End-to-End Consulting for Global Talent

At Open Playground Consulting, we provide comprehensive advisory services to help extraordinary individuals strategically build their career narrative, elevate their visibility, and access U.S. immigration pathways with confidence and clarity. From award-winning creatives to high-impact technologists, our clients trust us to help them present their best case—professionally, persuasively, and powerfully.

Visa Strategy & Application Planning

We provide customized consulting for individuals preparing to apply for U.S. extraordinary ability visas, such as O-1 and EB1A. Our services include:

Strategic evaluation of eligibility criteria
Personalized roadmap for immigration success
Positioning support to build a compelling candidate narrative
Collaboration with our exclusive legal partners (top-tier U.S. law firms) for petition submission

Career Advisory & Background Enhancement

We don’t just help you meet the bar—we help you exceed it. Our 1:1 advisory services focus on long-term growth and visibility in your field.

Industry-specific career guidance for U.S. and international markets
Positioning strategy and talent branding across platforms
Mentorship and connections for career advancement
Custom strategies to build visibility and reputation within your field

Awards Strategy & Nominations

For many clients, industry awards are a crucial part of proving exceptional ability. We help you:

Identify relevant local, regional, or international awards for your field
Provide strategic planning and nomination support
Collaborate with partners to increase your competitiveness
Ensure the documentation of wins is structured to meet petition criteria

Industry Association Strategy

Memberships and leadership roles in professional organizations show credibility, peer recognition, and contribution to the field. We support clients by:

Identifying high-impact associations in your sector
Strategizing membership or leadership applications
Connecting you with opportunities to speak, publish, or mentor within associations
Drafting role descriptions for documentation and recommendation letters

Referee Network & Recommendation Letters

We maintain a vetted network of senior professionals, executives, and academics across industries to help you secure high-quality references.

Matchmaking with qualified referees in your field
Strategic narrative planning for recommendation letters
Full ghostwriting support and feedback loop
Editing and alignment with immigration evidentiary standards

Invitation Letter & Offer Support

For visa petition categories requiring proof of U.S. engagement, we help you secure strong evidence of professional opportunity.

Access to vetted U.S.-based companies and institutions
Invitation letters drafted and tailored to your industry
Support in sourcing freelance contracts, consulting offers, or creative invitations
Strategic messaging aligned with legal and professional standards

Portfolio Curation & Review

Our approach goes beyond aesthetics—we help you structure your portfolio for legal and industry impact.

Audit of existing work samples and materials
Storytelling strategy to present your value proposition
Support on visuals, layout, captions, and presentation
Up to 5 iterative reviews with in-depth feedback

Personal PR, Media Coverage & Press Placement

Media presence is one of the strongest proof points in an O-1 or EB1A case. We help you build and leverage it strategically.

Ghostwriting of personal profiles, case studies, and features
Placement in credible international media platforms (US + China + global)
Coverage for personal achievements, projects, exhibitions, or thought leadership
Ongoing content strategy aligned with your immigration and career goals

1:1 Consultation Sessions

Our flagship service. Book a deep-dive session where we evaluate your qualifications, explain the entire visa and preparation process, and give you clear next steps. Highly recommended for first-time applicants and those planning long-term.

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