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Studio Director jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at the intersection of creative leadership and business strategy, requiring a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting status for up to three years with extensions to a six-year maximum.
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The Opportunity
We are looking for a transformative Senior Director of Content Studio and Digital Operations to lead Genentech's in-house content studio and operations into an industry benchmark. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Marketing and Medical and blend world class creative craft with cutting edge digital operations to drive patient impact.
Reporting to the Executive Director of Enterprise Content Suite, this role is responsible for defining the studio strategy to increase self reliance, implement a model that scales globally, manage large multidisciplinary teams and partnerships.
Candidates should have extensive experience building, leading, and scaling content studios in-house and driving tangible business impact within a regulated sector, strong transformational skills, proven track record of building AI enabled services, and deep expertise in lean process optimization.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Vision
- Define and execute the Content Studio vision, including constructing the core business case, leading tech-enabled roadmap planning, and managing strategic resource allocation.
- Build an integrated operational system for content studio support of personalized campaign delivery spanning planning, creative development, review, distribution, and performance measurement.
- Shape core strategic pillars, encompassing creative studio services, campaign coordination, asset management, and promotional and medical review operations.
- Lead sourcing strategies (build/buy/partner) to enhance internal self-sufficiency, optimize partner agency ecosystems, and systematically repatriate core creative capabilities while maintaining operational continuity.
- Align studio operational models with brand strategies, ensuring content delivery supports top commercial and medical business priorities.
- Champion adoption of technology through the entire content value chain operations to create a state of the art industry leading studio.
Execution, Operational Excellence and Process Optimization:
- Direct end-to-end content supply chain operations covering Campaign Planning, Creation, Assembly, Medical/Legal/Regulatory Review (PRC/MLR), and Omnichannel Distribution.
- Partner closely with internal commercial, medical, and vendor stakeholders (including Agencies of Record) to ensure seamless operational handoffs.
- Streamline operational workflows, remove process bottlenecks, and boost productivity by deploying improved processes, automation, and creative technology solutions.
- Scale high-volume, high-quality asset production including de novo content across all primary marketing and engagement channels (social videos, banners, podcasts etc).
- Oversee quarterly demand planning and resource alignment in collaboration with commercial leadership to match capacity with financial targets.
Data & Performance Analysis:
- Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure throughput, quality, throughput times, cost efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Lead operational data collection and analytics to drive continuous workflow optimization across the Content Studio environment.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead a high-performing, multidisciplinary team of internal talent and external partners across creative design, video/digital production, project coordination, and review management. Lead onsite and offshore teams (n= 50+).
- Provide strong leadership, guidance, and mentorship to operational teams.
Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure adherence to industry regulations, company policies, and legal guidelines.
Who you are
- Experience:
- You have a Bachelors degree (in Creative/Graphic Design or similar).
- You have 10+ years of progressive experience in Content Operations, Marketing Operations, or Digital Production.
- You have 5+ years in a people leadership role, preferably within the Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry or a highly regulated sector. Proven track record of cross functional collaboration and adapting strategy to meet business needs.
- Proven track record building, scaling, and leading an in-house creative content studio or agency-side production operation.
- Transformational Leadership: Demonstrated expertise leading large-scale operating model transformations (e.g., agency repatriation, hybrid studio operations, global capability hub setup).
-
Financial Acumen: Demonstrated success managing large operational budgets ($10M+) and driving vendor consolidation strategies.
-
Technical Expertise:
- Deep proficiency in Digital Asset Management (Adobe DAM, Veeva Vault), Work Management (Adobe Workfront), and Marketing Automation.
-
Experience operationalizing Generative/Agentic AI solutions in a corporate environment is highly desirable.
-
Core Competencies:
- Process Architect: Expertise in Lean/Six Sigma or Agile methodologies to drive process optimization.
- High-Craft Scaled Production: Strong expertise in high-craft, multi-channel creative production and dynamic content scaling.
- Strong understanding of data analysis and performance metrics, with the ability to leverage insights for decision-making.
Location
- This role is based in South San Francisco and offers a hybrid schedule working 3 days per week on campus.
- Relocation benefits are available on this posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is $203,500/yr to $377,900/yr. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Benefits
Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.
The Position
The Opportunity
We are looking for a transformative Senior Director of Content Studio and Digital Operations to lead Genentech's in-house content studio and operations into an industry benchmark. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Marketing and Medical and blend world class creative craft with cutting edge digital operations to drive patient impact.
Reporting to the Executive Director of Enterprise Content Suite, this role is responsible for defining the studio strategy to increase self reliance, implement a model that scales globally, manage large multidisciplinary teams and partnerships.
Candidates should have extensive experience building, leading, and scaling content studios in-house and driving tangible business impact within a regulated sector, strong transformational skills, proven track record of building AI enabled services, and deep expertise in lean process optimization.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Vision
- Define and execute the Content Studio vision, including constructing the core business case, leading tech-enabled roadmap planning, and managing strategic resource allocation.
- Build an integrated operational system for content studio support of personalized campaign delivery spanning planning, creative development, review, distribution, and performance measurement.
- Shape core strategic pillars, encompassing creative studio services, campaign coordination, asset management, and promotional and medical review operations.
- Lead sourcing strategies (build/buy/partner) to enhance internal self-sufficiency, optimize partner agency ecosystems, and systematically repatriate core creative capabilities while maintaining operational continuity.
- Align studio operational models with brand strategies, ensuring content delivery supports top commercial and medical business priorities.
- Champion adoption of technology through the entire content value chain operations to create a state of the art industry leading studio.
Execution, Operational Excellence and Process Optimization:
- Direct end-to-end content supply chain operations covering Campaign Planning, Creation, Assembly, Medical/Legal/Regulatory Review (PRC/MLR), and Omnichannel Distribution.
- Partner closely with internal commercial, medical, and vendor stakeholders (including Agencies of Record) to ensure seamless operational handoffs.
- Streamline operational workflows, remove process bottlenecks, and boost productivity by deploying improved processes, automation, and creative technology solutions.
- Scale high-volume, high-quality asset production including de novo content across all primary marketing and engagement channels (social videos, banners, podcasts etc).
- Oversee quarterly demand planning and resource alignment in collaboration with commercial leadership to match capacity with financial targets.
Data & Performance Analysis:
- Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure throughput, quality, throughput times, cost efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Lead operational data collection and analytics to drive continuous workflow optimization across the Content Studio environment.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead a high-performing, multidisciplinary team of internal talent and external partners across creative design, video/digital production, project coordination, and review management. Lead onsite and offshore teams (n= 50+).
- Provide strong leadership, guidance, and mentorship to operational teams.
Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure adherence to industry regulations, company policies, and legal guidelines.
Who you are
- Experience:
- You have a Bachelors degree (in Creative/Graphic Design or similar).
- You have 10+ years of progressive experience in Content Operations, Marketing Operations, or Digital Production.
- You have 5+ years in a people leadership role, preferably within the Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry or a highly regulated sector. Proven track record of cross functional collaboration and adapting strategy to meet business needs.
- Proven track record building, scaling, and leading an in-house creative content studio or agency-side production operation.
- Transformational Leadership: Demonstrated expertise leading large-scale operating model transformations (e.g., agency repatriation, hybrid studio operations, global capability hub setup).
-
Financial Acumen: Demonstrated success managing large operational budgets ($10M+) and driving vendor consolidation strategies.
-
Technical Expertise:
- Deep proficiency in Digital Asset Management (Adobe DAM, Veeva Vault), Work Management (Adobe Workfront), and Marketing Automation.
-
Experience operationalizing Generative/Agentic AI solutions in a corporate environment is highly desirable.
-
Core Competencies:
- Process Architect: Expertise in Lean/Six Sigma or Agile methodologies to drive process optimization.
- High-Craft Scaled Production: Strong expertise in high-craft, multi-channel creative production and dynamic content scaling.
- Strong understanding of data analysis and performance metrics, with the ability to leverage insights for decision-making.
Location
- This role is based in South San Francisco and offers a hybrid schedule working 3 days per week on campus.
- Relocation benefits are available on this posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is $203,500/yr to $377,900/yr. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Benefits
Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.
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Align your degree to creative leadership
Studio Director roles qualify as a specialty occupation when tied to a degree in fine arts, design, film production, architecture, or a closely related field. Document how your coursework directly supports the managerial and creative duties in your job description before applying.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Target employers with active H-1B LCA filing history in your creative discipline. Migrate Mate shows verified sponsoring employers searchable by role and location, so you're applying to studios that have already committed to the filing process.
Audit each worksite before accepting an offer
If the role involves supervising productions across multiple locations, confirm that your employer will file a separate certified LCA for each worksite. A single LCA covers only the location listed, and working off-site without a certified LCA creates a compliance gap.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the Studio Director SOC code in your work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations so you know the floor and can flag underpayment before the LCA is filed.
Request premium processing if your start date is firm
Studio launches, production cycles, and campaign schedules often have hard start dates. Ask your employer to file I-129 with USCIS premium processing, which targets a 15-business-day adjudication window, to protect your ability to start on time.
Verify your O*NET classification supports sponsorship
Pull the O*NET profile for your specific job title and confirm the occupation requires a bachelor's degree or higher as a standard entry requirement. Employers whose job descriptions match O*NET's education threshold have a stronger specialty occupation argument with USCIS.
H-1B Visa Studio Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Studio 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 fine arts, design, film production, architecture, or a related discipline. USCIS evaluates the specific duties, not just the title. Employers strengthen the case by writing job descriptions that tie each core responsibility to degree-level knowledge, referencing the O*NET education requirements for the occupation.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for Studio Director roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, searchable by role type and city. This lets you focus your applications on studios and agencies that have already gone through the sponsorship process for creative leadership positions, rather than approaching employers who have never filed for the role.
What happens to my H-1B status if the studio is acquired or restructures?
A merger, acquisition, or significant restructuring can affect your H-1B petition if your employer of record changes. If the successor entity is not a qualifying successor in interest under USCIS rules, your employer may need to file a new I-129 petition. Get written confirmation from HR about how the transaction affects your sponsorship status before the deal closes.
Can my employer use one LCA if the Studio Director role involves supervising sites in multiple cities?
No. Each worksite where you will work for more than a de minimis period requires its own certified LCA listing the correct prevailing wage for that location. Studio Director roles that involve regular travel between production facilities, satellite offices, or client studios need multiple LCAs filed and certified by DOL before work at each location begins.
How long does H-1B status last for a Studio Director, and can it be extended beyond six years?
H-1B status is granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if your employer has filed a PERM labor certification or an I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf and specific milestones under AC21 have been reached. Plan your green card timeline well before hitting the six-year ceiling.