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Production Director jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at the intersection of creative leadership and operational management, typically requiring a bachelor's degree in film, media production, communications, or a related field. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering an initial three-year status period.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.
The UCAN Film team at Netflix is dedicated to telling global stories that represent our audiences as well as the diverse talent both in front of and behind the camera. We are seeking an individual with leadership and management experience to join this amazing team as we continue to find innovative, collaborative ways to bring the creative visions of incredible storytellers to life.
The Role
The Director of Production Management will help lead the production management needs for the UCAN Film Production Management team. This person will serve as a mentor for team members and may lead direct reports working across films with various budget ranges. Additionally, this role will act as an external ‘show-facing’ executive, directly overseeing several projects per year. They will work with existing Production Management leadership to guide the production slate, and help strategize ways to more effectively manage the shows. This role is involved with helping to design and implement team strategy. The ideal candidate has deep industry relationships and a history of working within the studio production environment. This role must be aware of Netflix business needs and strategy.
Responsibilities
- Directly oversee a subsection of the Film slate, help balance workload across the team, and provide financial and operational guidance as required
- Serve as the lead production executive on multiple productions per year, sourcing and hiring the producers, department heads, and/or production service companies as necessary, and providing guidance throughout the production process
- Work alongside Netflix creative executives, producers, and directors during the development process to help design and structure production plans, providing early stage budget estimates and location options
- With a focus on Inclusion, help grow the network of producers, companies and department heads the Film team works with, and help develop strategies for increasing representation across the entire original film slate
- Champion new technology and initiatives such as green sustainable production to lessen the environmental impact made by our productions
- Align with the studio operations and strategy team to find studio-wide efficiencies between film, series, and non-fiction production
Experience
- 15+ years of experience as a film producer or production executive, preferably with knowledge of the studio system
- A passion for film and the collaborative process of filmmaking
- Proven ability to mentor, build and lead teams on a project level, as well as on a corporate level
- Experience working on scripted content that shoots across the globe
- Experience working on productions that shoot in tax incentive locations
- A strong understanding of the film production process and working familiarity with the various entertainment guilds and unions, including SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA and IATSE
- Track record of fostering, building and maintaining relationships with filmmakers, executives, agents and key vendors
- Knowledge of Movie Magic Budgeting and Scheduling, and familiarity with industry standard financial reporting processes (cost reporting, hot costs, etc.)
Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $446,000.00 - $887,000.00.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.
The UCAN Film team at Netflix is dedicated to telling global stories that represent our audiences as well as the diverse talent both in front of and behind the camera. We are seeking an individual with leadership and management experience to join this amazing team as we continue to find innovative, collaborative ways to bring the creative visions of incredible storytellers to life.
The Role
The Director of Production Management will help lead the production management needs for the UCAN Film Production Management team. This person will serve as a mentor for team members and may lead direct reports working across films with various budget ranges. Additionally, this role will act as an external ‘show-facing’ executive, directly overseeing several projects per year. They will work with existing Production Management leadership to guide the production slate, and help strategize ways to more effectively manage the shows. This role is involved with helping to design and implement team strategy. The ideal candidate has deep industry relationships and a history of working within the studio production environment. This role must be aware of Netflix business needs and strategy.
Responsibilities
- Directly oversee a subsection of the Film slate, help balance workload across the team, and provide financial and operational guidance as required
- Serve as the lead production executive on multiple productions per year, sourcing and hiring the producers, department heads, and/or production service companies as necessary, and providing guidance throughout the production process
- Work alongside Netflix creative executives, producers, and directors during the development process to help design and structure production plans, providing early stage budget estimates and location options
- With a focus on Inclusion, help grow the network of producers, companies and department heads the Film team works with, and help develop strategies for increasing representation across the entire original film slate
- Champion new technology and initiatives such as green sustainable production to lessen the environmental impact made by our productions
- Align with the studio operations and strategy team to find studio-wide efficiencies between film, series, and non-fiction production
Experience
- 15+ years of experience as a film producer or production executive, preferably with knowledge of the studio system
- A passion for film and the collaborative process of filmmaking
- Proven ability to mentor, build and lead teams on a project level, as well as on a corporate level
- Experience working on scripted content that shoots across the globe
- Experience working on productions that shoot in tax incentive locations
- A strong understanding of the film production process and working familiarity with the various entertainment guilds and unions, including SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA and IATSE
- Track record of fostering, building and maintaining relationships with filmmakers, executives, agents and key vendors
- Knowledge of Movie Magic Budgeting and Scheduling, and familiarity with industry standard financial reporting processes (cost reporting, hot costs, etc.)
Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $446,000.00 - $887,000.00.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Production Director
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Production Directors who qualify for H-1B sponsorship do so because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Pull your transcripts and document how your degree in film, media, communications, or production management maps to your day-to-day duties.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer must certify your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage tier for Production Director roles before you enter salary discussions, so you're not caught off guard.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate by role
Target employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for production and media management roles. Migrate Mate shows you which companies have filed for positions matching your occupation, so you're applying to employers already familiar with the sponsorship process.
Account for multi-site LCA requirements early
If your Production Director role involves directing shoots or managing operations across multiple locations, each worksite needs its own certified LCA. Raise this with your employer before the offer is finalized so the petition isn't delayed by an incomplete worksite list.
Review the O*NET profile before your petition
USCIS adjudicators evaluate whether a role genuinely requires a specific degree. Cross-reference your job description against the O*NET occupation profile for producers and directors to confirm your listed duties align with the degree-level tasks that support a specialty occupation finding.
Plan your status timeline around production cycles
H-1B status is approved for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. If your role involves contract-based or project-driven production work, confirm with your employer that your petition covers the full engagement period before the initial I-129 is filed.
H-1B Visa Production Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Production Director role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as film production, media management, communications, or broadcast technology. Employers strengthen the case by writing job descriptions that emphasize degree-level duties like budget oversight, creative direction, and cross-departmental coordination rather than purely supervisory tasks.
What does the H-1B sponsorship process look like for a Production Director hire?
The employer first files a Labor Condition Application with DOL, certifying the offered wage meets prevailing wage standards for the role and location. Once the LCA is certified, the employer files an I-129 petition with USCIS. Because H-1B is subject to an annual cap and selection rules have changed recently, timing the petition filing correctly is essential.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for production roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, searchable by occupation and location. This lets you identify production companies, studios, broadcasters, and media firms that have already navigated the sponsorship process for roles similar to Production Director, rather than approaching companies who have never filed.
Can my H-1B petition cover production work at multiple locations?
Not under a single LCA. DOL requires a separate certified Labor Condition Application for each worksite where you'll perform H-1B duties. For Production Directors whose work spans multiple shoot locations or offices, your employer must file additional LCAs before you work at any unlisted site, or risk a compliance violation.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Production Director role ends before the petition period expires?
You enter a 60-day grace period following involuntary termination, during which you can seek a new H-1B employer, change to another nonimmigrant status, or prepare to depart. If a new employer is willing to sponsor you, they can file a transfer petition and you may begin work once USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval.