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Producer roles span film, television, digital media, advertising, and live events, making OPT authorization highly relevant across industries. Most Producer positions require a degree in media production, communications, or a related field. Your 12-month OPT window (up to 36 months with STEM extension) gives you meaningful runway to build credits and secure sponsorship.
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At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Producer to join our P&C Prime team, specializing in small to mid-market commercial accounts. This role is responsible for driving new business growth, fostering strong client relationships, and delivering exceptional service to retain and expand our client base. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales, a passion for networking, and the ability to thrive in a relationship-driven, team-oriented environment.
How you'll make an impact
New Business Development:
- Develop and acquire new business revenue through sales to new and existing clients, with a focus on small to mid-size companies with high revenue potential.
- Build and maintain a robust prospecting pipeline through networking, client visits, and leveraging Gallagher-hosted events.
- Actively participate in team sales situations with other producers and support personnel.
Client Relationship Management:
- Provide tailored insurance solutions and services to meet client needs, ensuring long-term retention.
- Manage overall client relationships, supported by account management teams for day-to-day service.
- Collaborate with account managers to ensure seamless renewals and client satisfaction.
Sales Strategy & Execution:
- Prepare and implement an individual business plan and production budget.
- Apply industry technologies to drive new sales, expand existing accounts, and enhance client service.
- Host client-facing events such as coffees, happy hours, and small gatherings to build relationships and generate leads.
Team Collaboration & Leadership:
- Assist, educate, and mentor team members in new client sales situations and existing client service requirements.
- Provide direction and support in account transfer situations.
- Develop and maintain inter-division and inter-company relationships aligned with Gallagher’s corporate culture.
About You
Desired:
- 5+ years of sales experience (flexible for strong candidates).
- Proven ability to:
- Prospect and build a pipeline.
- Handle objections effectively and demonstrate tenacity and grit.
- Excel in networking settings and build strong client relationships.
- Retain clients and collaborate with account managers to ensure success.
- Professional certification preferred (CEBS, CPCU, CIC or ARM).
- Familiarity with the Chicago market and established local connections.
Required:
- Bachelor's degree, 1 year related experience, and appropriate insurance licensing required OR;
- Bachelor's degree, participation in Gallagher's Sales Internship Program (GSIP), and appropriate insurance licensing required OR;
- High School Diploma/GED and 6 years experience with appropriate insurance licensing required.
- 25–50% travel, primarily local (e.g., commuting into Chicago for events).
- Frequent client visits are integral to the team’s value proposition.
Work Traits:
- Acts independently with minimal direction.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to sales.
- Comfortable with the realities of sales, including highs and lows, and driven by persistence.
- Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
Compensation and benefits
We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
- Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
- Life and accident insurance.
- 401(K) and Roth options.
- Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA).
- Educational expense reimbursement.
- Paid parental leave.
Other benefits include:
- Digital mental health services (Talkspace).
- Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function).
- Training programs.
- Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing.
- Charitable matching gift program.
- And more...
The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.
We value inclusion and diversity
Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.
Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.
Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Introduction
At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Producer to join our P&C Prime team, specializing in small to mid-market commercial accounts. This role is responsible for driving new business growth, fostering strong client relationships, and delivering exceptional service to retain and expand our client base. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales, a passion for networking, and the ability to thrive in a relationship-driven, team-oriented environment.
How you'll make an impact
New Business Development:
- Develop and acquire new business revenue through sales to new and existing clients, with a focus on small to mid-size companies with high revenue potential.
- Build and maintain a robust prospecting pipeline through networking, client visits, and leveraging Gallagher-hosted events.
- Actively participate in team sales situations with other producers and support personnel.
Client Relationship Management:
- Provide tailored insurance solutions and services to meet client needs, ensuring long-term retention.
- Manage overall client relationships, supported by account management teams for day-to-day service.
- Collaborate with account managers to ensure seamless renewals and client satisfaction.
Sales Strategy & Execution:
- Prepare and implement an individual business plan and production budget.
- Apply industry technologies to drive new sales, expand existing accounts, and enhance client service.
- Host client-facing events such as coffees, happy hours, and small gatherings to build relationships and generate leads.
Team Collaboration & Leadership:
- Assist, educate, and mentor team members in new client sales situations and existing client service requirements.
- Provide direction and support in account transfer situations.
- Develop and maintain inter-division and inter-company relationships aligned with Gallagher’s corporate culture.
About You
Desired:
- 5+ years of sales experience (flexible for strong candidates).
- Proven ability to:
- Prospect and build a pipeline.
- Handle objections effectively and demonstrate tenacity and grit.
- Excel in networking settings and build strong client relationships.
- Retain clients and collaborate with account managers to ensure success.
- Professional certification preferred (CEBS, CPCU, CIC or ARM).
- Familiarity with the Chicago market and established local connections.
Required:
- Bachelor's degree, 1 year related experience, and appropriate insurance licensing required OR;
- Bachelor's degree, participation in Gallagher's Sales Internship Program (GSIP), and appropriate insurance licensing required OR;
- High School Diploma/GED and 6 years experience with appropriate insurance licensing required.
- 25–50% travel, primarily local (e.g., commuting into Chicago for events).
- Frequent client visits are integral to the team’s value proposition.
Work Traits:
- Acts independently with minimal direction.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to sales.
- Comfortable with the realities of sales, including highs and lows, and driven by persistence.
- Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
Compensation and benefits
We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
- Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
- Life and accident insurance.
- 401(K) and Roth options.
- Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA).
- Educational expense reimbursement.
- Paid parental leave.
Other benefits include:
- Digital mental health services (Talkspace).
- Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function).
- Training programs.
- Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing.
- Charitable matching gift program.
- And more...
The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.
We value inclusion and diversity
Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.
Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.
Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Producer
Target production companies with established visa programs
Large studios, broadcast networks, and advertising agencies sponsor H-1B visa petitions more regularly than independent production houses. Look for companies with recurring production slates, as ongoing work creates stronger justification for long-term sponsorship over contract-by-contract hiring.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation requirement
Producer roles must qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B sponsorship. Emphasize how your degree in film, communications, or media production directly applies to your production responsibilities, not just general skills. A clear degree-to-role connection strengthens any sponsorship petition significantly.
Start sponsorship conversations early in your OPT period
H-1B petitions must be filed months before your OPT expires. Raise sponsorship with employers within your first three to six months on the job, not at the end of your authorization window, to allow adequate processing time.
Build a credit list that demonstrates specialized expertise
Employers and immigration attorneys both need evidence that you fill a specialized role. A strong list of produced projects in a specific genre, format, or platform, such as scripted drama or branded content, makes the specialty occupation argument considerably easier to support.
Understand how STEM OPT extension applies to your field
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as digital media production or communications technology, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility, as production degrees vary in STEM classification.
Use your OPT period to move into a clearly defined production role
Avoid staying in ambiguous coordinator or assistant roles too long. Employers sponsor specific job titles, and a well-defined Producer title with documented responsibilities makes the sponsorship process cleaner and reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence.
Producer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Producers in the United States?
Yes. F-1 students with approved OPT authorization can work as Producers across film, television, advertising, digital media, and live events. Your OPT EAD card authorizes employment in your field of study. You must ensure your Producer role is directly related to your degree to maintain valid OPT status.
Do Producer jobs typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Sponsorship varies by employer type. Major studios, broadcast networks, and large advertising agencies sponsor H-1B visas more consistently than independent production companies. The key requirement is that the Producer role qualifies as a specialty occupation, meaning it requires a specific bachelor's degree. Roles with clearly defined creative or managerial production responsibilities tend to meet this standard. Browse OPT-friendly Producer roles on Migrate Mate to identify employers open to sponsorship.
Does a Producer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but the specific job duties matter. A Producer role that requires a degree in film production, communications, or media studies and involves specialized creative or technical responsibilities typically qualifies. General production coordination roles where any bachelor's degree suffices are more vulnerable to USCIS scrutiny. Strong job descriptions with specific degree requirements improve the petition's chances considerably.
Can I use my OPT to freelance or work on multiple productions at once?
OPT allows self-employment and multiple concurrent employers as long as each position is related to your degree field and you work at least 20 hours per week in aggregate. Freelance Producers working across multiple projects simultaneously can satisfy this requirement. Document each engagement carefully, as your DSO may request employment verification records.
Does a STEM degree help F-1 students pursuing Producer roles?
It depends on how your degree is classified. Some production-related degrees in digital media, media technology, or communications fall under STEM-designated CIP codes, qualifying you for a 24-month OPT extension beyond the standard 12 months. Confirm your degree's classification with your DSO. If eligible, the extension gives you significantly more time to secure long-term sponsorship in competitive production markets.