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Creative Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, graphic design, communications, marketing, or fine arts. Employers file the LCA with DOL before your petition, certifying the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your location and occupation code.
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Amazon’s global cross channel, cross category marketing team (XCM), is looking for a Creative Director – Art Director to guide the development of Amazon’s brand look and feel, and create fully integrated ideas across channels.
The ideal candidate has a passion for doing world class work, and is a talented and passionate art director that thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment, with a taste for the peculiar. At Amazon, there is a lot of growth opportunity, and this role includes opportunities to produce global work across regions. XCM Creative Directors are hands on; a combination of creative doer, conceptual powerhouse and team leader. We’re looking for someone with strong strategic knowledge, who can make intentional choices, and is excited to tackle new creative challenges every day.
Key job responsibilities
- Develop, inspire and build the Global Mass Advertising team within Amazon's internal agency to deliver creative breakthrough campaigns.
- Establish and foster a culture that enables world-class creative development.
- Effectively develop cross functional relationships with product, consumer research and marketing teams to develop ad strategy and consumer insights that drive compelling creative executions.
- Hands on creative development for key initiatives across channels.
- Deep understanding of digital and new media.
- Lead creative development of innovative advertising, from concept to delivery.
- Develop ideas that will deploy across Amazon businesses globally.
- Own, develop and evangelize brand personality and purpose globally.
- Quickly develop concept mockups to visualize new ideas in context.
- Present ad concepts effectively to senior executives.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of creative executive experience
- Bachelor's degree, or 4+ years of professional experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience owning creative input, development and execution from concept to completion
- Experience working in a fast-paced work environment
- Can work proactively and independently, meet deadlines, and deliver on projects and tasks
- Experience mentoring, coaching, and influencing colleagues, collaborators, and stakeholders
- Experience with a world-class advertising agency or internal corporate agency.
- Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results on creative projects, and history of establishing effective creative development processes.
- Relentless desire for innovation, balanced with business and user interaction priorities.
- Exceptional communication, collaboration and presentation skills.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Santa Monica
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $167,700.00 - $226,900.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon’s global cross channel, cross category marketing team (XCM), is looking for a Creative Director – Art Director to guide the development of Amazon’s brand look and feel, and create fully integrated ideas across channels.
The ideal candidate has a passion for doing world class work, and is a talented and passionate art director that thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment, with a taste for the peculiar. At Amazon, there is a lot of growth opportunity, and this role includes opportunities to produce global work across regions. XCM Creative Directors are hands on; a combination of creative doer, conceptual powerhouse and team leader. We’re looking for someone with strong strategic knowledge, who can make intentional choices, and is excited to tackle new creative challenges every day.
Key job responsibilities
- Develop, inspire and build the Global Mass Advertising team within Amazon's internal agency to deliver creative breakthrough campaigns.
- Establish and foster a culture that enables world-class creative development.
- Effectively develop cross functional relationships with product, consumer research and marketing teams to develop ad strategy and consumer insights that drive compelling creative executions.
- Hands on creative development for key initiatives across channels.
- Deep understanding of digital and new media.
- Lead creative development of innovative advertising, from concept to delivery.
- Develop ideas that will deploy across Amazon businesses globally.
- Own, develop and evangelize brand personality and purpose globally.
- Quickly develop concept mockups to visualize new ideas in context.
- Present ad concepts effectively to senior executives.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of creative executive experience
- Bachelor's degree, or 4+ years of professional experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience owning creative input, development and execution from concept to completion
- Experience working in a fast-paced work environment
- Can work proactively and independently, meet deadlines, and deliver on projects and tasks
- Experience mentoring, coaching, and influencing colleagues, collaborators, and stakeholders
- Experience with a world-class advertising agency or internal corporate agency.
- Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results on creative projects, and history of establishing effective creative development processes.
- Relentless desire for innovation, balanced with business and user interaction priorities.
- Exceptional communication, collaboration and presentation skills.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Santa Monica
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $167,700.00 - $226,900.00 USD annually
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Match your degree to the role
H-1B approval for Creative Manager positions hinges on a direct connection between your degree field and the role. A degree in marketing, communications, or design supports the petition. A general business degree without a creative specialization can trigger an RFE.
Verify the LCA wage level before accepting
Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before signing an offer. If the employer's offered wage falls below Level I prevailing wage, the LCA won't certify and the H-1B petition can't proceed.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Creative Manager roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this occupation code. That filing history signals an established sponsorship process, not a first-time attempt that delays your start date.
Request premium processing for creative roles
Creative Manager petitions sometimes draw specialty occupation RFEs because the role spans strategy and execution. Premium processing gets you a USCIS decision within 15 business days, limiting the period of uncertainty after your offer is accepted.
Document portfolio work as petition evidence
Your employer's attorney will need evidence the role requires a specific degree, not just creative talent. Provide job postings from comparable companies that list degree requirements, and prepare a portfolio that maps your specialized education to campaign or brand deliverables.
Clarify cap-exempt status if in academia or nonprofits
Creative Manager roles at universities, museums, or certain nonprofits may qualify as cap-exempt under USCIS rules. Cap-exempt employers can file outside the annual lottery window, letting you start sooner without waiting for October 1.
H-1B Visa Creative Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Creative Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, if the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like marketing, communications, graphic design, or fine arts. The employer must demonstrate the degree is a minimum requirement for the role, not just preferred. Job postings from comparable companies requiring the same degree help substantiate the specialty occupation claim in the petition.
What happens if my creative degree doesn't exactly match the job title?
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field is directly related to the duties of a Creative Manager. A degree in communications or marketing supporting a brand strategy role is typically acceptable. A degree in an unrelated field, like accounting, usually isn't. A credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized evaluator can help if your degree is from outside the U.S. or has an unconventional title.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Creative Manager positions?
Search for Creative Manager roles on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by employers with verified LCA filing history for this occupation. This approach surfaces companies that have already navigated the DOL certification process for creative roles, reducing the risk of landing with an employer unfamiliar with H-1B sponsorship requirements for this position type.
Can I change employers after my H-1B is approved as a Creative Manager?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. Once your petition has been approved and you've been working in H-1B status for at least six months, you can move to a new employer in a same or similar occupational classification while the new employer's petition is pending. Creative Manager roles generally fall under the same SOC code, which supports portability eligibility.
What does the employer need to file before my H-1B petition is submitted?
The employer must first file a Labor Condition Application with DOL, certifying the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your occupation and work location. The LCA must be certified before USCIS will accept the I-129 petition. The employer also posts a public notice at the worksite for ten consecutive business days as part of the LCA process.