CPT Production Supervisor Jobs
Production Supervisor CPT jobs let F-1 students apply operations management coursework directly on the production floor. Your DSO must authorize the position as an integral part of your degree before you start, and the role must align with your program's field of study, typically industrial engineering, supply chain, or manufacturing management.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Brooklyn, NY
Work Setting: On-site / Production-based
About the Role
Support Puff Media’s livestream, video, photo, content, and event productions with equipment preparation, technical setup, and onsite production operations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, test, organize, and pack cameras, lighting, audio, and grip equipment
- Assist with camera rigs, lighting setups, stands, cables, backdrops, and technical setup
- Support production teams during shoots and livestreams
- Manage batteries, media cards, cables, and equipment changes
- Track equipment inventory and check-in/check-out records
- Maintain production gear and studio organization
- Support onsite setup and breakdown
Requirements
- Background in film, production, photography, media, or related field
- Hands-on experience with cameras, lighting, audio, grip, or rigging equipment preferred
- Understanding of safe equipment setup and handling
- Portfolio, production credits, or technical work examples preferred
- Able to lift and transport production equipment
- Flexible availability for production schedules
Compensation
Stipend or $18–$20/hour
Hours may include occasional mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Work Setting: On-site / Production-based
About the Role
Support Puff Media’s livestream, video, photo, content, and event productions with equipment preparation, technical setup, and onsite production operations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, test, organize, and pack cameras, lighting, audio, and grip equipment
- Assist with camera rigs, lighting setups, stands, cables, backdrops, and technical setup
- Support production teams during shoots and livestreams
- Manage batteries, media cards, cables, and equipment changes
- Track equipment inventory and check-in/check-out records
- Maintain production gear and studio organization
- Support onsite setup and breakdown
Requirements
- Background in film, production, photography, media, or related field
- Hands-on experience with cameras, lighting, audio, grip, or rigging equipment preferred
- Understanding of safe equipment setup and handling
- Portfolio, production credits, or technical work examples preferred
- Able to lift and transport production equipment
- Flexible availability for production schedules
Compensation
Stipend or $18–$20/hour
Hours may include occasional mornings, evenings, and weekends.
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Get Access To All JobsProduction Supervisor CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Supervisor role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the role is directly tied to your enrolled program and your school approves it. Production Supervisor positions typically qualify for students in industrial engineering, supply chain management, or manufacturing operations programs. Your DSO will verify that the job duties align with your curriculum before issuing CPT authorization on your I-20.
Can I do CPT as a Production Supervisor if my degree is in business administration?
It depends on how your school defines curricular relevance. Many business administration programs include operations management or organizational behavior tracks that directly support a Production Supervisor role. Bring the job description to your DSO along with your course catalog showing relevant coursework. Some schools require a faculty or advisor sign-off confirming the connection.
How do I find Production Supervisor employers who understand CPT work authorization?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point, it lists employers with documented experience hiring international students, so you're not educating HR from scratch. On-campus career fairs with manufacturing and logistics recruiters are also effective, since those employers often recruit F-1 students specifically and have established CPT onboarding processes.
What documents does my employer need before my CPT start date?
Your employer needs a copy of your updated I-20 showing CPT authorization with the correct employer name, start date, and part-time or full-time designation. They'll also complete Section 2 of Form I-9 using your I-20 and your foreign passport as identity and work authorization documents. Some employers also request your SEVIS ID for E-Verify purposes.
Does full-time CPT as a Production Supervisor affect my OPT eligibility?
Yes. Twelve months or more of full-time CPT authorization eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, per USCIS rules. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, does not affect OPT. If you're considering a full-time Production Supervisor CPT placement lasting a year or longer, discuss the OPT tradeoff with your DSO before accepting the offer.