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Playwrights can secure H-1B visa sponsorship through theater companies, universities with MFA programs, or arts organizations, but must demonstrate that their role requires specialized dramatic writing expertise. The key challenge is proving that playwriting constitutes a specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Momentum
Job Function:
Creative
Job Subfunction:
Copywriting
Job Description:
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR
Creative thinker with expertise in expression through language. Proficient in scriptwriting, social. Video, editing and more. Client Facing. Can participate in client meetings with limited oversight. Team focused. Can work with CDs, strategists and BLs to shape initial strategy of campaign. Generates and owns over-arching creative concepts, idea videos, case studies headlines, scripts, signage etc. Expected to be onsite at shoots, edits and builds. Trusted to build relationships with clients. Problem solvers able to operate with very little oversight.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO (RESPONSIBILITIES)
Responsible for concepting with the integrated team to deliver the best, most innovative creative ideas while maintaining a cohesive brand voice/identity.
Provide writing support and expertise in a wide variety of executions.
Collaborate with team and offer innovative ideas for creative briefs and strategy.
Track multiple parallel deadlines with exceptional attention to detail.
Successful execution of activations within established budgets and timeframe and on strategy.
Partners successfully with other creatives and across multi-disciplinary teams.
Presents work internally.
Actively participates/contributes to brainstorms.
Becomes client facing with direct supervision of CD or above.
Mentors more junior team members.
Stay abreast of industry and technology trends.
Articulates vision, idea, objectives to vendor.
Attends on-site visits and shoots as needed to ensure the vision come to life.
Supporting Momentum’s Values
All other duties as assigned
HERE’S WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS)
College degree with focus in Copywriting, preferred
6+ years of experience
Innovative concepting skills and great presentation skills
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite
Natural communicator with strong visual and verbal presentation skills
Positive attitude, genuine team player and a self-starter and go-getter attitude
ABOUT US – MOMENTUM WORLDWIDE
Momentum is an agency of doers. We make the industry’s most disruptive, entertaining, shareable, unforgettable experiences for our clients and their fans. We do it by bringing people closer to what they love, in original and unexpected ways. Whether it’s a physical activation, a virtual experience, or a piece of unique branded content, it’s all part of what we call the Total Brand Experience — ideas that solve business challenges, through best-in-class Consulting, Strategy, Analytics, Experience Design, and Production.
We want you to help brands do amazing, unprecedented, wild things, creating experiences that people never forget.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM MOMENTUM
At Momentum, we expect our employees to embody our values!
Our Core Values of Be One, Do Great Work, Have Fun, Give Back and Grow empower an environment where we challenge ourselves professionally and encourage each other personally.
At Momentum, we make our differences matter!
Who we are matters. We choose to hire diverse voices from all walks of life. We choose to make our culture one where everyone can be their authentic self and speak in their voice. We choose to give each other permission to get things wrong, so we can learn to make them right. We choose to celebrate the bravery of our peers and we choose to be collectively responsible.
At Momentum, we make our actions matter!
Making it matter means always choosing the sustainable option. It means designing waste out from the start. It means working with the right materials. Sourcing locally, innovating off-the-shelf solutions and reusing and repurposing. It means powering smarter. Traveling less. And only working with vendors who do the same. Make it matter means becoming the first experiential agency in the world to receive 2 ISO certifications.
SALARY RANGE
The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; location and region; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.
At Momentum Worldwide, we value diversity and the uniqueness of all people. We thrive in an inclusive environment, and we recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, gender, age, color, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion, sexual preference, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability – or any other legally protected categories as set forth in the applicable state, federal or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including training, compensation, benefits and all other privileges of employment.
We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.
LI-HB #LI-HYBRID $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
Omnicom’s policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time, and many of our agencies as well as Omnicom’s corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.
Omnicom is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is uniquely distributed, and we’re focused on developing inclusive teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join us—we look forward to getting to know you. We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice.
Link to Recruitment Privacy Notice: https://www.omc.com/privacy-notice
For US Job Seekers:
It is the policy of Omnicom and any of its affiliates to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE/AA/M/D/V/F.
Agency:
Momentum
Job Function:
Creative
Job Subfunction:
Copywriting
Job Description:
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR
Creative thinker with expertise in expression through language. Proficient in scriptwriting, social. Video, editing and more. Client Facing. Can participate in client meetings with limited oversight. Team focused. Can work with CDs, strategists and BLs to shape initial strategy of campaign. Generates and owns over-arching creative concepts, idea videos, case studies headlines, scripts, signage etc. Expected to be onsite at shoots, edits and builds. Trusted to build relationships with clients. Problem solvers able to operate with very little oversight.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO (RESPONSIBILITIES)
Responsible for concepting with the integrated team to deliver the best, most innovative creative ideas while maintaining a cohesive brand voice/identity.
Provide writing support and expertise in a wide variety of executions.
Collaborate with team and offer innovative ideas for creative briefs and strategy.
Track multiple parallel deadlines with exceptional attention to detail.
Successful execution of activations within established budgets and timeframe and on strategy.
Partners successfully with other creatives and across multi-disciplinary teams.
Presents work internally.
Actively participates/contributes to brainstorms.
Becomes client facing with direct supervision of CD or above.
Mentors more junior team members.
Stay abreast of industry and technology trends.
Articulates vision, idea, objectives to vendor.
Attends on-site visits and shoots as needed to ensure the vision come to life.
Supporting Momentum’s Values
All other duties as assigned
HERE’S WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS)
College degree with focus in Copywriting, preferred
6+ years of experience
Innovative concepting skills and great presentation skills
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite
Natural communicator with strong visual and verbal presentation skills
Positive attitude, genuine team player and a self-starter and go-getter attitude
ABOUT US – MOMENTUM WORLDWIDE
Momentum is an agency of doers. We make the industry’s most disruptive, entertaining, shareable, unforgettable experiences for our clients and their fans. We do it by bringing people closer to what they love, in original and unexpected ways. Whether it’s a physical activation, a virtual experience, or a piece of unique branded content, it’s all part of what we call the Total Brand Experience — ideas that solve business challenges, through best-in-class Consulting, Strategy, Analytics, Experience Design, and Production.
We want you to help brands do amazing, unprecedented, wild things, creating experiences that people never forget.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM MOMENTUM
At Momentum, we expect our employees to embody our values!
Our Core Values of Be One, Do Great Work, Have Fun, Give Back and Grow empower an environment where we challenge ourselves professionally and encourage each other personally.
At Momentum, we make our differences matter!
Who we are matters. We choose to hire diverse voices from all walks of life. We choose to make our culture one where everyone can be their authentic self and speak in their voice. We choose to give each other permission to get things wrong, so we can learn to make them right. We choose to celebrate the bravery of our peers and we choose to be collectively responsible.
At Momentum, we make our actions matter!
Making it matter means always choosing the sustainable option. It means designing waste out from the start. It means working with the right materials. Sourcing locally, innovating off-the-shelf solutions and reusing and repurposing. It means powering smarter. Traveling less. And only working with vendors who do the same. Make it matter means becoming the first experiential agency in the world to receive 2 ISO certifications.
SALARY RANGE
The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; location and region; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.
At Momentum Worldwide, we value diversity and the uniqueness of all people. We thrive in an inclusive environment, and we recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, gender, age, color, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion, sexual preference, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability – or any other legally protected categories as set forth in the applicable state, federal or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including training, compensation, benefits and all other privileges of employment.
We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.
LI-HB #LI-HYBRID $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
Omnicom’s policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time, and many of our agencies as well as Omnicom’s corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.
Omnicom is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is uniquely distributed, and we’re focused on developing inclusive teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join us—we look forward to getting to know you. We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice.
Link to Recruitment Privacy Notice: https://www.omc.com/privacy-notice
For US Job Seekers:
It is the policy of Omnicom and any of its affiliates to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE/AA/M/D/V/F.
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Target Academic Theater Programs
Universities with drama departments often sponsor playwrights as visiting artists or lecturers. These positions combine writing with teaching, making it easier to demonstrate specialty occupation requirements under H-1B guidelines.
Emphasize MFA or Theater Credentials
A Master of Fine Arts in Dramatic Writing or Playwriting strengthens your case significantly. If you lack an MFA, document extensive professional credits, published works, and awards to establish expertise.
Consider Literary Manager Roles
Regional theaters and production companies hire literary managers who evaluate scripts and develop new works. This hybrid role often qualifies more easily for sponsorship than pure playwriting positions.
Document Your Published Works
USCIS wants proof of specialized knowledge. Compile your produced plays, published scripts, theater reviews, grants received, and industry recognition to demonstrate professional achievement in dramatic writing.
Explore Arts Organization Partnerships
Nonprofit theaters, arts councils, and cultural institutions sometimes sponsor writers for specific projects or residencies. These partnerships can provide the institutional backing necessary for successful visa petitions.
Highlight Cross-Media Experience
If you write for theater, film, or television, emphasize this versatility. Employers value writers who can adapt dramatic works across different media formats and platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do playwrights qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Yes, but it's challenging. Playwrights must prove their role requires specialized dramatic writing knowledge that typically requires a bachelor's degree in theater, creative writing, or related field. Most successful cases involve academic positions or hybrid roles that combine writing with teaching or literary management.
What degree do I need for playwright visa sponsorship?
An MFA in Dramatic Writing, Playwriting, or Theater provides the strongest foundation. A bachelor's degree in English, Creative Writing, or Theater Arts can work if combined with extensive professional credits, published plays, and industry recognition that demonstrates specialized expertise.
Which employers sponsor playwrights for work visas?
Universities with theater programs, regional theaters, arts nonprofits, and cultural institutions are most likely to sponsor. Academic positions as visiting artists or lecturers often have the clearest path to approval, while pure freelance playwriting rarely qualifies for sponsorship.
Can I get an O-1 visa as a playwright instead of H-1B?
The O-1 visa may be easier if you have extraordinary ability demonstrated through major awards, critical acclaim, or significant commercial success. You'll need evidence like Tony nominations, major grants, produced works at prestigious theaters, or substantial media coverage of your dramatic works.
How to find Playwright jobs with visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to find Playwright automation testing roles with visa sponsorship. Focus on tech companies, financial services, and e-commerce businesses that frequently sponsor H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or O-1 visas for skilled testing professionals. These employers actively seek Playwright experts for web automation and quality assurance positions and often have established visa sponsorship processes.
What if my plays haven't been professionally produced yet?
This significantly weakens your case. USCIS wants proof of professional achievement in dramatic writing. Consider targeting academic positions where teaching credentials matter more than production history, or seek opportunities with smaller theaters to build your professional portfolio first.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Playwright jobs?
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.