TN Visa Video Content Creator Jobs
Video Content Creator roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty when the position meets the specialty occupation standard for a profession like graphic designer or commercial artist. Canadian citizens can enter TN status at the border; Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate. No lottery, no annual cap for Canadians.
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Overview of the position
This is the ideal position for someone who has a passion for sports and/or entertainment and is exceptionally creative and a skilled storyteller. This position will be focused on driving product and brand campaigns, as well as engagement to retain current collectors and attract new customers. The right candidate will have experience creating engaging visual content, possibly combining raw footage and developing motion graphics. They will be specializing in editing, animating, and enhancing video for social media, paid media and television. The position is a full-time, in-house position based on the company’s headquarters in Carlsbad, with semi-frequent travel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.
- Video Production: Editing raw footage into polished, high-quality videos for social media, digital ads, and web, including trimming, color correction, and sound design.
- Animation & Motion Graphics: Creating engaging 2D/3D motion graphics and animations to enhance visual storytelling and branding.
- Content Strategy: Collaborating with marketing teams to develop creative concepts, storyboards, and scripts that align with campaign goals.
- Platform Optimization: Tailoring video formats, lengths, and styles for specific platforms (e.g., TikTok, Instagram, YouTube) to maximize engagement.
- Trend Management: Staying updated on emerging video trends, social media trends, and new editing technologies to keep content relevant.
- Live Streaming Production: Knowledge and set-up of streaming software for multi-platform streaming optimization. Repurposing livestream content for short-form social content.
- Concepts and shoots/edits highlight videos, feature packages, and player features for social, UpperDeck.com, YouTube, Twitch, Livestreams etc.
- Can shoot, edit, and produce a wide variety of style videos including animation, mixed media, animated demos, live action, stop motion, shorts and made for social.
- Conceptualizes, advises, and executes video to support the variety of cross-functional business units including, but not limited to:
- Product highlight videos
- Advertising brand commercials (broadcast)
- Player feature packages
- Digital advertising
- Sizzle reels for/of events and trade shows
- Partnership activations
- Interviews
- Livestreams
- Animated Product Videos
- Assists with decision making on the design, creation, and implementation of graphics, delivers animations and subtitling to meet Upper Deck branding standards as developed by the Creative Services and Brand Marketing departments.
- Manage and maintain the archival and management of video by uploading new content to the central database for use by other departments.
- Ensure assets are properly organized, named, and stored for easy retrieval and future use.
- Ability to translate our brand into video content and ensure content is in alignment with the Upper Deck or Licensors' brand identity.
- Concepting shoot lists, identifying locations, securing locations and talent if needed.
EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE
- BA/BS Degree with an emphasis in Video Production, Media Production, or a related area (or equivalent experience)
- 3-5 years’ experience developing video content, including animation production, shooting footage, and editing.
- Experience ideating video concepts and producing associated storyboards, shot lists and scripts.
- Experience with a professional sports team is a plus.
- Experience working with different licensors is a plus.
- Editing Experience in some of all: Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, Animate, Blender, Toon Boom, Harmony, Autodesk Maya.
REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Able to travel for work over extended periods of time and work flexible hours including evening, weekend, holidays, and long periods of consecutive days.
- Proven track record of delivering small, medium, and large-scale production projects.
- Ability to multi-task, meet tight timelines, and work effectively in a high pressure and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently with limited direction, work effectively with team members, and provide leadership/direction.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize workload efficiently and quickly.
- Proactive, highly organized, and resourceful with great attention to detail.
- Strong knowledge of and working experience with the Adobe Creative Suite (Specific knowledge of Premiere Pro and After Effects is necessary).
- Proven track record of managing multiple projects across different categories, supporting different organizational functions.
SUMMARY
Overview of the position
This is the ideal position for someone who has a passion for sports and/or entertainment and is exceptionally creative and a skilled storyteller. This position will be focused on driving product and brand campaigns, as well as engagement to retain current collectors and attract new customers. The right candidate will have experience creating engaging visual content, possibly combining raw footage and developing motion graphics. They will be specializing in editing, animating, and enhancing video for social media, paid media and television. The position is a full-time, in-house position based on the company’s headquarters in Carlsbad, with semi-frequent travel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.
- Video Production: Editing raw footage into polished, high-quality videos for social media, digital ads, and web, including trimming, color correction, and sound design.
- Animation & Motion Graphics: Creating engaging 2D/3D motion graphics and animations to enhance visual storytelling and branding.
- Content Strategy: Collaborating with marketing teams to develop creative concepts, storyboards, and scripts that align with campaign goals.
- Platform Optimization: Tailoring video formats, lengths, and styles for specific platforms (e.g., TikTok, Instagram, YouTube) to maximize engagement.
- Trend Management: Staying updated on emerging video trends, social media trends, and new editing technologies to keep content relevant.
- Live Streaming Production: Knowledge and set-up of streaming software for multi-platform streaming optimization. Repurposing livestream content for short-form social content.
- Concepts and shoots/edits highlight videos, feature packages, and player features for social, UpperDeck.com, YouTube, Twitch, Livestreams etc.
- Can shoot, edit, and produce a wide variety of style videos including animation, mixed media, animated demos, live action, stop motion, shorts and made for social.
- Conceptualizes, advises, and executes video to support the variety of cross-functional business units including, but not limited to:
- Product highlight videos
- Advertising brand commercials (broadcast)
- Player feature packages
- Digital advertising
- Sizzle reels for/of events and trade shows
- Partnership activations
- Interviews
- Livestreams
- Animated Product Videos
- Assists with decision making on the design, creation, and implementation of graphics, delivers animations and subtitling to meet Upper Deck branding standards as developed by the Creative Services and Brand Marketing departments.
- Manage and maintain the archival and management of video by uploading new content to the central database for use by other departments.
- Ensure assets are properly organized, named, and stored for easy retrieval and future use.
- Ability to translate our brand into video content and ensure content is in alignment with the Upper Deck or Licensors' brand identity.
- Concepting shoot lists, identifying locations, securing locations and talent if needed.
EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE
- BA/BS Degree with an emphasis in Video Production, Media Production, or a related area (or equivalent experience)
- 3-5 years’ experience developing video content, including animation production, shooting footage, and editing.
- Experience ideating video concepts and producing associated storyboards, shot lists and scripts.
- Experience with a professional sports team is a plus.
- Experience working with different licensors is a plus.
- Editing Experience in some of all: Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects, Animate, Blender, Toon Boom, Harmony, Autodesk Maya.
REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Able to travel for work over extended periods of time and work flexible hours including evening, weekend, holidays, and long periods of consecutive days.
- Proven track record of delivering small, medium, and large-scale production projects.
- Ability to multi-task, meet tight timelines, and work effectively in a high pressure and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently with limited direction, work effectively with team members, and provide leadership/direction.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize workload efficiently and quickly.
- Proactive, highly organized, and resourceful with great attention to detail.
- Strong knowledge of and working experience with the Adobe Creative Suite (Specific knowledge of Premiere Pro and After Effects is necessary).
- Proven track record of managing multiple projects across different categories, supporting different organizational functions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Video Content Creator
Build a portfolio that proves specialty occupation
TN approval hinges on whether your role qualifies as a recognized USMCA profession. Frame your reel and case studies around graphic design, commercial art, or motion graphics work to anchor your classification in a recognized TN category.
Target employers with dedicated creative departments
Studios, in-house marketing teams at tech companies, and broadcast networks routinely file TN support letters. They understand the documentation requirements and won't need coaching on what a specialty occupation letter must say.
Verify your job title maps to a USMCA profession
Generic titles like 'Content Creator' or 'Social Media Producer' don't appear in the USMCA appendix. Confirm with your employer that your offer letter uses a title and duties description consistent with Graphic Designer or a comparable listed occupation.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsorship-ready employers
Not every company knows how to structure a TN offer for creative roles. Search Migrate Mate to identify employers already familiar with TN sponsorship for Video Content Creator and similar positions, saving you the education step.
Prepare for consular filing if you hold Mexican citizenship
Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate and face a separate annual TN allocation. Schedule your visa appointment as early as possible and bring a complete package including your degree, support letter, and employment contract.
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Find Video Content Creator JobsVideo Content Creator TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Video Content Creator role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is structured. The USMCA doesn't list 'Video Content Creator' as a distinct category, but roles focused on graphic design, motion graphics, or commercial art can qualify under Graphic Designer or similar listed professions. Your job duties and title must align with a recognized USMCA occupation, and your employer's support letter needs to make that case clearly to the CBP officer.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Video Content Creator roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start as soon as an employer is ready to hire. H-1B requires entering a random lottery held once per year, with no guarantee of selection. For Canadians, TN is processed at the port of entry in a single day. Mexican TN applicants go through a consular appointment but still avoid the H-1B lottery entirely. The tradeoff is that TN requires you to remain a Canadian or Mexican citizen and maintain nonimmigrant intent.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that specifies your job title, a description of duties that aligns with a USMCA-listed profession, your qualifications, the intended employment period, and confirmation that you'll be paid the prevailing wage. The letter doesn't go to USCIS for Canadian applicants; it goes directly to the CBP officer at the port of entry. An incomplete or vague support letter is the most common reason TN applications are delayed or denied.
Where can I find Video Content Creator jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa type, which makes it hard to identify employers already comfortable with TN sponsorship for creative roles. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN visa jobs in the U.S. and lets you search for Video Content Creator positions with employers who actively support TN applicants.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Video Content Creator?
Yes, but you need a new TN authorization for each employer change. Canadian citizens can apply for a new TN at a U.S. port of entry or through USCIS by mail. Mexican citizens must return to a U.S. consulate. Your current TN status doesn't automatically transfer, so plan your transition to avoid gaps in work authorization between your last day with the old employer and your first day with the new one.
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