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Content Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's "writer" and "scientific technician" categories when the position requires a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or a related field. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with no cap; Mexican citizens go through consular processing with an annual allocation.
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The Legal Department is seeking an experienced attorney to join the Global Content Licensing team supporting Disney’s direct-to-consumer businesses. This role will focus primarily on providing strategic advising with respect to operation of the Hulu + Live TV service, other content licensing agreements across Disney’s streaming ecosystem, and performing due diligence, with an emphasis on operational excellence and strong cross-functional partnership.
This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of media, technology, and entertainment, supporting key distribution partnerships and stakeholders across the business. The role is well-suited for an attorney with a strong foundation in content distribution (specifically, with respect to DMVPDs and/or MVPDs carriage deals) who is interested in deepening their expertise in a fast-paced environment, with the opportunity to gain exposure to more complex deal work over time.
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable managing a high volume of work while exercising sound legal judgment. This individual will play a key role in supporting ongoing distribution initiatives and contributing to the efficiency and scalability of the legal function.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Conduct contract diligence and summarize key terms, rights, obligations, and restrictions for legal and business audiences
- Advise internal stakeholders on contractual requirements and legal considerations for live, linear, and distribution-related programming
- Assist in the execution and ongoing management of distribution agreements and operation of Hulu + Live TV, ensuring alignment with business and legal requirements
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support distribution workflows and improve operational efficiency
- Support distribution initiatives for Disney’s direct-to-consumer services, including live events and similar offerings
- Exercise independent legal judgment on key initiatives and draft recommendation memos for senior legal and business stakeholders
- Identify and escalate key legal considerations, risks, and issues as appropriate
- Contribute to the development of best practices, templates, and processes to improve legal support for high-volume distribution work
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- At least 5 years of legal experience
- Experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating content distribution agreements across traditional cable and satellite providers (e.g., MVPDs), new media platforms and/or digital MVPDs, and/or background in a law firm supporting similar clients is strongly preferred
- Strong contract interpretation, drafting and analytical skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage a high volume of work and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills and ability to effectively partner with cross-functional teams
- Sound judgment and ability to identify and escalate legal risks as needed
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Interest in developing broader deal-making and negotiation skills over time
Education
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent from an accredited law school
- Strong academic credentials
- Admission to the California State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel
COMPENSATION
The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, CA is $177,100.00 to $229,100.00 per year and in New York, NY is $185,500.00 to $240,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
DISCLAIMER
This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).
To learn more about Disney's guidelines on the use of AI for candidates, click here.
Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Having technical issues? View the FAQs for help.
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM
The Legal Department is seeking an experienced attorney to join the Global Content Licensing team supporting Disney’s direct-to-consumer businesses. This role will focus primarily on providing strategic advising with respect to operation of the Hulu + Live TV service, other content licensing agreements across Disney’s streaming ecosystem, and performing due diligence, with an emphasis on operational excellence and strong cross-functional partnership.
This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of media, technology, and entertainment, supporting key distribution partnerships and stakeholders across the business. The role is well-suited for an attorney with a strong foundation in content distribution (specifically, with respect to DMVPDs and/or MVPDs carriage deals) who is interested in deepening their expertise in a fast-paced environment, with the opportunity to gain exposure to more complex deal work over time.
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable managing a high volume of work while exercising sound legal judgment. This individual will play a key role in supporting ongoing distribution initiatives and contributing to the efficiency and scalability of the legal function.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Conduct contract diligence and summarize key terms, rights, obligations, and restrictions for legal and business audiences
- Advise internal stakeholders on contractual requirements and legal considerations for live, linear, and distribution-related programming
- Assist in the execution and ongoing management of distribution agreements and operation of Hulu + Live TV, ensuring alignment with business and legal requirements
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support distribution workflows and improve operational efficiency
- Support distribution initiatives for Disney’s direct-to-consumer services, including live events and similar offerings
- Exercise independent legal judgment on key initiatives and draft recommendation memos for senior legal and business stakeholders
- Identify and escalate key legal considerations, risks, and issues as appropriate
- Contribute to the development of best practices, templates, and processes to improve legal support for high-volume distribution work
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- At least 5 years of legal experience
- Experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating content distribution agreements across traditional cable and satellite providers (e.g., MVPDs), new media platforms and/or digital MVPDs, and/or background in a law firm supporting similar clients is strongly preferred
- Strong contract interpretation, drafting and analytical skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage a high volume of work and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills and ability to effectively partner with cross-functional teams
- Sound judgment and ability to identify and escalate legal risks as needed
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Interest in developing broader deal-making and negotiation skills over time
Education
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent from an accredited law school
- Strong academic credentials
- Admission to the California State Bar in good standing or willingness and qualification to be Registered In-House Counsel
COMPENSATION
The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, CA is $177,100.00 to $229,100.00 per year and in New York, NY is $185,500.00 to $240,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
DISCLAIMER
This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).
To learn more about Disney's guidelines on the use of AI for candidates, click here.
Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
Having technical issues? View the FAQs for help.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Content Manager
Match your degree to the job posting
TN visa officers assess whether your credentials directly support the specialty occupation claim. A communications or journalism degree strengthens approval odds for Content Manager roles far more than a general business degree would.
Request a support letter before accepting any offer
Your employer must prepare a support letter and documentation proving your role qualifies for TN status before you can proceed with your application. For Canadian citizens, you'll present this support letter at the U.S. border or port of entry; for Mexican citizens, you'll apply at a U.S. consulate with the letter your employer provides. Confirming this preparation is in motion protects you from accepting an offer that stalls at the employer's end.
Target employers experienced with visa sponsorship
Companies experienced with visa sponsorship understand the process and are less likely to withdraw an offer after learning the requirements. Use Migrate Mate to filter Content Manager roles by employers with recent visa filings, which indicates familiarity with work visa sponsorship procedures and hiring practices.
Prepare a detailed support letter from your employer
CBP officers at the border or consular officials need a letter specifying your job title, duties, degree requirement, and TN category. Vague letters are a common cause of delays for Content Manager applicants specifically.
Distinguish editorial from marketing roles when applying
Content Manager positions that emphasize SEO strategy or paid media can face TN category challenges if they read more like marketing management than specialty content creation. Frame your duties around editorial planning, content production, and audience engagement.
Negotiate your start date around TN processing time
Canadian citizens processed at the port of entry can often start within days, but Mexican nationals using consular processing may wait several weeks. Build that buffer into your offer negotiation to avoid status gaps before your first day.
Content Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Content Manager role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as communications, journalism, or English. The role must function as a specialty occupation under USMCA criteria. Positions that blend content with general marketing management can face scrutiny, so the job description should clearly emphasize editorial and content production duties over campaign management.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Content Manager jobs?
TN visa sponsorship is generally faster and more predictable for Content Managers than H-1B visa. There is no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and no multi-month USCIS adjudication wait in most cases. H-1B visa requires registration in March and a randomly selected slot, which means you could wait over a year to start working. For qualified Canadian and Mexican professionals, TN is typically the more direct path.
Can I change employers while on a TN visa as a Content Manager?
You can change employers, but you cannot begin working for the new company until a new TN petition is approved. Canadians can apply at the border with a new employer support letter. Mexican nationals need to schedule a new consular appointment with the new employer's support letter. There is no portability provision equivalent to the H-1B, so plan your transition timeline carefully to avoid unauthorized work.
Where can I find Content Manager jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles with active TN visa sponsorship. Rather than filtering through general job boards where sponsorship status is unclear or outdated, Migrate Mate surfaces Content Manager openings from employers already familiar with TN requirements, which reduces the risk of offers being withdrawn after the immigration conversation starts.
Does my employer need to do anything special to sponsor a TN visa for a Content Manager?
Your employer prepares a detailed support letter demonstrating that your role qualifies for TN status based on the job duties, required qualifications, and your professional credentials. For Canadian nationals, you present this letter directly at the U.S. port of entry—there is no advance petition filing with USCIS, which significantly reduces your employer's administrative burden and makes many more mid-sized employers willing to sponsor TN workers. For Mexican nationals, your employer's support letter is submitted with your application at a U.S. consulate.