Media & Entertainment TN Sponsorship Jobs in California
California is the center of the U.S. media and entertainment industry, with major TN visa sponsoring employers concentrated in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego. Studios, streaming companies, broadcasters, and production firms regularly hire Canadian and Mexican professionals in qualifying specialty occupations across creative, technical, and business functions.
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INTRODUCTION
At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Netflix seeks an attorney to join the Original Stand-Up, Sketch & Comedy Formats business & legal affairs team to handle a wide array of responsibilities related to the licensing, development, production, and distribution of Netflix's original stand-up, sketch and comedy formats content initiative.
The successful candidate will work closely with the entire Original Stand-Up, Sketch & Comedy Formats cross functional team (e.g. Content, Production, Finance, IP, Labor), and in conjunction with the broader Comedy business & legal affairs team, and take on wide-ranging responsibilities including, drafting, structuring and negotiating agreements necessary in connection with licensing, developing, and producing (both live and live to tape) the company's stand-up comedy specials (with such talent as Pete Davidson, Wanda Sykes, John Mulaney, Bert Kreischer & Shane Gillis), variety shows (on-going series and specials), sketch comedies, Netflix Is A Joke Comedy Festival, video podcasts and the Netflix is a Joke Radio SiriusXM initiative and should be comfortable counseling business partners and making decisions that have both legal and business impacts.
This role will be based in Los Angeles, CA.
REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate will have at least seven (7) years of development and production business and/or legal experience in the film or television industry, with experience in helping to negotiate and draft all forms of development, licensing, production and/or distribution agreements. Familiarity with the development, production, and multi-platform distribution of stand-up comedy, variety shows, late night programming and/or non-fiction programming and general entertainment industry knowledge is a plus. Fluency with related documents and related issues (e.g., production services agreements, talent agreements, license agreements, EP/writer agreements, standard terms, related IP issues) is appreciated.
The successful candidate will also possess the following:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong analytical capabilities and judgment.
- Ability to work proactively, independently and reliably under tight timeframes in a fast-paced environment, interacting with internal and external parties across time zones.
- Ability to work with the broader BLA Comedy team, specifically in the kids non-fiction, animation, and/or original scripted series space, as needed.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively cross-functionally, think practically and be solution-oriented.
- A commitment to embrace and advocate for inclusion is essential.
- Working cross functionally to maintain alignment between departments and teams.
- Willingness to tackle matters outside area of expertise.
- High level of organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and time-manage across multiple deadlines and time zones.
- J.D. and membership in good standing in at least one state bar is required.
COMPENSATION
Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $225,000.00 - $390,000.00.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
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Which media and entertainment companies sponsor TN visas in California?
California's media and entertainment sector includes some of the largest TN visa sponsors in the country. Companies such as NBCUniversal, Warner Bros. Discovery, Disney, Netflix, and Paramount have California operations that hire internationally. Streaming platforms headquartered in the Los Angeles and Bay Area regions also file TN petitions for qualifying roles in production, engineering, and content strategy.
Which cities in California have the most media and entertainment TN sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles accounts for the majority of media and entertainment TN sponsorship jobs in California, given its concentration of studios, production companies, and broadcasters in areas like Burbank, Culver City, and Hollywood. San Francisco and the broader Bay Area are strong for tech-adjacent media roles at streaming and digital media companies. San Diego has a smaller but active market, particularly in digital content and broadcast.
What types of media and entertainment roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship?
TN visa eligibility requires the role to fall within a USMCA-listed occupation. In media and entertainment, roles that commonly qualify include computer systems analysts, engineers in broadcast technology or software, graphic designers with qualifying degrees, and certain scientific technician roles. Purely creative roles such as actors or directors generally do not fall within TN categories, but many technical, analytical, and production-support positions do.
How do I find media and entertainment TN sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate lists media and entertainment jobs in California that are open to TN visa sponsorship, filtered specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals. Rather than sifting through general job boards where sponsorship status is unclear, Migrate Mate surfaces roles where employers have a demonstrated history of sponsoring TN visas, making it easier to focus your search on opportunities in California's film, streaming, and broadcast sectors.
Are there any California-specific considerations for TN sponsorship in media and entertainment?
California's entertainment industry moves quickly, and many productions operate on project-based timelines, which can complicate TN status for roles tied to a specific production rather than an ongoing employer relationship. TN visas require a traditional employer-employee relationship, so contract or freelance arrangements may not qualify. Professionals in this industry should confirm that their role and employment structure meet USMCA specialty occupation requirements before relying on TN as their visa pathway.