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Graphic Design Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, or a closely related field. Employers file the Labor Condition Application before your petition, certifying the offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your work location.
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Gap has always been about optimistic American style. Starting with our very first store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, opened almost 50 years ago by Doris and Don Fisher. The thread that’s run through those five decades is the phenomenal people that make up our brand – our employees and our customers. People who are rooted in the legacy that makes Gap what it is, but who are also focused on the future. People who want to leave the world better than they found it.
We’ve built our brand on staying true to our roots while always being out in front of what’s next. If you want to be part of an iconic American brand, and help lead the way for where we’re headed, we’d love to have you join us.
About the role
The Associate Graphic Designer, Digital supports the creation of engaging digital experiences and visual assets across web, email, paid media, and app. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to develop on-brand assets that enhance customer engagement and support business objectives.
- Design and produce digital creative assets for:
- Website and landing pages
- App
- Email campaigns
- Paid media
- Maintain brand consistency across all digital touchpoints.
- Collaborate with creative directors, designers, copywriters, marketers, and stakeholders throughout the design process.
- Support campaign and BAU execution by preparing production-ready files and ensuring quality standards are met.
- Incorporate feedback efficiently while balancing multiple projects and deadlines.
- Stay informed on digital design trends, user experience best practices, and emerging technologies.
- Assist with asset management, organization, and maintenance of design libraries and templates.
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Digital Design, Visual Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 1-3 years of experience in graphic design, digital design, or a related creative role.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating digital design capabilities and creative problem solving.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Fluency in Figma is a must.
- Animation & video editing capabilities.
- Familiarity and knowledge of best practices for applications.
- Prototyping functionality for customer experience.
- Experience updating and adhering to content management systems.
- Previous Illustration familiarity.
- Understanding of digital design principles, typography, color theory, and layout design.
- Good knowledge of responsive design and web standards.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing for digital.
- Knowledge of motion graphics, animation, or video editing tools (After Effects, Premiere Pro) is a bonus.
- Familiarity with accessibility standards and user-centered design principles.
- Understanding of HTML/CSS and digital production workflows.
Salary Range: $76,400.00 - $95,500.00
Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.
Benefits at Gap
- Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
- One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
- Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
- Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
- Employee stock purchase plan.*
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
- See more of the benefits we offer.
*For eligible employees
Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.
About Gap
Gap has always been about optimistic American style. Starting with our very first store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, opened almost 50 years ago by Doris and Don Fisher. The thread that’s run through those five decades is the phenomenal people that make up our brand – our employees and our customers. People who are rooted in the legacy that makes Gap what it is, but who are also focused on the future. People who want to leave the world better than they found it.
We’ve built our brand on staying true to our roots while always being out in front of what’s next. If you want to be part of an iconic American brand, and help lead the way for where we’re headed, we’d love to have you join us.
About the role
The Associate Graphic Designer, Digital supports the creation of engaging digital experiences and visual assets across web, email, paid media, and app. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to develop on-brand assets that enhance customer engagement and support business objectives.
- Design and produce digital creative assets for:
- Website and landing pages
- App
- Email campaigns
- Paid media
- Maintain brand consistency across all digital touchpoints.
- Collaborate with creative directors, designers, copywriters, marketers, and stakeholders throughout the design process.
- Support campaign and BAU execution by preparing production-ready files and ensuring quality standards are met.
- Incorporate feedback efficiently while balancing multiple projects and deadlines.
- Stay informed on digital design trends, user experience best practices, and emerging technologies.
- Assist with asset management, organization, and maintenance of design libraries and templates.
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Digital Design, Visual Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 1-3 years of experience in graphic design, digital design, or a related creative role.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating digital design capabilities and creative problem solving.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Fluency in Figma is a must.
- Animation & video editing capabilities.
- Familiarity and knowledge of best practices for applications.
- Prototyping functionality for customer experience.
- Experience updating and adhering to content management systems.
- Previous Illustration familiarity.
- Understanding of digital design principles, typography, color theory, and layout design.
- Good knowledge of responsive design and web standards.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing for digital.
- Knowledge of motion graphics, animation, or video editing tools (After Effects, Premiere Pro) is a bonus.
- Familiarity with accessibility standards and user-centered design principles.
- Understanding of HTML/CSS and digital production workflows.
Salary Range: $76,400.00 - $95,500.00
Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.
Benefits at Gap
- Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
- One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
- Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
- Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
- Employee stock purchase plan.*
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
- See more of the benefits we offer.
*For eligible employees
Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Graphic Design Specialist
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS scrutinizes graphic design H-1B petitions closely because the degree-to-job connection must be direct. A degree in fine arts or marketing may not satisfy the specialty occupation requirement without supporting evidence tying your coursework to the specific design role.
Build a portfolio that documents technical credentials
Assemble a portfolio that highlights software proficiency, brand system work, and print-to-digital production experience. Employers use your portfolio to justify the specialty occupation claim in the LCA, so technical depth matters more than creative range alone.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find Graphic Design Specialist employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history. Employers who have filed LCAs for this job title before already understand the sponsorship process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer over filing complexity.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV prevailing wage for your specific job title and work location before you negotiate. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the applicable wage level, and underbidding creates filing problems your employer can't easily fix.
Confirm the employer files before your OPT or grace period ends
The H-1B petition must be filed with USCIS before your current work authorization expires. During offer negotiations, ask your employer's HR or immigration counsel for the expected LCA certification and I-129 filing timeline so you can confirm it fits within your remaining authorized period.
Clarify remote work location with your employer early
If you'll work remotely, the LCA must list every location where you perform work. Graphic designers who work from home full-time trigger additional DOL posting requirements at the home address. Confirm your employer knows this requirement before the LCA is submitted to avoid a refiled petition.
H-1B Visa Graphic Design Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Graphic Design Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the employer must demonstrate that the specific position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as graphic design, visual communications, or digital media. Generic creative roles where any bachelor's degree is acceptable may not qualify. The O*NET profile for this occupation lists a bachelor's degree as the standard entry-level requirement, which supports the specialty occupation classification.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Graphic Design Specialist roles?
Technology companies, advertising agencies, publishing firms, and in-house creative teams at large corporations are among the most active H-1B sponsors for design roles. Employers with dedicated creative departments and recurring design hiring tend to have established immigration processes. Migrate Mate shows which specific employers have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Graphic Design Specialist positions, so you can focus your applications where sponsorship is already in place.
Can my employer sponsor me for H-1B if I'm currently on OPT as a graphic designer?
Yes. Your employer files the LCA with DOL and then submits the H-1B petition with USCIS before your OPT expires. If you're on STEM OPT, you have additional time, but the petition must still be filed before your authorization ends. If your petition is filed timely and selected in the lottery, your cap-gap authorization covers the period between OPT expiration and October 1, when H-1B status takes effect.
Does a graphic design portfolio affect the H-1B petition outcome?
Not directly in the USCIS filing, but it matters indirectly. Employers rely on your portfolio to justify writing a job description that clearly requires specialized design training rather than general skills. A portfolio demonstrating advanced typography systems, brand identity development, or technical production work strengthens the employer's specialty occupation argument and reduces the likelihood of a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change employers as a Graphic Design Specialist?
You can change employers through an H-1B transfer, where the new employer files a new I-129 petition before your last day at the current employer. You're authorized to start work at the new employer once that petition is received by USCIS, without waiting for approval. The new LCA must reflect the correct prevailing wage for your new work location, which matters if you're moving between cities with different wage levels.