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Multimedia Specialist green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Per-country backlogs mean your priority date determines when you can adjust status or pursue consular processing to lawful permanent residence.
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University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer, Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Graphic Design & Multimedia Production Specialist
Job Profile Title
Designer, Publications Senior
Job Description Summary
The Online Educational Initiatives team in the Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy (MEHP) is seeking a Graphic Design and Multimedia Production Specialist. The Graphic Design and Multimedia Production Specialist conveys the high-quality teaching and learning experience of online education from MEHP, including the Master of Health Care Innovation (MHCI) program. As an integral member of the MEHP Online team, they create online course components, design marketing and program materials, and curate the look and feel of the MHCI and related programs.
Job Description
The Graphic Design and Multimedia Production Specialist position conveys the high-quality teaching and learning experience of online education from the Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy, including the Master of Health Care Innovation program. The main areas of work are:
1) design and post-production of online course content, including lecture videos with slides, handouts, and LMS graphics; and
2) design of digital marketing materials. Print design, especially for program events, and asset curation are also required.
The specialist must be able to identify salient course concepts from an instructor’s script and raw video, then create multimedia content that clearly communicates faculty expertise and supports learning objectives through best practices in design and online education. Their work must meet accessibility and copyright requirements and adhere to style guidelines.
Design projects include graphics and post-production for videos in graduate online courses; course handouts; digital ads, email templates, and promotional materials; and collateral for program events and presentations.
As an integral member of the MEHP Online team, the specialist curates the look and feel of the MHCI and related programs. Their work reaches prospects, students, faculty, and University and industry leaders. The specialist collaborates with instructional design, marketing, and program directors, as well as with faculty and video producers. The successful candidate must respond to various styles and strengths of a cross-disciplinary faculty while adhering to standards and deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects.
To apply: Along with a résumé, candidates must submit a cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be reviewed. In your cover letter, briefly describe a professional situation when you did not receive all of the information you needed for a design project and your primary contact was busy. How did you manage the ambiguity? Also, explain your interest in this role.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$65,628.00 - $85,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
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Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
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Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
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Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
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Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
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Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
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Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
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Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
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University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
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Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
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Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
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Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
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Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Multimedia Specialist
Document your specialized multimedia credentials early
Gather degree transcripts, professional certifications, and a portfolio demonstrating multimedia production work before approaching employers. PERM requires your employer to define the minimum requirements for the role, so your credentials must clearly match what USCIS reviews in the I-140 stage.
Find employers with active green card sponsorship history
Use Migrate Mate to search for Multimedia Specialist roles at employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you're targeting companies already familiar with the PERM and I-140 process rather than those encountering it for the first time.
Distinguish EB-2 and EB-3 eligibility for your profile
If your Multimedia Specialist role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, EB-2 applies. If the role requires a bachelor's degree or two years of training, EB-3 is the right category. The classification affects your PERM filing and your priority date queue.
Check your country's priority date backlog before accepting an offer
Nationals of high-demand countries like India and China can face multi-year waits before their priority date becomes current. Review the monthly Visa Bulletin before committing to a sponsorship timeline, since your PERM approval date becomes the priority date that controls when you can file for adjustment of status.
Understand what happens during the PERM recruitment test
Your employer must conduct a DOL-mandated recruitment test to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the Multimedia Specialist role. Gaps in your resume or a job description that doesn't reflect your actual duties can create complications during PERM, so align your credentials with the posted position requirements early.
Use AC21 portability if you need to change employers mid-process
Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar multimedia occupation without losing your place in the queue. Your original I-140 must have been approved, and the new role must remain comparable in duties and requirements.
Green Card Multimedia Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Multimedia Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or only EB-3 green card sponsorship?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. If the role requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive multimedia experience, EB-2 applies. If the role requires a bachelor's degree or two years of relevant training or experience, EB-3 is appropriate. The employer locks in the minimum requirements during PERM, so it's worth discussing the classification before the labor certification is filed.
How does green card sponsorship for a Multimedia Specialist differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship is permanent. The employer files a PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, then an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, followed by adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country numerical limits mean nationals of high-demand countries can wait years for a current priority date. H-1B visa is temporary, capped, and subject to an annual lottery. The PERM process is more involved for employers, so not every company willing to file an H-1B will sponsor a green card.
How do I find Multimedia Specialist jobs where employers will sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lists Multimedia Specialist roles at employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you're not wasting applications on companies unfamiliar with the PERM process. Filtering your search to sponsors with an established track record significantly increases your chances of reaching the offer stage with a company already set up to file.
What is the PERM labor certification process for a Multimedia Specialist position?
PERM is a Department of Labor process that requires your employer to conduct a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. workers are available for the specific role. The employer must also obtain a prevailing wage determination from the OFLC Wage Search tool and demonstrate the offered salary meets that threshold. Only after DOL certifies the PERM application can the employer file the I-140 petition with USCIS. The process can take several months before the I-140 stage even begins.
Can I keep my green card sponsorship if I change multimedia jobs after the I-485 is filed?
Yes, under AC21 job portability rules, once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, you can move to a new employer in the same or a similar multimedia occupation without losing your priority date or your place in the queue. Your original I-140 must have been approved before you make the switch, and the new role must be comparable in duties and requirements to the one covered by your PERM certification.