Media & Entertainment Jobs in Florida with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
F-1 CPT media and entertainment jobs in Florida span production, digital content, broadcast, and post-production, with opportunities at companies like Telemundo, Universal Orlando, and CBS News Miami. Miami's Spanish-language media industry and Orlando's entertainment production sector make Florida a distinctive market for international students seeking CPT-eligible placements.
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The Field Technician is responsible for the maintaining the integrity from start to finish of the power systems, scoreboards and the ShotLink portable structures. This position is responsible for engineering power insertion points and load balance for the ShotLink Power System, installation of cameras, generators and other equipment throughout the course, as well as perform failover testing to determine and solve for equipment problems. This includes solving and preventing power and data issues, and communication with the team and other departments to provide issue resolution in a prompt manner. This position will also train and manage an onsite volunteer workforce averaging up to 200 volunteers.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Technical Associate degree preferred, high school diploma or equivalent required
- Clean driving record and CDL required
- Three years of related experience required, preferably in the following areas: outdoor construction, network/computer, military service, utility / power installation
- Prior customer service preferred
- Technical knowledge for set up, maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment
- Must be able to multitask and have strong organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively as an individual, but also in a team environment, military experience a plus
- Must have working experience with system repair, engineering tasks, and other troubleshooting activities
- Extensive travel required; teamwork, initiative, dependability and promptness; excellent communication skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
- Responsible for the planning / determination of preliminary placement, installation of ShotLink cameras, scoreboards and other equipment
- Oversee set up for tournament power systems and equipment and be responsible for potential issue resolution that can arise (e.g., weather, power, vendor support)
- Direct vendors and coordinate with golf course superintendents, agronomists, and rules officials to ensure that proper placement and function of equipment and ensure all safety and competition protocols are properly in place for all events
- Engineer power insertion points / layouts for the ShotLink Power System and load balance the system to include amperage and voltage within specifications. Monitor and troubleshoot system throughout events
- Troubleshooting power system solutions to ensure integrity and functionality of the ShotLink Scoring System and conduct weekly system failover tests
- Responsible for maintaining a weekly inventory of propane generators, including regular maintenance and any repairs
- Responsible for installing, configuring and troubleshooting ShotLink Scoring system equipment, including cameras, laptops, and other equipment throughout the course to mitigate loss of data which would have an adverse effect on contractual obligations
- Provide first level support to solving and preventing power issues, data and circuit outrages and communication with the team and other departments to provide issue resolution in a prompt manner.
- Ensure proper set up and correct locations of ShotLink trailers, portable structure trailers, fiber trailers
- Manage and train to 200 ShotLink volunteers at each tournament
- Responsible for volunteer performance. Oversee assigned volunteers, determine volunteer ability to continue meeting expectations and address any potential issues / replacement when needed
- Ensure equipment for volunteers is maintained and working properly
- Assist with unloading, packing, and completing asset inventory
- On call responsibilities
- Mentor new Field Technicians and provide on-site training/coaching as needed.
- Special projects or other duties as assigned.
INTRODUCTION
The Field Technician is responsible for the maintaining the integrity from start to finish of the power systems, scoreboards and the ShotLink portable structures. This position is responsible for engineering power insertion points and load balance for the ShotLink Power System, installation of cameras, generators and other equipment throughout the course, as well as perform failover testing to determine and solve for equipment problems. This includes solving and preventing power and data issues, and communication with the team and other departments to provide issue resolution in a prompt manner. This position will also train and manage an onsite volunteer workforce averaging up to 200 volunteers.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Technical Associate degree preferred, high school diploma or equivalent required
- Clean driving record and CDL required
- Three years of related experience required, preferably in the following areas: outdoor construction, network/computer, military service, utility / power installation
- Prior customer service preferred
- Technical knowledge for set up, maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment
- Must be able to multitask and have strong organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively as an individual, but also in a team environment, military experience a plus
- Must have working experience with system repair, engineering tasks, and other troubleshooting activities
- Extensive travel required; teamwork, initiative, dependability and promptness; excellent communication skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
- Responsible for the planning / determination of preliminary placement, installation of ShotLink cameras, scoreboards and other equipment
- Oversee set up for tournament power systems and equipment and be responsible for potential issue resolution that can arise (e.g., weather, power, vendor support)
- Direct vendors and coordinate with golf course superintendents, agronomists, and rules officials to ensure that proper placement and function of equipment and ensure all safety and competition protocols are properly in place for all events
- Engineer power insertion points / layouts for the ShotLink Power System and load balance the system to include amperage and voltage within specifications. Monitor and troubleshoot system throughout events
- Troubleshooting power system solutions to ensure integrity and functionality of the ShotLink Scoring System and conduct weekly system failover tests
- Responsible for maintaining a weekly inventory of propane generators, including regular maintenance and any repairs
- Responsible for installing, configuring and troubleshooting ShotLink Scoring system equipment, including cameras, laptops, and other equipment throughout the course to mitigate loss of data which would have an adverse effect on contractual obligations
- Provide first level support to solving and preventing power issues, data and circuit outrages and communication with the team and other departments to provide issue resolution in a prompt manner.
- Ensure proper set up and correct locations of ShotLink trailers, portable structure trailers, fiber trailers
- Manage and train to 200 ShotLink volunteers at each tournament
- Responsible for volunteer performance. Oversee assigned volunteers, determine volunteer ability to continue meeting expectations and address any potential issues / replacement when needed
- Ensure equipment for volunteers is maintained and working properly
- Assist with unloading, packing, and completing asset inventory
- On call responsibilities
- Mentor new Field Technicians and provide on-site training/coaching as needed.
- Special projects or other duties as assigned.
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Which media and entertainment companies sponsor F-1 CPT visas in Florida?
Florida-based employers that have historically worked with CPT students in media and entertainment include Telemundo Network Group in Miami, NBCUniversal's operations at Universal Orlando, CBS News Miami, and smaller production companies throughout South Florida. Spanish-language broadcasters and digital media firms in Miami's Brickell and Wynwood neighborhoods also engage CPT students, particularly for bilingual content, production coordination, and digital marketing roles.
Which cities in Florida have the most media and entertainment F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Miami leads Florida for media and entertainment CPT opportunities, driven by its concentration of Spanish-language broadcasters, music labels, and digital content studios. Orlando is the second-largest market, anchored by theme park entertainment production and film studios. Tampa has a growing broadcast and digital media presence. Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton also host regional offices of national media companies that engage CPT students.
What types of media and entertainment roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship?
Roles that commonly qualify for CPT must be directly tied to a student's degree program. In media and entertainment, that typically includes production assistant, content strategist, digital marketing coordinator, video editor, broadcast journalism intern, social media analyst, and UX researcher positions at media companies. The role must integrate with your coursework, and your DSO must authorize CPT before you begin working. Final eligibility is determined by your school, not the employer.
How do I find media and entertainment F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type, including F-1 CPT, and by industry. You can search media and entertainment roles in Florida directly, with listings from employers who have indicated willingness to work with CPT students. This saves significant time compared to manually screening postings. Always confirm CPT authorization with your DSO before accepting any offer.
Are there any Florida-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 CPT in media and entertainment?
Florida's media industry has a high concentration of Spanish-language and international content production, particularly in Miami, which can be an advantage for bilingual international students. However, many entertainment roles in Orlando and Miami are project-based or seasonal, which can complicate CPT authorization since your DSO must link the position to your academic program. Confirm that the role is structured as an internship or practicum, not a freelance or gig arrangement, before proceeding.
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