Self employed video editor or photo editor? Which one do I qualify for?

[Mirka2020]

Hi everyone,

I would like to apply in the near future to immigrate to Canada under self employed programme but I am slightly confused which occupation/job title to choose. I am currently self employed freelancer, I specialize in video editing, motion graphics but I also do and I am quite good at photo editing/retouching and web design. My qualifications are Access to Higher Education Diploma (Media) where I learned how to retouch photographs with Photoshop and Bachelor of Arts degree in Television Production and Screen Media where I learned how to edit videos and create motion graphics. I have learned Web design myself so therefore have no qualification for that.

Here comes my question- should I apply under 5221 category- Photographers as a retoucher - photography even though I don't have a degree from photography, only studied Photoshop module in Access to HE Diploma or should I apply under 5131 Producers, Directors, Choreographers and Related Occupations category as a film editor although I don't edit films, only projects on small scale, usually 3-4 minutes long videos, commercials etc. Or is there some other category I might be missing? Thank you everyone in advance for your help

 

[Nellaquantise]

Hey, since it's been a while since you posted this I was wondering which one did you go for at the end? I'm in a similar position.

 

[JoanBryant]

Haha. I am also wondering.

 

[comerunning19]

IMO, you should ensure that your 2 years+ experience is fully reflected in the listed job duties of the major NOC claimed in your application.
If you have a secondary NOC, you may explain it in the 'business plan'.
And, make sure that every claimed experience is backed up with evidence.

 

[milon45]

Hi everyone,

I would like to apply in the near future to immigrate to Canada under self employed programme but I am slightly confused which occupation/job title to choose. I am currently self employed freelancer, I specialize in video editing, motion graphics but I also do and I am quite good at photo editing/retouching and web design. My qualifications are Access to Higher Education Diploma (Media) where I learned how to retouch photographs with Photoshop and Bachelor of Arts degree in Television Production and Screen Media where I learned how to edit videos and create motion graphics. I have learned Web design myself so therefore have no qualification for that.

Here comes my question- should I apply under 5221 category- Photographers as a retoucher - photography even though I don't have a degree from photography, only studied Photoshop module in Access to HE Diploma or should I apply under 5131 Producers, Directors, Choreographers and Related Occupations category as a film editor although I don't edit films, only projects on small scale Lightroom vs Lightroom Classic, usually 3-4 minutes long videos, commercials etc. Or is there some other category I might be missing? Thank you everyone in advance for your help

iven your background and skills, the most suitable category for your application to the self-employed program in Canada would likely be 5131 - Producers, Directors, Choreographers, and Related Occupations. This category encompasses a wide range of media-related professions, including those involved in video editing and motion graphics, which aligns well with your qualifications and experience. While you do not edit feature films, the nature of your work in video editing for small-scale projects and commercials fits within the broader scope of this category. Applying under 5221 - Photographers might be less appropriate since your primary expertise and experience seem to be more focused on video rather than photography, despite your skills in photo retouching. Therefore, it would be best to apply under category 5131 as it more accurately reflects your professional activities and expertise.

 

[rcincanada2019]

Hi, what programs do you work with when processing your images? I heard that you can convert NEF files online for free and you don't need to download anything.
What do you think about it?

I think that links provided by anonymous users that has nothing to do with immigration is a click bait for hackers to gain access to your system. So don’t be stupid clicking on links.