Media & Entertainment OPT Jobs in New York
New York is the center of the U.S. media and entertainment industry, home to major studios, broadcast networks, publishing houses, and streaming companies concentrated in Manhattan. Companies like NBCUniversal, ViacomCBS, Sony Music, and Condé Nast have historically hired F-1 OPT students in production, digital media, marketing, and content roles.
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Company Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Job Description
Role Summary:
The Analyst, People Analytics & Reporting position is responsible for facilitating and completing reporting across NBCUniversal and Universal Destinations & Experiences (UDX) while collaborating with key stakeholders. This role also involves participation in reporting systems design and testing, providing back-up support for day-to-day dashboarding/reporting troubleshooting, and assisting with special projects as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Acquire and maintain expertise in systems (SAP HCM, Business Objects, Power BI), data processes, diverse employee populations, and security to enable accurate reporting
- Prepare and deliver Ad-hoc global & company-wide reports to various stakeholders across the organization while ensuring the validity of the data
- Create customized reports and dashboards to fulfill requests and inquiries from HR Leadership, partnering with developers for builds that require their support and conducting thorough testing
- Support leadership team by providing key data for critical business activities in a timely manner
- Serve as a consultative partner to data requestors by interpreting business questions, challenging assumptions when needed and identifying additional partnerships required to address requests
- Use a structured approach to requirements-gathering, identifying gaps, dependencies, and potential data quality issues—while clearly communicating impacts back to requestors in relation to their report request
- Maintain and enhance existing reports based on business requirements and develop new reports as necessary
- Support and maintain dashboarding and BW reporting security-roles, including cadenced auditing and obtaining necessary approvals where required
- Support for day-to-day Power BI dashboarding and test end-user reporting queries and defects
- Support for Snowflake configurations and uploads
- Develop and maintain productive working relationships with Business Unit HR client groups, Finance, Legal, Compliance, etc. and with our parent company, Comcast
- Support projects that may require the integration of new reports, tools, functionality in the various Reporting/Dashboard environments (BW/SAP/Power BI)
- Serve as SME on Business Warehouse/SAP reporting environments functionality and data while providing functional guidance to SAP HCM & Business Warehouse HR system users, including troubleshooting issues, resolving data discrepancies, and addressing user inquiries
- Serve as the SME for the IT counterparts related to the data in SAP to help guide IT on requirements/fixes/issues
- Provide back-up support for reporting/dashboard guides and training videos available for HR, including identifying required updates or generating new guides where required
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in business, computer science, psychology, other related degree with a focus on data analysis/critical thinking
- 1+ year of experience in data handling (e.g. report writing, data analysis, research, etc.) and using SAP Business Objects or related data warehouse reporting tools
- Experience providing SAP Business Objects or related data warehouse system support (e.g. troubleshooting, testing, etc.)
- Exceptional proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
Desired Characteristics:
- Experience with HR Data Systems
- Experience with Power BI & Snowflake
- Knowledge of HR processes, practices and organizational models
- Proven ability to compile and analyze data
- Ability to set reporting expectations for requesters regarding access, data and structures
- Solid attention to detail; ability to work effectively and accurately under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to facilitate requests end-to-end while effectively communicating with relevant business groups
- Demonstrate a high level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential employee data with a strong commitment to data privacy, accuracy, and ethical decision-making
- Effective written and verbal communication skills including ability to explain data and metrics to non-technical audiences
- Demonstrate strong communication skills by asking targeted, clarifying questions to fully understand reporting needs and translate vague or incomplete requests into well-defined, actionable requirements
- Solid decision-making skills and ability to use professional judgement
- Excellent critical-thinking skills to evaluate data quality, interpret complex reporting requirements, and translate ambiguous business needs into clear, actionable reporting solutions
- Customer-oriented individual with problem solving skills
- Flexibility and adaptability in performing work duties
- Work as a member of a team
- Python/SQL
Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $65,000 - $80,000
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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Which media and entertainment companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in New York?
New York-based media companies that have historically hired F-1 OPT workers include NBCUniversal, ViacomCBS, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Media, Condé Nast, Hearst, and The New York Times. Smaller production companies, digital agencies, and streaming startups also participate in OPT hiring, though sponsorship practices vary by company and role. Checking individual company career pages and USCIS OPT employer records can help confirm current participation.
Which cities in New York have the most media and entertainment F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Manhattan is by far the dominant hub, with Midtown and Hudson Yards hosting the headquarters of most major broadcast, publishing, and streaming companies. Brooklyn has a growing concentration of independent film, digital media, and creative production studios. Outside New York City, Albany and Buffalo have smaller media markets, but the overwhelming majority of F-1 OPT media sponsorship opportunities are concentrated within the five boroughs.
What types of media and entertainment roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in New York?
Roles that commonly align with F-1 OPT authorization in New York media include digital content production, video editing, social media strategy, UX and visual design for media platforms, data analytics for audience research, software engineering for streaming or publishing tech, and marketing within entertainment companies. Roles must be directly related to your degree field to qualify under OPT authorization. Production assistant and general administrative roles may not meet this requirement depending on your program of study.
How do I find media and entertainment F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international students and visa holders, with filters for F-1 OPT status and industry categories including media and entertainment in New York. Because OPT-compatible roles in this industry are not always labeled clearly on general job boards, using Migrate Mate helps you surface listings from employers who have indicated willingness to hire F-1 OPT candidates, saving significant time in your search.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in media and entertainment?
New York's media industry is highly competitive, and many entry-level roles have historically relied on unpaid internships, which are not compatible with OPT work authorization requirements. Paid positions must be directly related to your field of study and cannot exceed the 90-day unemployment limit before you secure employment. Additionally, if your employer plans to transition you to H-1B visa status after OPT, be aware that New York media companies vary widely in their willingness to file H-1B petitions, so it is worth confirming employer intent early in the process.