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Product Associate roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before sponsoring you, certifying the role meets prevailing wage requirements for the work location.
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Overview of the position
Would you like to combine your passion for sports and entertainment with a fast-paced job in the trading card industry? The Associate Product Development Specialist role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented individual with passion and experience in the trading card industry. The Associate Product Development Specialist will work under the Upper Deck Collectibles (UDC) division of the company. Primary responsibilities include the creation of unique, innovative products in line with the company’s overall sales and profit goals for wholesale, retail, direct, and hobby distribution channels. The Associate Product Development Specialist will oversee/manage the production cycle from the beginning conceptualization phase to eventual public release of said product. Other responsibilities include the preparation and presentation of business and product strategies and financial cost reports, to ensure they simultaneously meet company and consumer expectations for both profits and content. For anyone out there that has ever wanted to build a trading card product and work for one of the major manufacturers in the hobby, this job is for you!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.
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Product Development: In conjunction with internal and external parties, plays a central role in the management of the development of products in line with the company’s strategic initiatives; meeting legal, financial and design requirements and delivering consistent quality and safety standards. Responsible to closely monitoring trading card industry trends to master the understanding of value drivers, including consistent communication with outside consultants. Works directly with Finance team to compose and edit financial costing documents. Responsible to draft and edit Strategic Brief documents for each product – providing detail for the specific vision and themes for all subsets and cards. Provides initial directions on layout and art design.
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Product Determination and Selection: Assists in the development of categories and products commensurate with strategies specified in licensed product portfolio strategies and business plans. Assists in providing input on reliable and cost-effective sources within established development process.
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Licensed Property Product Portfolio Management: Assists Director of Product Development in providing product portfolio management of licensed properties. Works with Executive Team, Sales, and Legal to support selection and evaluation of prospective sport-focused licenses. Anticipates, identifies, and capitalizes on sports card market industry trends.
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Collectibles Content Sourcing: Assists Coordinator group in market research and procurement efforts for vintage collectibles to be used as elements within select trading card lines.
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Quality Control/Ethics: Assists in the determination and communication of product quality standards. Monitors quality and manufacturing standards, ensuring adherence to Code of Conduct. Works closely with Operations to minimize manufacturing errors and delivery slippage.
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Marketing, Advertising, Promotion, and Solicitation Activity: Provides input into Marketing/Advertising/PR campaigns in line with corporate strategies and initiatives or other activities as designated. Attends regional Sales and Distributor meetings and Trade Shows to communicate product plans and strategies.
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Systems and Administration: Monitors cost of goods and inventory levels for collectibles content and raw materials. Review all SKU’s on a planned schedule, works closely with Finance when new orders are due to prepare preliminary data and review profit and loss statements.
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Communication: Responsible for keeping the Company up to date with ranging developments. Liaison with other departments. Supports Brand team in recommending, communicating and coordinating launch strategies and calendars, license acquisitions, product promotions, sales, etc.
INTERACTION
This position will interact closely with the Upper Deck Company Director of Product Development, the Collectibles team, Brand, Product Development Coordinators, Finance, Operations, Design, Sales and Senior Management along with related company staff members and external parties. Interfaces regularly with upper management to provide reports on departmental performance, challenges, and anticipated needs.
EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE
- 2+ years of experience in collecting modern trading cards (sports and/or entertainment).
- Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Marketing, Product Development and Design or a closely related field or equivalent experience is preferred.
REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong understanding of the modern trading card market (sports and/or entertainment) is required.
- Professional demeanor; team player orientation.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple, high priority projects.
- Exceptional ability for attention to details – particularly with manipulating Excel spreadsheets.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Superior interpersonal, leadership, negotiating, consulting, presentation, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong background in the management of direct and departmental reports and internal/external teams.
- Ability to interface with internal and external parties.
- Ability to perform duties under minimal supervision while exercising discretion and independent judgment.
- Hands on, energetic and motivated self-starter.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally on behalf of the Company.
- Proficiency in the following software or systems: MS Office (advanced expertise with Excel is preferable).
SUMMARY
Overview of the position
Would you like to combine your passion for sports and entertainment with a fast-paced job in the trading card industry? The Associate Product Development Specialist role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented individual with passion and experience in the trading card industry. The Associate Product Development Specialist will work under the Upper Deck Collectibles (UDC) division of the company. Primary responsibilities include the creation of unique, innovative products in line with the company’s overall sales and profit goals for wholesale, retail, direct, and hobby distribution channels. The Associate Product Development Specialist will oversee/manage the production cycle from the beginning conceptualization phase to eventual public release of said product. Other responsibilities include the preparation and presentation of business and product strategies and financial cost reports, to ensure they simultaneously meet company and consumer expectations for both profits and content. For anyone out there that has ever wanted to build a trading card product and work for one of the major manufacturers in the hobby, this job is for you!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.
-
Product Development: In conjunction with internal and external parties, plays a central role in the management of the development of products in line with the company’s strategic initiatives; meeting legal, financial and design requirements and delivering consistent quality and safety standards. Responsible to closely monitoring trading card industry trends to master the understanding of value drivers, including consistent communication with outside consultants. Works directly with Finance team to compose and edit financial costing documents. Responsible to draft and edit Strategic Brief documents for each product – providing detail for the specific vision and themes for all subsets and cards. Provides initial directions on layout and art design.
-
Product Determination and Selection: Assists in the development of categories and products commensurate with strategies specified in licensed product portfolio strategies and business plans. Assists in providing input on reliable and cost-effective sources within established development process.
-
Licensed Property Product Portfolio Management: Assists Director of Product Development in providing product portfolio management of licensed properties. Works with Executive Team, Sales, and Legal to support selection and evaluation of prospective sport-focused licenses. Anticipates, identifies, and capitalizes on sports card market industry trends.
-
Collectibles Content Sourcing: Assists Coordinator group in market research and procurement efforts for vintage collectibles to be used as elements within select trading card lines.
-
Quality Control/Ethics: Assists in the determination and communication of product quality standards. Monitors quality and manufacturing standards, ensuring adherence to Code of Conduct. Works closely with Operations to minimize manufacturing errors and delivery slippage.
-
Marketing, Advertising, Promotion, and Solicitation Activity: Provides input into Marketing/Advertising/PR campaigns in line with corporate strategies and initiatives or other activities as designated. Attends regional Sales and Distributor meetings and Trade Shows to communicate product plans and strategies.
-
Systems and Administration: Monitors cost of goods and inventory levels for collectibles content and raw materials. Review all SKU’s on a planned schedule, works closely with Finance when new orders are due to prepare preliminary data and review profit and loss statements.
-
Communication: Responsible for keeping the Company up to date with ranging developments. Liaison with other departments. Supports Brand team in recommending, communicating and coordinating launch strategies and calendars, license acquisitions, product promotions, sales, etc.
INTERACTION
This position will interact closely with the Upper Deck Company Director of Product Development, the Collectibles team, Brand, Product Development Coordinators, Finance, Operations, Design, Sales and Senior Management along with related company staff members and external parties. Interfaces regularly with upper management to provide reports on departmental performance, challenges, and anticipated needs.
EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE
- 2+ years of experience in collecting modern trading cards (sports and/or entertainment).
- Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Marketing, Product Development and Design or a closely related field or equivalent experience is preferred.
REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong understanding of the modern trading card market (sports and/or entertainment) is required.
- Professional demeanor; team player orientation.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple, high priority projects.
- Exceptional ability for attention to details – particularly with manipulating Excel spreadsheets.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Superior interpersonal, leadership, negotiating, consulting, presentation, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong background in the management of direct and departmental reports and internal/external teams.
- Ability to interface with internal and external parties.
- Ability to perform duties under minimal supervision while exercising discretion and independent judgment.
- Hands on, energetic and motivated self-starter.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally on behalf of the Company.
- Proficiency in the following software or systems: MS Office (advanced expertise with Excel is preferable).
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Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
Product Associate petitions face RFEs when the degree field is too broad. Pull the O*NET profile for your SOC code and confirm your bachelor's degree aligns with the specific analytical or technical duties in your offer letter.
Check LCA filings before applying
Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for Product Associate or adjacent product roles have already cleared DOL's prevailing wage process. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified LCA filing history before you apply.
Target companies enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment is a proxy for H-1B readiness. Employers already using E-Verify have the compliance infrastructure to sponsor you without treating your petition as a first-time administrative burden.
Confirm wage level before accepting an offer
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for the role's SOC code in the work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the job's occupation code and city before negotiating to avoid a wage-level mismatch that delays LCA certification.
Document cross-functional work in your resume
USCIS scrutinizes Product Associate petitions by asking whether the role truly requires a specific degree. Bullet points showing data analysis, product roadmap ownership, or technical coordination strengthen the specialty occupation argument your employer's attorney will need to make.
Understand cap-gap coverage if you're on OPT
If your OPT expires before October 1 and your H-1B petition is selected in the lottery, cap-gap rules extend your work authorization through September 30. Confirm your employer files before April 1 to preserve continuity without a gap in your Product Associate role.
H-1B Visa Product Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but the employer must show the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any discipline. Roles with defined analytical, technical, or product management responsibilities and a narrowly specified degree requirement hold up better under USCIS review than generalist coordinator titles.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Product Associate positions?
Use Migrate Mate to search verified LCA filing data filtered by job title and location. Employers with a documented history of filing for product roles have already navigated DOL certification, which reduces the risk that your offer falls apart during the sponsorship process.
What happens if USCIS sends an RFE for my Product Associate H-1B petition?
A Request for Evidence for a Product Associate petition typically challenges specialty occupation status or the degree-to-job match. Your employer's attorney responds with documentation including the job description, your transcripts, and industry evidence showing that similar roles require a specific degree. USCIS gives 87 days to respond.
Can a startup or small company sponsor an H-1B for a Product Associate?
Yes, company size doesn't determine H-1B eligibility. The employer must have an IRS Employer Identification Number, a bona fide job offer, and the ability to pay the offered wage. Smaller companies may have less internal immigration experience, so confirm they're willing to work with outside counsel before accepting an offer.
Does my degree field affect H-1B approval odds for a Product Associate role?
Directly, yes. Degrees in business administration, marketing, economics, or computer science map more cleanly to Product Associate duties than unrelated fields. If your degree is in a tangentially related area, your employer's petition will need to argue equivalency through coursework or relevant work experience, which adds documentation complexity.