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Advertising Sales Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field. Media companies, ad tech platforms, and digital publishers file H-1B petitions for these roles, though LCA prevailing wage requirements and the annual lottery make employer selection critical.
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U.S. News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens, consumers, business leaders and policy officials make important decisions in their lives. We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for 90 years. Our platforms on usnews.com include Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, News, Real Estate, Careers and Insurance. We reach millions of people monthly during moments when they are most in need of expert advice and motivated to act on that advice directly on our platforms. Our signature franchises include our “Best” series of consumer guides on colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, diets, cars, financial services and more. These guides provide an easy-to-digest list for consumers to better understand and compare when making their decisions. We continue to publish annual guides of the authoritative Best Colleges and Best Hospitals rankings on our website and in print. And our U.S. News Live flagship conferences highlight important national conversations such as Healthcare of Tomorrow. We believe in having a broad range of talent and backgrounds at U.S. News. We strive to maintain a welcoming and inclusive workplace where everyone is given an opportunity to succeed and contribute to their fullest.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
U.S. News empowers everyone to thrive. The Account Executive will work as part of the U.S. News Health vertical, helping to drive the success of marketing solutions in the pharma and life sciences space. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with a strong background in sales, client relations, and marketing strategy, as well as exposure to working with product teams. The ideal candidate is self-motivated with an entrepreneurial attitude and able to work independently in a sales capacity, demonstrating initiative and ownership across the full sales cycle. Only Local New York applicants will be considered.
- Drive new business and deliver growth against defined revenue targets. Generate leads, exceed sales targets, and research the marketplace for continued sources of revenue.
- Build and maintain client relationships through excellent service and attending external events/conferences. Identify and capitalize on opportunities to grow relationships and revenue.
- Develop domain expertise in the pharma and life sciences industry, understanding how U.S. News’s content, rankings, and marketing services align with client needs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to translate client feedback into product enhancements and communicate desired updates to product and technology teams.
- Support product launches by helping communicate new opportunities to clients and prospects across campaigns and key ranking cycles.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You should definitely have:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Minimum of five (5) years of similar or related experience in the field of digital advertising sales, with a track record of being able to hit and exceed quarterly revenue goals.
- Experience selling marketing solutions, multi-platform programs, and growing client relationships
- Proven track record of achieving/exceeding sales targets
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
- Ability to travel to industry events and represent U.S. News as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It would be nice if you had:
- Experience in the healthcare, pharma, or life sciences industries
- Experience securing early adopter clients and building a client base for a new product
- Experience collaborating with product management teams
WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK WITH US
Talent is our best asset! We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News’ dedication to our consumers.
- Entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture with core values of quality and integrity
- Focus on fostering personal and professional growth
- Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training
- Collaborative Work Environment: Fun, diverse, inclusive and ambitious co-workers
OTHER JOB INFO
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
U.S. News & World Report strongly encourages all employees to be fully vaccinated (including boosters).
New York based applicants to work a hybrid schedule in our NY office location.
The base salary for this position is $100,000-$130,000 with a meaningful commission plan. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, interview performance, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
INTRODUCTION
U.S. News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens, consumers, business leaders and policy officials make important decisions in their lives. We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for 90 years. Our platforms on usnews.com include Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, News, Real Estate, Careers and Insurance. We reach millions of people monthly during moments when they are most in need of expert advice and motivated to act on that advice directly on our platforms. Our signature franchises include our “Best” series of consumer guides on colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, diets, cars, financial services and more. These guides provide an easy-to-digest list for consumers to better understand and compare when making their decisions. We continue to publish annual guides of the authoritative Best Colleges and Best Hospitals rankings on our website and in print. And our U.S. News Live flagship conferences highlight important national conversations such as Healthcare of Tomorrow. We believe in having a broad range of talent and backgrounds at U.S. News. We strive to maintain a welcoming and inclusive workplace where everyone is given an opportunity to succeed and contribute to their fullest.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
U.S. News empowers everyone to thrive. The Account Executive will work as part of the U.S. News Health vertical, helping to drive the success of marketing solutions in the pharma and life sciences space. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with a strong background in sales, client relations, and marketing strategy, as well as exposure to working with product teams. The ideal candidate is self-motivated with an entrepreneurial attitude and able to work independently in a sales capacity, demonstrating initiative and ownership across the full sales cycle. Only Local New York applicants will be considered.
- Drive new business and deliver growth against defined revenue targets. Generate leads, exceed sales targets, and research the marketplace for continued sources of revenue.
- Build and maintain client relationships through excellent service and attending external events/conferences. Identify and capitalize on opportunities to grow relationships and revenue.
- Develop domain expertise in the pharma and life sciences industry, understanding how U.S. News’s content, rankings, and marketing services align with client needs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to translate client feedback into product enhancements and communicate desired updates to product and technology teams.
- Support product launches by helping communicate new opportunities to clients and prospects across campaigns and key ranking cycles.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You should definitely have:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Minimum of five (5) years of similar or related experience in the field of digital advertising sales, with a track record of being able to hit and exceed quarterly revenue goals.
- Experience selling marketing solutions, multi-platform programs, and growing client relationships
- Proven track record of achieving/exceeding sales targets
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
- Ability to travel to industry events and represent U.S. News as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It would be nice if you had:
- Experience in the healthcare, pharma, or life sciences industries
- Experience securing early adopter clients and building a client base for a new product
- Experience collaborating with product management teams
WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK WITH US
Talent is our best asset! We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News’ dedication to our consumers.
- Entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture with core values of quality and integrity
- Focus on fostering personal and professional growth
- Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training
- Collaborative Work Environment: Fun, diverse, inclusive and ambitious co-workers
OTHER JOB INFO
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
U.S. News & World Report strongly encourages all employees to be fully vaccinated (including boosters).
New York based applicants to work a hybrid schedule in our NY office location.
The base salary for this position is $100,000-$130,000 with a meaningful commission plan. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, interview performance, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Advertising Sales Manager
Map your degree to specialty occupation criteria
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the Advertising Sales Manager role. A marketing or business degree is cleanest. If yours is in communications or a adjacent field, document how your coursework maps to the job duties before applications go out.
Target ad tech and programmatic media employers
Digital advertising platforms, programmatic networks, and large media conglomerates file H-1B petitions far more consistently than local TV stations or print outlets. Use Migrate Mate to filter Advertising Sales Manager openings by verified LCA filing history.
Benchmark your offered salary against OFLC prevailing wages
Your employer's LCA must certify pay at or above the DOL prevailing wage for Advertising Sales Managers in the specific metro. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 11-2011 before your offer negotiation so you know the floor.
Ask employers about cap-exempt H-1B filing options
Universities, nonprofits, and certain research organizations are cap-exempt, letting your employer file outside the April lottery window. Some media and ad industry nonprofits qualify. Confirm cap-exempt status directly with the employer's immigration counsel before assuming lottery timing applies.
File I-129 with premium processing if start date is critical
Advertising sales teams often have revenue-tied start dates tied to upfronts or Q4 cycles. USCIS premium processing guarantees a decision within 15 business days, protecting your onboarding timeline when the employer needs you in seat before a sales cycle launches.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically between roles
If your current H-1B employer terminates your position, you have a 60-day grace period to secure a new sponsor and file an H-1B transfer. Keep your recent LCA and I-797 approval notices accessible so a new Advertising Sales Manager employer can file the transfer petition quickly.
H-1B Visa Advertising Sales Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Advertising Sales Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as marketing, business, or advertising. USCIS scrutinizes sales roles more closely than engineering or tech positions, so the job description must specify degree requirements rather than treating the degree as a preference. Employers with a pattern of filing for this SOC code are generally better prepared to document specialty occupation status.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Advertising Sales Managers?
Digital advertising platforms, large media companies, programmatic ad networks, and marketing technology firms are the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. Traditional broadcast and print employers sponsor far less frequently. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history for Advertising Sales Manager titles, so you can focus your search on companies that have already sponsored the role.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Advertising Sales Manager offers?
Your employer must certify on the Labor Condition Application that your salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for Advertising Sales Managers in the specific metropolitan area where you'll work. Wage levels are tiered by experience, with Level I being entry and Level IV being senior. You can verify the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating any offer.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Advertising Sales Manager employer mid-status?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval. Your new employer files a new I-129 petition with a fresh LCA. You can begin in the new role as soon as USCIS receives the petition, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status.
Does the O*NET classification for Advertising Sales Manager support H-1B specialty occupation arguments?
O*NET classifies Advertising Sales Agents under SOC 41-3011 as a Job Zone 3 occupation, which typically requires some post-secondary education but does not mandate a four-year degree by default. Employers filing for managerial-level roles often cite internal job requirements and industry norms to support specialty occupation status. An immigration attorney can help structure the petition evidence when the O*NET baseline is not definitively degree-requiring.