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H-1B visa jobs for Box Office Manager roles exist at employers who structure the position around degree-level responsibilities in arts administration, business, or a related field. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering up to three years of status with extension to six.
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INTRODUCTION
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Box Office Manager will control all ticket inventories, oversee the processing of orders and payments, and handle daily operations of the venue box office. Utilizing ticketing software (Ticketmaster), the Box Office Manager will create ticketing for events and financial reports, manage and participate in the development and administration of an annual budget, oversee the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies, and monitor expenditures. The Box Office Manager is responsible for the selection, training, motivation, and evaluation of all Box Office personnel, and the management of all aspects of customer service related to internal and external customers.
This role pays an annual salary of $50,000.
Benefits for Full-Time Roles: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
This position will remain open until December 31, 2026.
Responsibilities
- Build all events in the ticketing system, including seating manifests, price tables, hold/kills, discounts, pre-sales, etc.
- Oversee all financial reconciliation in regard to daily reports, monthly reports, and event settlement.
- Manage ticket inventory and maintain accurate ticketing information across sales channels.
- Act as systems administrator for the venue’s ticketing system and liaison between staff, promoters, presenters, and the facility.
- Responsible for system upgrades, occasional testing of new software, and routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Update and relay all box-office-related event information to each department and client.
- Investigate and resolve ticket-related issues, including assisting customers with mobile ticketing issues.
- Responsible for all ticket holder customer service-related upgrades, priority point systems, etc.
- Responsible for the collection of all ticket monies, tracking of accounts payable/receivable, and preparation of sales reports/ticket revenue updates (this includes parking monies).
- Ensure ticket orders, payments, account information, and records are processed accurately & efficiently.
- Maintain accurate sales reports/ticket revenue updates.
- Work with sales and marketing departments along with event promoters to set up various ticket discounts and promotions.
- Oversee will call for all ticketed events and ensure compliance with all relevant ticket laws.
- Process/fill approved charity ticket requests; document all complimentary tickets issued.
- Track attendance for all events, including pre-sales, walk-ups, promotions, discounts, etc.
- Manage all aspects of customer service as it relates to both internal and external customers, enforcing Oak View Group's principles and corporate initiatives.
- Manage box office operations before, during, and after events, ensuring efficient guest flow and resolution of escalated guest concerns.
- Oversee the creation and control of the fiscal budget for the Box Office department.
- Develop and implement comprehensive ticket sales programs.
- Recruit, train, schedule, develop, and evaluate part-time box office team members, fostering a culture of accountability and exceptional guest service.
- Monitor staffing levels to ensure efficient labor utilization while delivering exceptional guest service during event operations.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal/external customers.
- Analyze challenges, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of organizational objectives.
- Comprehend and make inferences from written sales materials.
- Maintain accurate event documentation, archival records, and operational files in accordance with company standards.
- Exercise confidentiality and integrity upon handling customer personal/financial information.
- Complete all duties with a customer service focus through teamwork and dedication to Oak View Group’s principles.
- Other duties and projects assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business management, sports management, business administration, or another related field.
- 3-5 years of increasingly responsible box office/ticketing experience, preferably with a sports facility, convention center, performing arts facility, or other multi-purpose public assembly facility.
- Knowledge of operational characteristics, services, and activities of stadium, arena, public assembly facility, or convention center sales programs.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, graphic design, PowerPoint, and Internet software.
- Familiarity with Ticketmaster ticketing software.
- Knowledge of terminology used in box office/sales settings.
- Knowledge of principles of budget preparation and control.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Make basic arithmetic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) either manually or through the use of a calculator.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, days, evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays, extended (long) work days, and extended numbers of days.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference:
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Box Office Manager
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Box Office Manager doesn't automatically qualify as a specialty occupation. Build your application around degree-level duties: revenue forecasting, CRM system management, or contract negotiation. Your resume and offer letter need to show that a bachelor's degree in business, arts administration, or a related field is genuinely required for the role.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the certified prevailing wage for your metro area before you enter salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must meet or exceed that wage level, so knowing the floor protects you from offers that can't legally support sponsorship.
Target arts organizations with sponsorship history
Performing arts centers, major sports venues, and university event spaces are the most likely sponsors for this role. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B visa LCA filing history for arts and entertainment management positions, filtered by city.
Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA
If the role involves managing box office operations across multiple venues, each worksite needs its own DOL-certified LCA before you can legally work there. Raise this with your employer's HR or immigration counsel early, especially for touring productions or multi-venue organizations.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation case
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your SOC code and identify tasks that map directly to your degree field. Employers and immigration attorneys use this to build the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition, so documenting the degree-to-duty match early strengthens the case.
Account for cap timing in your start date planning
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so don't assume a standard timeline. Work with your employer's counsel to align your offer letter start date with realistic USCIS adjudication windows, and ask whether premium processing is on the table to reduce uncertainty.
H-1B Visa Box Office Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Box Office Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. The role qualifies only when the employer structures it around duties that genuinely require a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as business administration, arts management, or finance. Generic ticketing or customer service duties won't support the specialty occupation argument. The offer letter and I-129 petition need to document the degree-to-duty connection clearly, and USCIS will evaluate whether the position as described meets the threshold.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Box Office Manager positions?
Performing arts organizations, major sports franchises, university event venues, and large-scale entertainment complexes are the most active sponsors. These employers tend to have established immigration infrastructure and frame the role around revenue management, analytics, and contract administration rather than front-line ticketing. You can browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for arts and entertainment management roles on Migrate Mate.
What does the H-1B Labor Condition Application process involve for this role?
Your employer files the LCA with DOL before submitting the I-129 petition to USCIS. The LCA certifies that the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your occupation and location, and that hiring you won't displace U.S. workers. Each worksite must have its own certified LCA. You can verify the prevailing wage for your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer.
How long does H-1B status last for a Box Office Manager, and can it be renewed?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a maximum of six years. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a PERM labor certification that has been pending for 365 days or more. Each extension requires a new I-129 petition from your employer, and the LCA must remain certified for the extension period.
What credentials strengthen an H-1B petition for a Box Office Manager applying in the arts sector?
A bachelor's degree in arts administration, business, marketing, or a directly related field is the foundation. Beyond the degree, documentation of specialized skills such as CRM platform management, revenue optimization, or ticketing system administration strengthens the specialty occupation argument. The O*NET occupation profile for your SOC code can help you map your duties to degree-level requirements in the petition narrative.