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Media Director roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in communications, marketing, or a related field. Most openings are at large agencies and media companies with active H-1B filing histories, where petitions are filed before the April 1 cap deadline for an October 1 start date.
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VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML's specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world's largest and most awarded health agencies. VML's global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
What We Are Looking For:
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Media Director to lead a CPG client's Omnichannel Media Planning efforts across multiple Retail Media Networks (RMNs). This individual will lead the development of effective media strategies and buys, driving campaign analysis to achieve client objectives. They will be a key driver of innovation at both the strategic and campaign level, building strong relationships with clients and managing vendor relationships effectively.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and deliver effective media strategies and plans, utilizing research tools, historical client data, and knowledge of the media landscape and innovations.
- Research, develop, and share POVs on new client opportunities.
- Build relationships with clients; work seamlessly with clients throughout campaign development and implementation, resolving any issues with regards to changes in direction, campaign goals, and budgets.
- Translate media strategies into tactical plans that achieve client's objectives and fit within budget.
- Create strong relationships with Retail Media Network partners and stay current on relevant upcoming offerings.
- Negotiate with vendor partners to obtain media availability and placement, advantageous rates, and added value; evaluate appropriate media opportunities for achieving client objectives.
- Act as a liaison between the media and account team to ensure that project milestones, timelines, and deliverables are met.
- Monitor buys in progress, arrange for make goods and credits, and update any related changes in the buy software.
- Analyze and report results of media campaigns.
- Maintain documentation of creative assets and costs for planned and placed media activity across all internal reports (flowcharts and buys).
Who You Are:
- Able to communicate clearly, thoroughly, succinctly, and in a timely manner both verbally and in writing; follow up on outstanding issues; ask questions.
- Keen attention to detail with strong mathematical and Microsoft Excel skills; able to identify and understand anomalies in large data sets.
- Able to build relationships across the team, department, vendors, and clients.
- Proactive approach demonstrated by providing regular project timeline and budget updates and anticipating potential problems and obstacles.
- Able to review results and performance of paid media campaigns based on predetermined success indicators, determine effectiveness and report back to client.
What You'll Need:
- 8+ years of media experience working in an agency setting
- Experience working with Retail Media Networks (Walmart Connect, Target Roundel, Albertsons, Kroger, etc) required
- Experience mentoring junior team members
- Client facing experience
What we offer:
- Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
- Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
- Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
- Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
Who We Are
VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML's specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world's largest and most awarded health agencies. VML's global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
What We Are Looking For:
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Media Director to lead a CPG client's Omnichannel Media Planning efforts across multiple Retail Media Networks (RMNs). This individual will lead the development of effective media strategies and buys, driving campaign analysis to achieve client objectives. They will be a key driver of innovation at both the strategic and campaign level, building strong relationships with clients and managing vendor relationships effectively.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and deliver effective media strategies and plans, utilizing research tools, historical client data, and knowledge of the media landscape and innovations.
- Research, develop, and share POVs on new client opportunities.
- Build relationships with clients; work seamlessly with clients throughout campaign development and implementation, resolving any issues with regards to changes in direction, campaign goals, and budgets.
- Translate media strategies into tactical plans that achieve client's objectives and fit within budget.
- Create strong relationships with Retail Media Network partners and stay current on relevant upcoming offerings.
- Negotiate with vendor partners to obtain media availability and placement, advantageous rates, and added value; evaluate appropriate media opportunities for achieving client objectives.
- Act as a liaison between the media and account team to ensure that project milestones, timelines, and deliverables are met.
- Monitor buys in progress, arrange for make goods and credits, and update any related changes in the buy software.
- Analyze and report results of media campaigns.
- Maintain documentation of creative assets and costs for planned and placed media activity across all internal reports (flowcharts and buys).
Who You Are:
- Able to communicate clearly, thoroughly, succinctly, and in a timely manner both verbally and in writing; follow up on outstanding issues; ask questions.
- Keen attention to detail with strong mathematical and Microsoft Excel skills; able to identify and understand anomalies in large data sets.
- Able to build relationships across the team, department, vendors, and clients.
- Proactive approach demonstrated by providing regular project timeline and budget updates and anticipating potential problems and obstacles.
- Able to review results and performance of paid media campaigns based on predetermined success indicators, determine effectiveness and report back to client.
What You'll Need:
- 8+ years of media experience working in an agency setting
- Experience working with Retail Media Networks (Walmart Connect, Target Roundel, Albertsons, Kroger, etc) required
- Experience mentoring junior team members
- Client facing experience
What we offer:
- Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
- Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
- Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
- Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Media Director
Match your degree to the role
USCIS requires a direct connection between your degree field and the Media Director position. A degree in communications, marketing, or advertising supports the petition. A business degree alone may trigger an RFE if the job description emphasizes creative strategy.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Applications by the SOC code for Advertising and Promotions Managers. This shows you which employers have actively filed for roles matching Media Director, not just which ones have H-1B programs generally.
Target employers with cap-exempt status
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and government research organizations are cap-exempt. If you're open to in-house media roles at these institutions, you can file outside the April lottery window and start any time of year.
Check your prevailing wage level before negotiating
DOL assigns your LCA a wage level from I to IV based on experience and supervisory responsibility. Media Director titles typically land at Level III or IV. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the prevailing wage for your metro area before accepting an offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Media Director roles on Migrate Mate to filter for employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This cuts out companies that list the title but have never filed a petition, saving you from pursuing offers that stall at the sponsorship conversation.
Get your portfolio documentation H-1B ready
Your employer will need to establish specialty occupation in the I-129 petition. Prepare a resume that maps each role to specific degree-level skills, and gather any campaign case studies or strategic plans that demonstrate the analytical and technical scope of your work.
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Find Media Director JobsMedia Director H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Media Director role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like communications, marketing, advertising, or a related discipline. Roles that accept any degree or substitute extensive experience without a degree requirement are harder to approve. The job description needs to reflect the theoretical and practical application of that specialized knowledge.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Media Director positions?
Large advertising holding companies, broadcast networks, streaming platforms, and major brands with in-house media teams are the most active sponsors. Smaller independent agencies sponsor less frequently. You can find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for media and advertising roles on Migrate Mate, which filters by occupation code and filing history.
How does the H-1B cap and lottery affect Media Director candidates?
Most private-sector Media Director roles fall under the 85,000-slot annual H-1B cap, which is subject to a random lottery in years when registrations exceed the cap. Your employer registers you in March, USCIS selects winners in April, and the petition is filed for an October 1 start date. Cap-exempt employers like universities can file year-round outside this cycle.
Can I change employers as an H-1B Media Director without losing my status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, as long as your prior H-1B was approved, you've maintained valid status, and the new role is in a same or similar specialty occupation. You don't need to wait for the new petition to be approved.
What documentation does an employer need to sponsor a Media Director on H-1B?
The employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying the offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the role and location. They then file Form I-129 with USCIS, including evidence that the position is a specialty occupation, a copy of your degree, and proof of relevant experience. Your official transcripts and any credential evaluations should be ready before the employer starts the LCA.
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