Media & Entertainment Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Michigan
Michigan's media and entertainment sector spans Detroit's major broadcast networks, including WDIV and WXYZ, alongside film production companies drawn by the state's tax incentive program. Employers in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor have sponsored Green Cards for roles across production, journalism, digital media, and entertainment technology, making Michigan a viable destination for international media professionals pursuing permanent residency.
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This opportunity will be in the Detroit, Michigan area for a new project in 2027.
The purpose of your role as an Assistant Project Manager
As an Assistant Project Manager, you will provide project management support during all phases of HVAC construction to ensure project standards, budget, deadlines and communications are maintained.
Safety:
- Perform site walkthroughs and inspections.
- Assist in site safety compliance.
- Ensure all safety requirements are being performed - this includes site specific safety plans, audits, tool box talks, pre-task planning and being proficient in using Industry Safe.
Document Control:
- Review, process, organize, log and distribute Contract Documents (drawings, specifications, schedules, RFIs, Construction Bulletins, etc.) and shop drawings/submittals to appropriate team members (e.g. Harris project team, subcontractors, fab shop and vendors).
- Distribute and log all of the above activities for the team.
- Assist in drafting, submitting and tracking RFIs and their corresponding responses.
- Attend field coordination meetings & distribute meeting notes.
- Assist in the administration of project specific quality control program and compile documentation.
- Administer/update progress drawings and as-built drawings.
- Administer project closeout documentation including Operation and Maintenance manuals, spare parts, startup reports, owner training and punch lists.
Scope of Work support:
- Assist in the identification, tracking and reporting of changes to original scope of work.
Procurement Support:
- Maintain equipment procurement logs.
- Assist in management and tracking of tool and equipment rentals.
- Order Equipment and coordinate shipping schedules with Purchasing Department.
Job Costing and Labor Tracking/Productivity:
- Assist project manager and field foreman to track labor productivity in accounting software.
Estimation:
- Coordinate with suppliers/vendors to estimate projects.
- Perform basic estimating skills utilizing estimating software.
- Attend pre-bid, page turn, project turnover and preplanning meetings as required.
- Assist in producing and populating scope/proposal letter.
Relationships:
- As required, establish industry relationships to ensure project sales growth in the future.
Other tasks & duties:
- Other tasks and duties may be necessary due to project specific conditions, and as directed.
What we're looking for in you
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or related preferred or related experience
- 2+ years of experience in the building & construction industry
- 2+ years of experience with mechanical systems
- 2+ years of experience with business administration and management principals
- Ability to read and comprehend construction documents
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals
Your life at Harris
As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!
From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.
Harris Benefits + Compensation
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401K with company match
- Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
- Paid Parental leave
- Short-Term Incentive Plan
Pay Range:
$62,549.35 - $93,824.03
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Description:
This opportunity will be in the Detroit, Michigan area for a new project in 2027.
The purpose of your role as an Assistant Project Manager
As an Assistant Project Manager, you will provide project management support during all phases of HVAC construction to ensure project standards, budget, deadlines and communications are maintained.
Safety:
- Perform site walkthroughs and inspections.
- Assist in site safety compliance.
- Ensure all safety requirements are being performed - this includes site specific safety plans, audits, tool box talks, pre-task planning and being proficient in using Industry Safe.
Document Control:
- Review, process, organize, log and distribute Contract Documents (drawings, specifications, schedules, RFIs, Construction Bulletins, etc.) and shop drawings/submittals to appropriate team members (e.g. Harris project team, subcontractors, fab shop and vendors).
- Distribute and log all of the above activities for the team.
- Assist in drafting, submitting and tracking RFIs and their corresponding responses.
- Attend field coordination meetings & distribute meeting notes.
- Assist in the administration of project specific quality control program and compile documentation.
- Administer/update progress drawings and as-built drawings.
- Administer project closeout documentation including Operation and Maintenance manuals, spare parts, startup reports, owner training and punch lists.
Scope of Work support:
- Assist in the identification, tracking and reporting of changes to original scope of work.
Procurement Support:
- Maintain equipment procurement logs.
- Assist in management and tracking of tool and equipment rentals.
- Order Equipment and coordinate shipping schedules with Purchasing Department.
Job Costing and Labor Tracking/Productivity:
- Assist project manager and field foreman to track labor productivity in accounting software.
Estimation:
- Coordinate with suppliers/vendors to estimate projects.
- Perform basic estimating skills utilizing estimating software.
- Attend pre-bid, page turn, project turnover and preplanning meetings as required.
- Assist in producing and populating scope/proposal letter.
Relationships:
- As required, establish industry relationships to ensure project sales growth in the future.
Other tasks & duties:
- Other tasks and duties may be necessary due to project specific conditions, and as directed.
What we're looking for in you
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or related preferred or related experience
- 2+ years of experience in the building & construction industry
- 2+ years of experience with mechanical systems
- 2+ years of experience with business administration and management principals
- Ability to read and comprehend construction documents
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals
Your life at Harris
As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!
From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.
Harris Benefits + Compensation
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401K with company match
- Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
- Paid Parental leave
- Short-Term Incentive Plan
Pay Range:
$62,549.35 - $93,824.03
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Green Card Media & Entertainment Job Roles in Michigan
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Search Media & Entertainment Jobs in MichiganMedia & Entertainment Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
Which media and entertainment companies sponsor Green Card visas in Michigan?
Detroit-based broadcast stations such as WDIV (Post-Newsweek) and WXYZ (Scripps) have histories of sponsoring work visas for skilled media professionals. Michigan's film and digital production companies, particularly those operating under the state's production incentive program, also sponsor Green Cards for specialized roles. Larger media groups with Michigan operations tend to file PERM labor certifications for positions where domestic recruitment has not yielded qualified candidates.
Which cities in Michigan have the most media and entertainment Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Detroit accounts for the largest share of media and entertainment Green Card sponsorship activity in Michigan, given its concentration of broadcast television stations, radio networks, advertising agencies, and digital media firms. Ann Arbor has a growing presence in digital content and media technology, partly tied to the University of Michigan's ecosystem. Grand Rapids supports regional broadcasting and corporate media production, offering additional sponsorship opportunities outside the Detroit metro.
What types of media and entertainment roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Michigan?
Roles that generally qualify require a specialized bachelor's degree or higher tied directly to the position. In Michigan's media sector, this includes broadcast engineers, digital content producers, video editors with specialized technical skills, post-production specialists, motion graphics designers, and media technology roles in areas such as streaming infrastructure or data analytics. Roles requiring broad generalist skills without a specific degree requirement are less likely to clear the PERM specialty occupation standard.
How do I find media and entertainment Green Card sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and state, so you can search for Green Card sponsorship roles in Michigan's media and entertainment sector directly. Rather than sifting through general job boards, Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have indicated sponsorship willingness for permanent residency, saving time for international candidates focused on the Michigan market. Filtering by the media and entertainment category narrows results to relevant production, broadcasting, and digital media openings.
Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in media and entertainment?
Michigan's film incentive program has attracted production companies to the state, which periodically creates sponsorship activity for specialized behind-the-camera roles. However, project-based production work can complicate PERM sponsorship, since the process requires a permanent, full-time position. Candidates should prioritize employers with stable, ongoing operations, such as broadcast stations or established digital media companies, where long-term employment continuity supports the multi-year PERM and immigrant petition timeline.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card media & entertainment jobs in Michigan?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.