Festival organizer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for festival organizer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for festival organizer is 12103 (Conference and event planners), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
12103
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 12103 covers
Conference and event planners plan, organize and coordinate conferences, conventions, meetings, seminars, exhibitions, trade shows, festivals and other events. They are employed by tourism associations, trade and professional associations, convention and conference centres, governments and by conference and event planning companies, or they may be self-employed.
| Unit group | 12103 — Conference and event planners |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Business, finance and administration occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Meet with trade and professional associations and other groups to promote and discuss conference, convention and trade show services
- Meet with sponsors and organizing committees to plan the scope and format of events, to establish and monitor budgets and to review administrative procedures and progress of events
- Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, conference and other facilities, catering, signage, displays, translation, special needs requirements, audio-visual equipment, printing and security
- Organize registration of participants, prepare programs and promotional material, and publicize events
- Plan entertainment and social gatherings for participants
- Hire, train and supervise support staff required for events
To use NOC 12103 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 12103 →
Other job titles under NOC 12103
- Conference and meeting planner
- Conference planner
- Conference services officer
- Convention coordinator
- Event planner
- Meeting planner
- Special events organizer
Calculate your CRS score → · All job titles A–Z · High-wage list
Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for festival organizer?+
In NOC 2021, "festival organizer" is an example title in unit group 12103 — Conference and event planners. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Business, finance and administration occupations" broad category.
Is festival organizer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 12103 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does festival organizer get extra CRS points?+
NOC 12103 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a festival organizer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 12103 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says festival organizer but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 12103. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.