station manager
- theatre company manager
- video production company manager
Skills
You need good organizational and managerial skills. An ability to work under pressure is important. You must be decisive. You need to work well with others. Effective spoken and written communication skills are important.
Job requirements
- A university degree or college diploma in communications, broadcasting, journalism or other arts discipline.
- Several years of experience within the publishing, film production, broadcasting or theatre industry are usually required.
Other considerations
None
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Management
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
North Shore
Cape Breton
Annapolis Valley
Southern
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Information and cultural industries
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
65+
15-24
Compared to: All Management
45-54
35-44
55-64
25-34
65+
Top levels of education
Bachelor
$71,423 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$35,401 median annual incomeHigh school
N/ALess than high school
N/ACompared to: All Management
Bachelor
$71,875 median annual incomeHigh school
$42,294 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$50,256 median annual incomeMaster
$93,261 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$44,396 median annual incomeEducation & training
Broadcast Journalism
College or University ProgramThese programs focus on the methods and techniques for reporting, producing, and delivering news and news programs via radio, television, and video/film media and prepares students to be professional broadcast journalists, editors, producers, directors, and managers. They include courses in the principles of broadcast technology, broadcast reporting, on- and off-camera and microphone procedures and techniques, program, sound, and video/film editing, program design and production, media law and policy, and professional standards and ethics.
Institutions providing this program
English Language and Literature
College or University ProgramThese programs focus on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills, and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.
Institutions providing this program
Halifax, NS
Wolfville, NS
Sydney, NS
Journalism
College or University ProgramThese programs focus on the theory and practice of gathering, processing, and delivering news and that prepares students to be professional print journalists, news editors, and news managers. They include courses in news writing and editing, reporting, photojournalism, layout and graphic design, journalism law and policy, professional standards and ethics, research methods, and journalism history and criticism.
Institutions providing this program
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