I have received a job offer to work as a Graphic Designer in the US with a private school. I have a couple of concerns about my TN Application.
1)I have a 3 Yr. Baccalaureate in General Studies (unrelated to position), some evening courses in New Media and have been working 3+ years as a freelance designer for mostly US Firms. In this case, how would I show relevancy, education and work wise? I would think I need to contact previous freelance clients and get letters from them. Find transcripts for the evening courses I attended. And find a connection between a general degree and my job, which will likely be the hardest part. Given that I have a non-specific degree, and that I have been self-employed, what do you think is the likelihood I will allowed entry given my situation, with or without a lawyer?
I found this to be somewhat helpful
http://www.naftatnlawyer.com/nafta-tn-blog/2008/2/29/will-a-minor-in-graphic-design-qualify-for-a-graphic-designe.html
2)Along the same lines as the first questions, the DOL states this as their Graphic Design summary.
"Graphic designers—or graphic artists—plan, analyze, and create visual solutions to communications problems. They find the most effective way to get messages across in print, electronic, and film media using a variety of methods such as color, type, illustration, photography, animation, and various print and layout techniques. Graphic designers develop the overall layout and production design of magazines, newspapers, journals, corporate reports, and other publications. They also produce promotional displays, packaging, and marketing brochures for products and services, design distinctive logos for products and businesses, and develop signs and signage systems—called environmental graphics—for business and government. An increasing number of graphic designers also develop material for Internet Web pages, interactive media, and multimedia projects. Graphic designers also may produce the credits that appear before and after television programs and movies."
I have previous work experience in many of these fields, would you recommend compiling a print portfolio. The employer letter should highlight many of these experiences.
3)Should I get a lawyer, what would typical fees be?
4)I assume I will have to terminate my freelance business.
1)I have a 3 Yr. Baccalaureate in General Studies (unrelated to position), some evening courses in New Media and have been working 3+ years as a freelance designer for mostly US Firms. In this case, how would I show relevancy, education and work wise? I would think I need to contact previous freelance clients and get letters from them. Find transcripts for the evening courses I attended. And find a connection between a general degree and my job, which will likely be the hardest part. Given that I have a non-specific degree, and that I have been self-employed, what do you think is the likelihood I will allowed entry given my situation, with or without a lawyer?
I found this to be somewhat helpful
http://www.naftatnlawyer.com/nafta-tn-blog/2008/2/29/will-a-minor-in-graphic-design-qualify-for-a-graphic-designe.html
2)Along the same lines as the first questions, the DOL states this as their Graphic Design summary.
"Graphic designers—or graphic artists—plan, analyze, and create visual solutions to communications problems. They find the most effective way to get messages across in print, electronic, and film media using a variety of methods such as color, type, illustration, photography, animation, and various print and layout techniques. Graphic designers develop the overall layout and production design of magazines, newspapers, journals, corporate reports, and other publications. They also produce promotional displays, packaging, and marketing brochures for products and services, design distinctive logos for products and businesses, and develop signs and signage systems—called environmental graphics—for business and government. An increasing number of graphic designers also develop material for Internet Web pages, interactive media, and multimedia projects. Graphic designers also may produce the credits that appear before and after television programs and movies."
I have previous work experience in many of these fields, would you recommend compiling a print portfolio. The employer letter should highlight many of these experiences.
3)Should I get a lawyer, what would typical fees be?
4)I assume I will have to terminate my freelance business.
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