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Game Designer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in game design, interactive media, or a related specialty field. Australian professionals can secure two-year renewable status with no lottery and no annual cap, making it one of the most direct paths to U.S. studio work.
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Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees such as paid leave and holidays. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.
Title: Casual Hire – Senior Producer of Game Day Events
Hiring Unit: UHM Athletics
Location: Sports Marketing
Date Posted: July 24, 2026
Closing Date: Continuous Recruitment
Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
Other Consideration: Position is a temporary casual hire position and offers no benefits, hours not to exceed 19.75 hours per week. Continuous recruitment.
Duties and Responsibilities (*denotes essential duties)
- Under the supervision of the Director of Marketing and Fan Engagement, individual must operate the following units during UH sporting events.
- Operates the Daktronics Video Board Systems at the Stan Sheriff Center, T.C. Ching Athletics Complex, Les Murakami Baseball Stadium, and the Rainbow Wahine Softball Stadium, and the Broadcast Pix switcher-board system at the Stan Sheriff Center.
- Provides scoreboard content that provides live game action, replays, statistics, and promotional activities.
- Features Corporate Partner brands and messages, as well as fan information.
- Trains student game day managers on Video Board and Camera Operators.
- Operates the Sony HD wireless video camera during sporting events at the Stan Sheriff Center.
- Captures on-court promotional contests and interactive activities with fans in the stands.
- Responsible for video equipment, including securing equipment daily, and maintaining the operations of the camera.
- Troubleshoots technical issues that might arise with the camera during events.
- Serves as Gameday DJ using discretion in selecting appropriate songs from the song library spanning numerous decades and genres.
- Keeps the game day energy high and the student-athletes, staff and fans entertained throughout the game.
- Maintains a collaborative and positive working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals and appropriate relationships with members of the media, donors, and other individuals interested in Athletics.
- Maintains confidentiality to include but not limited to information, files and records that the incumbent may obtain or possess, in accordance with federal and state laws and University of Hawaii policies.
- Knows, recognizes and complies with the laws, policies, rules and regulations governing the University of Hawai‘i and its employees, and the rules of the NCAA and affiliated conferences as now constituted or as may be amended in the future. Immediately advises the Director of Athletics or designee if there are reasonable cause to believe violations, whether by employees, students, or others, have occurred or will occur.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university.
- Some experience in entertainment production.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
- Demonstrate the ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve the full range of problems that may commonly occur in a professional environment.
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Must be able to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a time-sensitive environment.
- Excellent project management skills.
- Ability to maintain composure while under the stress, pressure and time-sensitive demands of the job.
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
- Knowledge of MAC and PC based computer systems and software.
- Or equivalent education/training or experience.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in the media industry.
To Apply:
Inquiries: Eric Mathews, Director of Marketing, ericmath@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Description
Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees such as paid leave and holidays. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.
Title: Casual Hire – Senior Producer of Game Day Events
Hiring Unit: UHM Athletics
Location: Sports Marketing
Date Posted: July 24, 2026
Closing Date: Continuous Recruitment
Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
Other Consideration: Position is a temporary casual hire position and offers no benefits, hours not to exceed 19.75 hours per week. Continuous recruitment.
Duties and Responsibilities (*denotes essential duties)
- Under the supervision of the Director of Marketing and Fan Engagement, individual must operate the following units during UH sporting events.
- Operates the Daktronics Video Board Systems at the Stan Sheriff Center, T.C. Ching Athletics Complex, Les Murakami Baseball Stadium, and the Rainbow Wahine Softball Stadium, and the Broadcast Pix switcher-board system at the Stan Sheriff Center.
- Provides scoreboard content that provides live game action, replays, statistics, and promotional activities.
- Features Corporate Partner brands and messages, as well as fan information.
- Trains student game day managers on Video Board and Camera Operators.
- Operates the Sony HD wireless video camera during sporting events at the Stan Sheriff Center.
- Captures on-court promotional contests and interactive activities with fans in the stands.
- Responsible for video equipment, including securing equipment daily, and maintaining the operations of the camera.
- Troubleshoots technical issues that might arise with the camera during events.
- Serves as Gameday DJ using discretion in selecting appropriate songs from the song library spanning numerous decades and genres.
- Keeps the game day energy high and the student-athletes, staff and fans entertained throughout the game.
- Maintains a collaborative and positive working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals and appropriate relationships with members of the media, donors, and other individuals interested in Athletics.
- Maintains confidentiality to include but not limited to information, files and records that the incumbent may obtain or possess, in accordance with federal and state laws and University of Hawaii policies.
- Knows, recognizes and complies with the laws, policies, rules and regulations governing the University of Hawai‘i and its employees, and the rules of the NCAA and affiliated conferences as now constituted or as may be amended in the future. Immediately advises the Director of Athletics or designee if there are reasonable cause to believe violations, whether by employees, students, or others, have occurred or will occur.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university.
- Some experience in entertainment production.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
- Demonstrate the ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve the full range of problems that may commonly occur in a professional environment.
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Must be able to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a time-sensitive environment.
- Excellent project management skills.
- Ability to maintain composure while under the stress, pressure and time-sensitive demands of the job.
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
- Knowledge of MAC and PC based computer systems and software.
- Or equivalent education/training or experience.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in the media industry.
To Apply:
Inquiries: Eric Mathews, Director of Marketing, ericmath@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Game Designer
Align your portfolio to specialty occupation standards
Your portfolio needs to demonstrate degree-level expertise, not just creative output. Highlight systems design, narrative architecture, or technical design work that maps directly to your qualification field, since consular officers assess degree-to-role fit during E-3 visa interviews.
Target studios with existing LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify game studios that have filed Labor Condition Applications before. Prior LCA filings signal that a studio's HR and legal teams already understand the E-3 process and won't hesitate at the offer stage.
Clarify contract and remote work limitations upfront
E-3 status is employer-specific, so freelance arrangements and multi-studio contracts don't qualify. Confirm with hiring managers early that the role is a direct W-2 position, not a contractor or vendor engagement, before investing time in the interview process.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA and visa paperwork
Once you have an offer, the LCA must be certified by the DOL before your consulate appointment can proceed. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end, so the post-offer timeline doesn't stall on unfamiliar government forms.
Prepare a specialty occupation response for your interview
Consular officers sometimes question whether game design roles constitute a specialty occupation. Have a concise explanation ready that connects your specific job duties, your degree field, and the industry standard requiring degree-level qualifications for that type of design work.
Time your application around studio hiring cycles
Major studios typically headcount-plan after annual releases or funding rounds. Targeting your outreach in the months following a major launch increases the chance a studio is actively budgeting for new hires and willing to initiate sponsorship paperwork alongside an offer.
E-3 Visa Game Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Game Designer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search, as it surfaces Game Designer roles at employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history. Standard job platforms don't filter by visa sponsorship willingness, so you can spend significant time reaching roles where the employer has never sponsored and isn't prepared to start.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Game Designer role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific related field such as game design, interactive media, computer science, or digital arts. Roles where any general degree satisfies the requirement, or where the employer treats the degree as preferred rather than required, can face scrutiny at the consulate. The job offer and LCA must reflect a genuine degree requirement tied to the specific discipline.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Australian Game Designers?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no numerical cap, so an Australian game designer with a qualifying offer can apply at any time of year and receive a decision at the consulate, often within weeks. The H-1B visa requires entering a randomised lottery in March for work authorisation starting the following October, meaning the earliest a new H-1B holder can start is roughly seven months after registration, and selection isn't guaranteed. For Australians, the E-3 is a substantially faster and more predictable path.
What happens to my E-3 status if my studio is acquired or undergoes layoffs?
E-3 status is tied to a specific employer and approved LCA, so an acquisition that changes your legal employer entity or a layoff that ends your employment terminates your authorised status. You have a 60-day grace period to secure a new qualifying position and initiate a fresh E-3 filing. If the acquiring company retains you under the same role and employment terms, your new employer will need to file a new LCA and you'll need an updated E-3 before your current approval period ends.