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Location:
US-AZ - Phoenix
Position Type:
Full Time
Virtual Eligible:
Yes
Job Category:
Marketing
Ref #:
7560
Description and Requirements
At the University of Phoenix, we are committed to the future of work by providing a fully remote, work-from-home environment. This strategy enables us to attract top talent nationwide. Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the opportunity to make a significant impact while collaborating with a team of fun, innovative individuals? Would you prefer to work with an organization that positively contributes to the world? If so, we would love to hear from you!
Are you searching for a rewarding, fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the ability to make a big impact while working side-by-side with a team of fun, innovative people? Ideally, would you like this position to be with an organization that makes a positive contribution to the world? If so…we would love to hear from you!
About us
University of Phoenix is a leading higher education institution founded in 1976 by Dr. John Sperling. Our mission is to improve the lives of our students, their families and future generations through higher education. Our values (which hopefully you share) are: Brave. Honest. Focused.
Our University values and embraces all team members and their unique perspectives. We fundamentally believe in fostering an environment which deeply respects, celebrates, and actively encourages a diverse workforce. We are committed to hiring – and learning from – those who share our passion to help others achieve their educational aspirations.
We offer excellent benefits, an effective recognition program, and outstanding learning and development tools, including tuition vouchers for employees and their qualified family members.
About the Position
The Video Producer & Director is responsible for delivering high quality marketing, curriculum, and internal videos that advance our brand and contributes to adding value to the student experience at University of Phoenix. The Video Producer/Director manages and participates in many aspects of video creation and services including scheduling projects, operating equipment, directing, and editing. Depending on the project, the Video Producer & Director may be responsible for producing, directing, or assisting in various technical capacities.
What You’ll Do
-
Direct and produce video projects of varying complexity under general supervision.
-
Work directly with the client and channel managers to develop comprehensive creative solutions geared for multi-media, rich-media productions, events, and broadcasts.
-
Work with vendors on budgeting, project oversight, and deadline management.
-
Review scripts to ensure feasibility and alignment with clients’ needs while strategically implementing industry standards for user/viewer consumption.
-
Coordinate props, wardrobe, make up, set design, and the direction of all talent during the production, including overseeing co-worker’s sets when needed.
-
Perform quality assurance in all phases of production.
-
Oversee completion of assigned video projects in a timely manner, including script development, filming, editing, creative production and distribution of material.
-
Provide work direction to project team members and review products.
-
Operate audio/video/photography equipment as needed.
-
Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.
NOTE: The primary accountabilities above are intended to describe the general content and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or most of the primary accountabilities listed above. Specific goals or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager.
Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in television and film production or related field or equivalent work experience in commercial, broadcast, or business video production.
- Four (4) years of job related experience.
- Experience editing video, processing audio and video compression for Web delivery and multiple formats.
- Experience with producing and directing a diversity of production types including motion graphics, animation, commercial style video, standard “talking head” videos, and b-roll.
- Experience maintaining video archives.
- Experience selecting and using stock media.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- University of Phoenix experience, specific to delivering high quality marketing, curriculum, and internal videos.
- Experience with curriculum design.
- Experience with still photography.
- Experience with budgeting, supervising vendors and crew, and managing deadlines.
- Ability to take initiative to identify gaps in corporate asset library and acquire new footage/assets.
- Excellent written, verbal, and visual communications skills with all levels of staff including executive levels.
- Ability to organize, direct and communicate with crew members in an efficient, clear, and courteous manner.
- Ability to interview subjects and help them feel comfortable on-camera.
- Ability to execute in fast-paced and complex environment involving multiple subsidiaries, deadlines, conflicting priorities, and simultaneous projects.
- Innovative thinker able to apply analysis and creativity to problem-solving and solutions.
- Ability to effectively contribute while working independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency with Final Cut Pro, Motion, Adobe After Effects, Premiere and Photoshop.
Pay Range
The annual pay range for this position is $49,000 (minimum), $71,700 (midpoint), and $94,400 (maximum). Typical hiring range is between the minimum and midpoint of the above pay range. Actual starting base pay may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, location and budget. Compensation above the midpoint is generally associated with experienced, long-tenured employees who have demonstrated sustained performance and expertise in the role.
Your work is critical to helping adult learners achieve their dreams, and we’re committed to rewarding you for your efforts. We offer a competitive, comprehensive total rewards package designed to help you achieve your health, financial, educational and work-life balance goals.
Full-time employees are eligible for:
- Medical, dental and vision plans; Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Accounts; Life and Disability insurance; and our Wellness incentive program;
- Competitive 401(k) employer match;
- Substantial tuition discount for you and eligible dependents; and,
- A generous time off package, including paid vacation, sick time and company holidays.
Application Deadline is 09/22/2026.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
If you are an active-duty military member seeking employment when off-duty, compliance with Department of Defense Joint Ethics Regulation, 5500-7-R, is required prior to starting employment with University of Phoenix. You are advised to contact your base Judge Advocate General to seek such approval and answer any questions.
General Information
Location:
US-AZ - Phoenix
Position Type:
Full Time
Virtual Eligible:
Yes
Job Category:
Marketing
Ref #:
7560
Description and Requirements
At the University of Phoenix, we are committed to the future of work by providing a fully remote, work-from-home environment. This strategy enables us to attract top talent nationwide. Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the opportunity to make a significant impact while collaborating with a team of fun, innovative individuals? Would you prefer to work with an organization that positively contributes to the world? If so, we would love to hear from you!
Are you searching for a rewarding, fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the ability to make a big impact while working side-by-side with a team of fun, innovative people? Ideally, would you like this position to be with an organization that makes a positive contribution to the world? If so…we would love to hear from you!
About us
University of Phoenix is a leading higher education institution founded in 1976 by Dr. John Sperling. Our mission is to improve the lives of our students, their families and future generations through higher education. Our values (which hopefully you share) are: Brave. Honest. Focused.
Our University values and embraces all team members and their unique perspectives. We fundamentally believe in fostering an environment which deeply respects, celebrates, and actively encourages a diverse workforce. We are committed to hiring – and learning from – those who share our passion to help others achieve their educational aspirations.
We offer excellent benefits, an effective recognition program, and outstanding learning and development tools, including tuition vouchers for employees and their qualified family members.
About the Position
The Video Producer & Director is responsible for delivering high quality marketing, curriculum, and internal videos that advance our brand and contributes to adding value to the student experience at University of Phoenix. The Video Producer/Director manages and participates in many aspects of video creation and services including scheduling projects, operating equipment, directing, and editing. Depending on the project, the Video Producer & Director may be responsible for producing, directing, or assisting in various technical capacities.
What You’ll Do
-
Direct and produce video projects of varying complexity under general supervision.
-
Work directly with the client and channel managers to develop comprehensive creative solutions geared for multi-media, rich-media productions, events, and broadcasts.
-
Work with vendors on budgeting, project oversight, and deadline management.
-
Review scripts to ensure feasibility and alignment with clients’ needs while strategically implementing industry standards for user/viewer consumption.
-
Coordinate props, wardrobe, make up, set design, and the direction of all talent during the production, including overseeing co-worker’s sets when needed.
-
Perform quality assurance in all phases of production.
-
Oversee completion of assigned video projects in a timely manner, including script development, filming, editing, creative production and distribution of material.
-
Provide work direction to project team members and review products.
-
Operate audio/video/photography equipment as needed.
-
Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.
NOTE: The primary accountabilities above are intended to describe the general content and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or most of the primary accountabilities listed above. Specific goals or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager.
Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in television and film production or related field or equivalent work experience in commercial, broadcast, or business video production.
- Four (4) years of job related experience.
- Experience editing video, processing audio and video compression for Web delivery and multiple formats.
- Experience with producing and directing a diversity of production types including motion graphics, animation, commercial style video, standard “talking head” videos, and b-roll.
- Experience maintaining video archives.
- Experience selecting and using stock media.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- University of Phoenix experience, specific to delivering high quality marketing, curriculum, and internal videos.
- Experience with curriculum design.
- Experience with still photography.
- Experience with budgeting, supervising vendors and crew, and managing deadlines.
- Ability to take initiative to identify gaps in corporate asset library and acquire new footage/assets.
- Excellent written, verbal, and visual communications skills with all levels of staff including executive levels.
- Ability to organize, direct and communicate with crew members in an efficient, clear, and courteous manner.
- Ability to interview subjects and help them feel comfortable on-camera.
- Ability to execute in fast-paced and complex environment involving multiple subsidiaries, deadlines, conflicting priorities, and simultaneous projects.
- Innovative thinker able to apply analysis and creativity to problem-solving and solutions.
- Ability to effectively contribute while working independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency with Final Cut Pro, Motion, Adobe After Effects, Premiere and Photoshop.
Pay Range
The annual pay range for this position is $49,000 (minimum), $71,700 (midpoint), and $94,400 (maximum). Typical hiring range is between the minimum and midpoint of the above pay range. Actual starting base pay may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, location and budget. Compensation above the midpoint is generally associated with experienced, long-tenured employees who have demonstrated sustained performance and expertise in the role.
Your work is critical to helping adult learners achieve their dreams, and we’re committed to rewarding you for your efforts. We offer a competitive, comprehensive total rewards package designed to help you achieve your health, financial, educational and work-life balance goals.
Full-time employees are eligible for:
- Medical, dental and vision plans; Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Accounts; Life and Disability insurance; and our Wellness incentive program;
- Competitive 401(k) employer match;
- Substantial tuition discount for you and eligible dependents; and,
- A generous time off package, including paid vacation, sick time and company holidays.
Application Deadline is 09/22/2026.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
If you are an active-duty military member seeking employment when off-duty, compliance with Department of Defense Joint Ethics Regulation, 5500-7-R, is required prior to starting employment with University of Phoenix. You are advised to contact your base Judge Advocate General to seek such approval and answer any questions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Producer
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS scrutinizes Producer petitions because the role spans creative and business functions. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific Producer title and confirm your degree field maps directly to the duties listed in your offer letter.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Producer roles by employers who have certified LCAs for this occupation. Prior LCA activity signals an employer already understands the H-1B process and won't stall at the sponsorship conversation.
Get your portfolio into a deliverables format
USCIS assesses whether your past work demonstrates the specialized knowledge a Producer role requires. Organize credits, produced projects, and budget responsibility into a single document your employer can attach to the I-129 petition as evidence.
Ask employers about cap-exempt status early
Streaming platforms, studios, and ad agencies are cap-subject, but universities and nonprofit broadcasters are cap-exempt. Clarify this before the offer stage so you know whether you're lottery-dependent or can file any time of year.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your Producer SOC code and work location before salary talks begin. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above that level, so knowing the floor protects you from offers that won't survive the DOL filing.
Start the LCA process 60 days before your start date
DOL certifies LCAs within seven business days, but your employer also needs time to post the public notice before filing. A 60-day lead time covers certification, the I-129 filing, and USCIS receipt, without requiring premium processing.
H-1B Visa Producer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Producer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It can, but the burden is on your employer to show the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as film production, communications, or media arts. General management or coordination duties alone don't establish specialty occupation. Your offer letter should describe technical and field-specific responsibilities that directly tie to your degree.
Which industries hire Producers on H-1B sponsorship?
Film and television studios, streaming platforms, advertising agencies, broadcast networks, and digital content companies are the most active sponsors for Producer roles. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers in Migrate Mate, filtered specifically for Producer and related production titles, to see which companies have active LCA filings for this occupation.
What happens to my H-1B status if my production project ends?
Your H-1B is tied to your employer, not the project. If your position is eliminated after a project wraps, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, transfer your H-1B, or change status. Starting a job search before a project closes is the best way to avoid a gap in authorized work status.
Can a freelance or contract Producer arrangement qualify for H-1B?
H-1B requires a bona fide employer-employee relationship, which means the sponsoring employer must control your work, set your hours, and have the right to hire or fire you. Short-term contracts where you function as an independent Producer for multiple clients typically don't meet this standard. Project-based roles through a single employer with ongoing supervision can qualify.
How do I know if a Producer job posting is genuinely open to H-1B sponsorship?
Many postings list sponsorship availability inconsistently. The most reliable signal is whether the employer has filed LCAs for Producer roles in the past, which is public DOL data. You can also ask recruiters directly whether the company has an immigration attorney on retainer and whether they've sponsored this title before, since both indicate real sponsorship infrastructure.