Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2007 4:12 pm-
1. if i try to get the TN and get refused, what can happen, and will it make it harder to get a J1?
This will have no effect on obtaining the J-1.
2. for the J1, do i have to go through a sponsoring organization like CDS, or can my employer gain access to SEVIS and do what needs to be done there? I would rather take care of it all myself than pay a grand or so to a third party.
Most J-1s go through an established J-1 program for which the employer is already setup. The company can set itself up to issue J-1 visas, but its very cumbersome for the employer, and not something desirable unless they are hiring/in need of multiple trainees/specialists per year.
Aside from those questions, you can qualify as graphic designer on a 2 year post-secondary diploma or certificate plus 3 years of experience or a Bachelor's degree.
I think you would qualify as a TN professional (graphic designer) on your Bachelor's degree. I could make a better determination by examining your transcript.
There is sufficient evidence that you qualify, based on the Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) which provides that "A bachelors degree is required for most entry-level and advanced graphic design positions; although some entry-level technical positions may only require an associate degree."
Note that it does not provide any particular major (e.g. graphic design).
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