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Question: I am a graduate, with an interest in Commercial Art. I would like to work in a medium where I can display my creativity. What are the career options that I can explore?
Mukul Sinha, Meerut
Answer: You can be a visual merchandiser for a large showroom or fashion studio or you could join an advertising agency as a visualiser. Typography and calligraphy are 2 excellent options that you can look at. Both involve communication through the means of the written word. The styling of the letters, the fonts, the colours used, all convey the attitude of the word. You could also work as a photographer in an advertising agency or be a freelance photographer.

Question: I am interested in applying for a H1B Visa? Please guide me as to how I can go about it.
Vicky Sharma, Noida
Answer: The H1-B status requires sponsoring by a US employer. The employer must file a Labour Condition Application (LCA) with the Department of Labour attesting to several items, including payment of prevailing wages for the position, and the working conditions offered.
The employer must then file a Form I-129 petition plus accompanying fee of $130 with the BCIS and, unless specifically exempt under the law, an additional $1000 fee to sponsor the H1-B worker. Based on the BCIS petition approval, the worker can apply for the H1-B visa.