EB-1AArts, design, architectureEmployerDecided 2006Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Aug032006_05B2203
ExhibitionsNot metOriginal contributionsNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Creative concept advertising artist sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. Petitioner claimed original contributions and exhibition achievements through client work and student shows. AAO found client endorsements vague, work not properly credited in artistic venues, and evidence insufficient to demonstrate top-level field standing.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Exhibitions · Work displayed to paying clients not credited in artistic exhibit; student exhibition photos insufficient
- Original contributions · Client opinions and vague letters fail to explain impact on field of advertising art
- Final merits · Evidence shows graphic design talent but not sustained national or international acclaim at top level
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Exhibitions | Not met | Work displayed to paying clients not credited in artistic exhibit; student exhibition photos insufficient |
 Original contributions | Not met | Client opinions and vague letters fail to explain impact on field of advertising art |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence shows graphic design talent but not sustained national or international acclaim at top level |
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