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Media Director roles are among the more OPT-friendly senior positions in advertising and marketing, many agencies and media companies sponsor H-1B visas after OPT ends. Your 12-month OPT window (or 24-month STEM extension if you hold a qualifying degree) is enough time to prove leadership value.
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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Job Description
NBCU Local is reimagining storytelling for the next generation of local news watchers, delivering local content to English and Spanish-speaking audiences in 31 U.S. TV markets and Puerto Rico. We are comprised of NBC Owned Television Stations, NBC Sports Regional Networks and Telemundo Station Group – plus multicast networks COZI TV and TeleXitos, regional cable news network NECN, and 16 free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels – including 11 NBC local news, four Telemundo regional news channels.
The NBCU Local Technology & Operations organization provides the Technology & Workflow Solutions, Support, Media Operations, Production, Studio and Facilities services that power NBCU Local content creation and distribution.
Responsibilities:
The Media Operations Specialist will perform a variety of media operations tasks in support of KXAS/KXTX in Fort Worth. These tasks will encompass Media Ingest, Records, Live Streaming, Quality Control, and Media Asset Management as well as basic support functions for the Newsroom Content System.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform quality control of all incoming and outgoing video/audio feeds, including adjusting and setting correct levels for live reporter hits.
- Ingest all material into the newsroom production system, including both file-based and baseband content from a variety of router sources and systems.
- Utilize basic knowledge of bonded cellular, IP video streams, satellite, and microwave technologies to monitor and manage feeds.
- Transcode media using provided tools; ensure files are compatible and ready for use by newsroom staff.
- Troubleshoot and route video feeds in real time during live or time-sensitive events.
- Maintain day-to-day oversight of digital media on shared servers, ensuring proper metadata tagging, naming conventions, and file integrity.
- Push finalized media to on-air playback systems and verify correct operation.
- Monitor and manage media storage capacity, performing regular maintenance and purging outdated files.
- Address and escalate newsroom system issues; work collaboratively with IT teams and external vendors for resolution.
- Provide training and support to newsroom staff (e.g. Content Producers, Platform Managers, Assignment Managers, Digital Media, Creative Services, Photographers, Reporters) on system usage and best practices.
- Selectively archive rundown elements and validate file integrity for future use.
- Deliver first-tier support for newsroom systems and provide high-level customer service to internal users.
- Provide basic editing support using Adobe Premiere for daily content needs.
- Ingest and manage topical media content for same-day air.
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience in post-production workflows, including media acquisition, management, and playback.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
- Working knowledge of basic computer networking, Microsoft Remote Desktop, and general IT systems.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must have unrestricted U.S. work authorization.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- External applicants must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
- Must be willing to work onsite in the Dallas/Fort Worth area just south of DFW airport.
- Must be available for a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Desired Characteristics
- Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
- Strong understanding of broadcast news workflows and technologies, including non-linear editing (Adobe Premiere).
- Experience in media ingesting, trimming, migration, playback, and archival, with a focus on accurate metadata tagging and naming conventions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Quick learner with the ability to adapt to a wide range of technical tools and workflows.
- Ability to perform under tight deadlines and high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
Additional Requirements
Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Company Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Job Description
NBCU Local is reimagining storytelling for the next generation of local news watchers, delivering local content to English and Spanish-speaking audiences in 31 U.S. TV markets and Puerto Rico. We are comprised of NBC Owned Television Stations, NBC Sports Regional Networks and Telemundo Station Group – plus multicast networks COZI TV and TeleXitos, regional cable news network NECN, and 16 free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels – including 11 NBC local news, four Telemundo regional news channels.
The NBCU Local Technology & Operations organization provides the Technology & Workflow Solutions, Support, Media Operations, Production, Studio and Facilities services that power NBCU Local content creation and distribution.
Responsibilities:
The Media Operations Specialist will perform a variety of media operations tasks in support of KXAS/KXTX in Fort Worth. These tasks will encompass Media Ingest, Records, Live Streaming, Quality Control, and Media Asset Management as well as basic support functions for the Newsroom Content System.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform quality control of all incoming and outgoing video/audio feeds, including adjusting and setting correct levels for live reporter hits.
- Ingest all material into the newsroom production system, including both file-based and baseband content from a variety of router sources and systems.
- Utilize basic knowledge of bonded cellular, IP video streams, satellite, and microwave technologies to monitor and manage feeds.
- Transcode media using provided tools; ensure files are compatible and ready for use by newsroom staff.
- Troubleshoot and route video feeds in real time during live or time-sensitive events.
- Maintain day-to-day oversight of digital media on shared servers, ensuring proper metadata tagging, naming conventions, and file integrity.
- Push finalized media to on-air playback systems and verify correct operation.
- Monitor and manage media storage capacity, performing regular maintenance and purging outdated files.
- Address and escalate newsroom system issues; work collaboratively with IT teams and external vendors for resolution.
- Provide training and support to newsroom staff (e.g. Content Producers, Platform Managers, Assignment Managers, Digital Media, Creative Services, Photographers, Reporters) on system usage and best practices.
- Selectively archive rundown elements and validate file integrity for future use.
- Deliver first-tier support for newsroom systems and provide high-level customer service to internal users.
- Provide basic editing support using Adobe Premiere for daily content needs.
- Ingest and manage topical media content for same-day air.
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience in post-production workflows, including media acquisition, management, and playback.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
- Working knowledge of basic computer networking, Microsoft Remote Desktop, and general IT systems.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must have unrestricted U.S. work authorization.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- External applicants must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
- Must be willing to work onsite in the Dallas/Fort Worth area just south of DFW airport.
- Must be available for a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Desired Characteristics
- Fluency in Spanish and English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
- Strong understanding of broadcast news workflows and technologies, including non-linear editing (Adobe Premiere).
- Experience in media ingesting, trimming, migration, playback, and archival, with a focus on accurate metadata tagging and naming conventions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Quick learner with the ability to adapt to a wide range of technical tools and workflows.
- Ability to perform under tight deadlines and high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
Additional Requirements
Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Media Director
Target independent agencies over holding companies
Boutique and mid-size agencies often give OPT candidates faster paths to senior titles. Larger holding companies move slower on promotions and visa decisions. Smaller shops let you own strategy sooner, which builds the sponsorship case faster.
Apply before your OPT start date
Media Director roles take longer to fill than entry-level positions. Starting your search two to three months before OPT begins gives you realistic time to clear multiple interview rounds and negotiate an offer without timeline pressure.
Quantify your media spend management experience
Employers sponsoring a Media Director need to justify the hire. Concrete numbers, managed budgets, improved CPMs, audience growth percentages, give hiring managers and immigration counsel the documentation they need to support your petition.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship in the second interview round
Raise sponsorship after you have demonstrated value, not in the first conversation. By round two, the employer is evaluating fit seriously. Ask directly whether they have sponsored H-1B visas before and whether they would consider it for this role.
Prioritize companies with existing H-1B filing history
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas before have immigration counsel in place and understand the process. This removes the biggest internal barrier. Check Department of Labor LCA disclosure data to confirm a company's sponsorship track record.
Use your STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
Degrees in data science, information systems, or marketing analytics may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. That extension gives you three full years of work authorization, significantly improving your leverage when negotiating long-term sponsorship commitments.
Media Director OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Media Director on OPT?
Yes. OPT authorizes F-1 students to work in any role directly related to their field of study, including senior roles like Media Director. You must work at least 20 hours per week and your employment must align with your degree. A Media Director role is typically supported by degrees in communications, marketing, advertising, or related fields.
Do Media Director roles typically come with H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at established agencies, media companies, and large brand-side marketing teams. Media Director is a specialized leadership role that qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B standards. Companies that have previously filed H-1B petitions are your strongest targets. Migrate Mate surfaces Media Director roles at employers with verified sponsorship history, which saves time filtering out companies unlikely to sponsor.
What happens if my OPT expires before I find a Media Director position?
If you hold a STEM-eligible degree, apply for the 24-month extension before your initial 12-month OPT ends. This gives you additional time without a gap in authorization. If your OPT expires without a new status in place, you enter a 60-day grace period. You cannot work during that period, so the extension application should be submitted well in advance.
Does a Media Director role qualify as a STEM OPT position?
It depends on your degree and the specific responsibilities of the role. Media Director positions with significant data analytics, programmatic media, or marketing technology components can qualify under certain STEM classification codes, such as those covering market research or applied statistics. Your designated school official can confirm whether your degree and job description meet the requirements for STEM OPT authorization.
How do I find Media Director jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship willingness, which means sorting through listings manually. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored roles, so you can browse Media Director openings where employers are already open to candidates on work authorization. This is significantly more efficient than applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process.