dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Journalism
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the 'video journalist' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The petitioner did not specify a degree requirement in the initial filing and provided a generic job description copied from the Department of Labor's handbook, which did not sufficiently detail the complexity or specialized nature of the duties to warrant a bachelor's degree in a specific field.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Or Complex/Unique Position Employer'S Normal Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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