EB-1AFilm, music, performing artsIndividualDecided November 2022Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
NOV302022_01B2203
ExhibitionsMetAwardsNot metJudgingNot metLeading or critical roleNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A film and media editor sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. Though he met only one criterion (exhibitions), the AAO rejected awards and leading role findings due to insufficient documentation. He failed to meet the three-criterion threshold and lacked evidence of sustained national or international acclaim.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Exhibitions · Petitioner submitted sufficient evidence of work display at artistic exhibitions or showcases.
What was missing
- Awards · Insufficient documentary evidence that awards were nationally or internationally recognized for excellence.
- Judging · Petitioner did not establish participation as judge of work of others in the field.
- Leading or critical role · Insufficient documentary evidence of leading or critical role for distinguished organizations.
- Final merits · Petitioner failed to meet three criteria threshold and lacks sustained national or international acclaim.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Exhibitions | Met | Petitioner submitted sufficient evidence of work display at artistic exhibitions or showcases. |
 Awards | Not met | Insufficient documentary evidence that awards were nationally or internationally recognized for excellence. |
 Judging | Not met | Petitioner did not establish participation as judge of work of others in the field. |
 Leading or critical role | Not met | Insufficient documentary evidence of leading or critical role for distinguished organizations. |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner failed to meet three criteria threshold and lacks sustained national or international acclaim. |
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