A global brand and marketing communications director sought extraordinary ability classification, initially claiming nine criteria. The AAO found only the leading or critical role criterion satisfied, others unmet or waived, so the three-criterion threshold was not reached and the appeal was dismissed.

A photographer self-petitioner claims extraordinary ability under EB-1A, satisfying judging and exhibitions criteria. The AAO affirmed the service center's denial because the petitioner failed to meet three required criteria: membership in elite association, original contributions of major significance, and a leading role in a distinguished organization. The evidence lacked specificity and corroboration of field recognition.

Contemporary classical music composer petitioner claimed four criteria. AAO found awards lack proper foreign language translations and supporting evidence of competitive recognition. Remaining three criteria not analyzed. Appeal dismissed.

Sound design and editing specialist claimed extraordinary ability under EB-1A, asserting eligibility for seven criteria. AAO found petitioner met none of the required ten criteria and dismissed the appeal, finding awards lacked national recognition and MPSE membership did not satisfy requirements.