Dismissed
O-1B
O-1B Dismissed — Sound Design (2005): did not establish the beneficiary meets the standard for
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary meets the standard for extraordinary ability in the arts, defined as distinction. The AAO found the evidence insufficient for all criteria discussed, noting that articles were untranslated or did not name the beneficiary, testimonials were from close colleagues and did not show widespread recognition, and claims of commercial success or high salary were unsubstantiated.
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Awards Or Prizes Lead Or Starring Participant In Productions Or Events National Or International Recognition Lead, Starring, Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations Major Commercial Or Critically Acclaimed Successes Significant Recognition From Experts High Salary
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