H-1B Visa Newscast Producer Jobs
Newscast Producer roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field. Broadcast networks, local news stations, and digital media companies all file H-1B petitions for producers. The annual cap means timing your job search around the April filing window matters.
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ABC7 Los Angeles is looking to hire a staff Newswriter/Newscast Producer to join Southern California's news leader. We are looking for a bold producer and writer with an eye for breaking news and big story coverage who is looking to make an impact in a collaborative and innovative newsroom. This person will work a morning producing shift on weekends and write for newscasts three mornings during the week and fill-in as producer when needed.
Candidates must be great writers and storytellers who also understand the role that digital, streaming and social media play in reaching viewers and creating high-impact content. This person plays a key role on our weekend morning team. ABC7 is focused on owning big story coverage and serving a diverse audience in the second largest market in the country, and we are looking for people to help us make that happen every day.
This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.
Responsibilities:
- Write and produce for weekend and weekday morning newscasts as assigned
- Linear editing of video and booth newscasts
- Work with reporters, editors, directors, and others to shape stories and newscasts
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 4 years experience
- Must be a self-starter, have great news judgment, thrive on breaking news and deadline pressure
- Efficient and excellent writer
- Organized, collaborative and good at managing people and resources
- Must have an eye for impact, relevance and moments that connect with viewers
- Effectively use social media to gather and distribute news
- Must be willing to work holidays, weekends, and overnights
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of Dalet, non-linear editing, and Ross XPression
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree
COMPENSATION
The pay rate for this role in Glendale, California is $24.50 to $42.50 per hour. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
This position is covered under the NABET-CWA – ABC Master Agreement.
To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
INTRODUCTION
ABC7 Los Angeles is looking to hire a staff Newswriter/Newscast Producer to join Southern California's news leader. We are looking for a bold producer and writer with an eye for breaking news and big story coverage who is looking to make an impact in a collaborative and innovative newsroom. This person will work a morning producing shift on weekends and write for newscasts three mornings during the week and fill-in as producer when needed.
Candidates must be great writers and storytellers who also understand the role that digital, streaming and social media play in reaching viewers and creating high-impact content. This person plays a key role on our weekend morning team. ABC7 is focused on owning big story coverage and serving a diverse audience in the second largest market in the country, and we are looking for people to help us make that happen every day.
This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.
Responsibilities:
- Write and produce for weekend and weekday morning newscasts as assigned
- Linear editing of video and booth newscasts
- Work with reporters, editors, directors, and others to shape stories and newscasts
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 4 years experience
- Must be a self-starter, have great news judgment, thrive on breaking news and deadline pressure
- Efficient and excellent writer
- Organized, collaborative and good at managing people and resources
- Must have an eye for impact, relevance and moments that connect with viewers
- Effectively use social media to gather and distribute news
- Must be willing to work holidays, weekends, and overnights
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of Dalet, non-linear editing, and Ross XPression
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree
COMPENSATION
The pay rate for this role in Glendale, California is $24.50 to $42.50 per hour. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
This position is covered under the NABET-CWA – ABC Master Agreement.
To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Newscast Producer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree to directly relate to newscast production. A degree in journalism, broadcasting, or communications is straightforward. A degree in an unrelated field may require a credential evaluation showing equivalency to pass the specialty occupation test.
Target network affiliates over local independents
Network-affiliated stations and cable news organizations have established H-1B filing infrastructure and legal teams. Independent local stations often lack the resources to sponsor, so filtering by ownership group narrows your list to realistic sponsors.
Search H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Before applying, look up each station's H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate to confirm they've sponsored producers before. Past filings in your SOC code are the clearest signal an employer will file for your role.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Run your job title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before you negotiate so your offer clears the minimum USCIS will accept.
Get your LCA certified before your start date
Your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting your I-129 petition to USCIS. LCA certification typically takes seven business days, but delays at the start of the fiscal year are common. Build that window into your offer timeline.
Use the 60-day grace period strategically if laid off
If your sponsoring station eliminates your role, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new employer willing to file a transfer petition. Newscast producers with live show credits are in demand, so start outreach on day one, not day 50.
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Find Newscast Producer JobsNewscast Producer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Newscast Producer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS recognizes Newscast Producer as a specialty occupation because the role typically requires a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, broadcasting, or a closely related field. The O*NET profile for broadcast and sound engineering technicians and media-adjacent producers supports this classification. Your employer documents the degree requirement in the Labor Condition Application and I-129 petition.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Newscast Producers?
Network-owned stations (ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox affiliates), cable news organizations, and large digital media companies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for producers. Smaller independent stations and non-commercial public broadcasters sponsor less frequently because of cost and administrative burden. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for employers with verified LCA filing history in broadcast production roles.
How does the H-1B cap affect my job search timeline as a Newscast Producer?
The standard H-1B cap opens registration each March for an April 1 filing, with employment starting October 1 at the earliest. If you're on OPT when you receive a cap-subject offer, your OPT must cover the gap to October 1. Cap-exempt employers, such as public broadcasting entities affiliated with universities, can file year-round with no lottery.
Can I switch from one news station to another on H-1B status?
Yes. H-1B portability lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained lawful status. Your new employer files a fresh I-129 and LCA. You don't restart the six-year H-1B clock when transferring between stations.
Does a Newscast Producer need PERM labor certification for an H-1B?
No. PERM labor certification is part of the employment-based green card process, not the H-1B. Your employer only needs to file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS to sponsor your H-1B. PERM only becomes relevant if your employer later sponsors you for permanent residence through the EB-2 or EB-3 category.
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