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Creative Lead roles qualify for green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3 when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a design, communications, or related field. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL before petitioning USCIS, making this a path to permanent residency rather than a temporary status.
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PRIMARY LOCATION
Burnet Campus
DEPARTMENT
Marketing & Comm Admin
SHIFT
Day (United States of America)
SCHEDULE
Full time
WEEKLY HOURS
40
FTE
1
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular
EXPECTED STARTING PAY RANGE
$63,086.40 - $80,558.40
Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.
This position requires on-site studio and location filming, travel between organizational locations and occasional evening or weekend assignments. The role includes transporting and setting up production equipment, with reasonable accommodations as applicable. Some travel required.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Videographer/Editor captures and edits high-quality video that supports Cincinnati Children’s marketing, communications, recruitment, patient education and philanthropic initiatives. Working under the direction of the Multimedia Manager and in collaboration with producers and creative strategists, this position brings approved creative concepts and story plans to life through strong camera work, lighting, audio and editing.
The ideal candidate combines technical proficiency with visual storytelling skills, works collaboratively and takes ownership of assigned shoots, edits and deadlines.
IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:
- Capture and edit interviews, supporting footage and other video content.
- Operate camera, lighting and audio equipment across studio and location shoots.
- Collaborate with creative partners to execute concepts and story plans.
- Complete editing, color correction, audio, captions and graphics.
- Develop video for digital, social, broadcast and internal channels.
- Manage projects, deadlines, footage, files and production equipment.
- Maintain brand, technical, accessibility, privacy and consent standards.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
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Customer service - In collaboration with senior creative staff, consult with multidepartment internal clients on goals and objectives of complex projects. Support review process with internal clients, including feedback/client input; provide guidance and advice when appropriate and successfully integrate client input without compromising effectiveness/appropriateness of the final product or institutional brand. Manage personal timelines and be accountable for delivery of assigned projects. With the support of senior creative staff, provide creative direction to interns and freelancers on a limited basis. Create working relationships with vendors/freelancers. Must work seamlessly in our project management systems and asset library.
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Production - Must be well-versed on all aspects of the master brand and know and understand brand guidelines for all mediums and audiences (i.e., digital, print, promotional, environmental, editorial). Create/manage creation of products appropriate to the position (i.e., video, copywriting, design). Collaborate with senior Creative Services staff on enterprise-wide conceptual design projects, campaigns, or other large initiatives as assigned. Actively participate in brand review and provide feedback/guidance to freelancers, vendors and interns/junior staff.
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Collaboration - Work collaboratively/cooperatively with others to achieve goals. Proactively adjust one's style and/or efforts to complement those of the team. Develop positive working relationships with peers/colleagues. Share knowledge and/or provide support for team members. Contribute to and promote a positive and professional work environment/atmosphere.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in a related field
2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
SKILLS YOU'LL BRING
- Professional video production and editing experience supported by a portfolio.
- Expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro, camera operation, lighting and audio.
- A strong eye for visual storytelling, pacing and composition.
- Experience creating video for a variety of platforms and formats.
- Strong collaboration, organization and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Professionalism and sensitivity when working with patients, families, clinicians and colleagues.
- Relevant education, training or equivalent professional experience.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Experience filming in healthcare or other sensitive settings.
- Skills in After Effects, motion graphics and multicamera editing.
- Familiarity with Workfront or similar tools.
- Experience bringing patient, employee or educational stories to life through video.
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Creative Lead
Document your creative portfolio strategically
PERM requires your employer to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available. A portfolio demonstrating specialized skills in brand strategy, campaign direction, or cross-functional creative leadership strengthens the position's requirements and helps justify the role's specialty-occupation basis.
Target employers with active PERM history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure database to find companies that have filed PERM applications for Creative Lead or Art Director roles. Repeat filers already have legal and HR infrastructure in place, reducing delays caused by employer inexperience with the sponsorship process.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsors
Migrate Mate lets you search Creative Lead openings specifically at employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never run a PERM. Filtering by sponsorship intent before applying saves months of back-and-forth.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility early
Creative Lead roles typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled-worker positions, but if the role requires a master's degree or equivalent, ask your employer to evaluate EB-2 filing. Your country of birth determines how much the classification affects your wait time.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer timeline
USCIS and DOL processing means the full sponsorship sequence takes two to four years from PERM filing to green card approval in most cases. Confirm during the offer stage whether your employer is willing to start the PERM process within your first year of employment.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for Creative Lead positions in your metro area before you finalize compensation terms.
Green Card Creative Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Creative Lead role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Creative Lead positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled-worker roles requiring a bachelor's degree in design, communications, fine arts, or a closely related field. EB-2 is available if the employer can demonstrate the role requires an advanced degree or if you meet the national interest waiver criteria. Your employer's legal counsel determines which category fits the specific job description.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with a two-year initial period and annual cap lottery risk. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency and has no annual cap at the EB-3 level, meaning your petition won't be rejected by lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: the full PERM, I-140, and adjustment-of-status sequence typically takes two to four years, compared to a few months for an H-1B approval.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for Creative Lead roles?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL attesting that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position at the prevailing wage. DOL requires a formal recruitment period, including job postings and documentation of each applicant considered. For creative roles, the job requirements in the PERM must accurately reflect the actual duties, degree field, and any specialized skills like brand strategy or integrated campaign direction. USCIS reviews the I-140 petition after DOL certifies the PERM.
Which employers actively sponsor green cards for Creative Lead positions?
Advertising agencies, in-house marketing departments at large consumer brands, tech companies with sizable creative teams, and media companies are the most consistent sponsors for Creative Lead roles. The most reliable way to identify them is by searching for companies with PERM filing history specific to this title. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with documented green card sponsorship history so you can focus your search on companies already familiar with the process.
Can I change jobs after my employer files the PERM application?
Leaving your employer before USCIS approves the I-140 petition generally restarts the entire sponsorship process. After I-140 approval and once your priority date is current, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a similar role without losing your place in the green card queue. Creative Lead and related creative director titles are generally considered similar enough to qualify for portability, but confirm this with an immigration attorney before making a move.