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Product Lead roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Employers file the LCA and I-129 on your behalf, and many large tech and product-driven companies run cap-exempt or have established H-1B filing histories worth researching before you apply.
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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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Map your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes Product Lead petitions where the degree field is broad. A business or engineering degree paired with documented product coursework strengthens your specialty occupation claim. Pull your transcripts and map relevant courses before your employer starts the LCA.
Target companies with LCA filing history
Filter employers by their DOL Labor Condition Application history for product management titles. Companies that have filed LCAs for Product Lead or similar roles already understand the process, cutting your petition risk and pre-employment negotiation time.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Search Product Lead roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B filing history for this specific title. That filing history tells you more about real sponsorship willingness than a generic 'we sponsor visas' line in a job posting.
Request premium processing before your status expires
If you're on OPT and your EAD end date is approaching, ask your employer to file with premium processing. USCIS guarantees a decision within 15 business days, which matters when cap-gap coverage depends on a timely I-129 receipt.
Verify the prevailing wage level before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job zone and location. Check the OFLC Wage Search for Product Lead wage levels in your metro area before you accept an offer, not after.
Confirm the job description matches O*NET
Product Lead maps to specific O*NET occupation codes your employer's attorney will reference when writing the specialty occupation justification. If the job description uses vague or generalist language, ask HR to align it with the O*NET profile before filing.
H-1B Visa Product Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Product Lead qualifies when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, such as computer science, engineering, or business. The employer must demonstrate in the LCA and I-129 petition that the role's duties genuinely require that specific degree. Generic or generalist job descriptions can draw an RFE from USCIS, so the job posting language matters.
How do I find employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas for Product Lead positions?
Search Product Lead roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for product management titles. DOL LCA disclosure data shows which companies have filed for these roles and at what wage levels, giving you a clearer picture of genuine sponsorship willingness than any job posting alone can provide.
Can I switch to a Product Lead role at a new company while on H-1B?
Yes, under AC21 portability you can change employers once your I-140 has been approved for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Even without I-140 portability, your new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition and you can start working once USCIS receives the petition, not just after approval.
What wage level should a Product Lead H-1B petition list?
The DOL assigns prevailing wage levels from Level I through Level IV based on experience, supervisory duties, and complexity. Product Lead roles with cross-functional ownership and people management typically land at Level III or IV. You can verify the applicable wage for your specific metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before your employer certifies the LCA.
Does a Product Lead title with no direct reports still qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It can. H-1B eligibility turns on the degree requirement, not whether the role has direct reports. Individual-contributor Product Lead positions that require a specialized bachelor's degree and involve complex, independent judgment qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines. The petition should document the technical and analytical requirements of the role, not just the title or org chart position.