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PR Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Employers file the Labor Condition Application before your petition, and the annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Get Access To All JobsYou have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
As a key member of the External Communications team, this role helps shape and protect CNA's reputation among brokers, customers, industry stakeholders, media and other external audiences. The Marketing Manager serves as a strategic communications advisor, developing and executing integrated communications strategies that advance business objectives, strengthen market positioning and elevate CNA's brand and thought leadership.
Working closely with business leaders and subject matter experts, this individual identifies opportunities to amplify CNA's voice in the marketplace, manages media and public relations initiatives, and provides communications counsel on both proactive and sensitive issues. The role requires strong business acumen, exceptional communication skills and the ability to translate complex topics into compelling stories and messaging that resonate with external audiences.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
- Serves as a trusted communications advisor, providing strategic counsel on messaging, reputation management, communications risks and opportunities, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
- Develops and executes external communications strategies that support enterprise priorities, business objectives and key growth initiatives.
- Manages media and public relations programs, reputation management, executive visibility, reporter engagement, media materials development, spokesperson preparation, media monitoring and results reporting.
- Leads CNA's Awards & Recognition program as a key component of the company's reputation and thought leadership strategy. Execute opportunities that enhance CNA's external profile, elevate executives and subject matter experts, and showcase the company's expertise, culture and business performance to key stakeholders.
- Identifies and develops opportunities to enhance CNA's visibility and reputation through thought leadership, executive positioning, speaking engagements, industry awards and recognition programs.
- Partners with business leaders and subject matter experts to create compelling content and storytelling that strengthens CNA's market presence and supports strategic priorities.
- Monitors emerging issues, assesses potential reputational impacts and recommends communications strategies, messaging and response plans.
- Manages agency relationships and external communications projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, brand standards and expected outcomes.
- Measures and analyzes communications performance, media coverage and reputation-building activities, leveraging insights to optimize future strategies and programs.
- Collaborates across Marketing & Communications and business teams to ensure consistent messaging and a coordinated approach to external engagement.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Commercial insurance industry experience required.
- Strong expertise in external communications, media relations and public relations, including earned media strategy, message development, spokesperson support and issues management.
- Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex business, insurance and industry topics into clear, compelling communications.
- Demonstrated ability to develop strategic communications plans that support business objectives and enhance reputation.
- Experience positioning organizations, leaders and subject matter experts through thought leadership, executive visibility programs, speaking engagements and industry recognition opportunities.
- Strong relationship-building and influencing skills with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levels.
- Proven project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Education & Experience
- Commercial insurance industry experience required.
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Typically a minimum of five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations or a related field.
- Experience advising leaders and stakeholders on strategic or high-profile communications initiatives.
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In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $72,000 to $141,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.
CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page.
CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact leaveadministration@cna.com.
You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
As a key member of the External Communications team, this role helps shape and protect CNA's reputation among brokers, customers, industry stakeholders, media and other external audiences. The Marketing Manager serves as a strategic communications advisor, developing and executing integrated communications strategies that advance business objectives, strengthen market positioning and elevate CNA's brand and thought leadership.
Working closely with business leaders and subject matter experts, this individual identifies opportunities to amplify CNA's voice in the marketplace, manages media and public relations initiatives, and provides communications counsel on both proactive and sensitive issues. The role requires strong business acumen, exceptional communication skills and the ability to translate complex topics into compelling stories and messaging that resonate with external audiences.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
- Serves as a trusted communications advisor, providing strategic counsel on messaging, reputation management, communications risks and opportunities, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
- Develops and executes external communications strategies that support enterprise priorities, business objectives and key growth initiatives.
- Manages media and public relations programs, reputation management, executive visibility, reporter engagement, media materials development, spokesperson preparation, media monitoring and results reporting.
- Leads CNA's Awards & Recognition program as a key component of the company's reputation and thought leadership strategy. Execute opportunities that enhance CNA's external profile, elevate executives and subject matter experts, and showcase the company's expertise, culture and business performance to key stakeholders.
- Identifies and develops opportunities to enhance CNA's visibility and reputation through thought leadership, executive positioning, speaking engagements, industry awards and recognition programs.
- Partners with business leaders and subject matter experts to create compelling content and storytelling that strengthens CNA's market presence and supports strategic priorities.
- Monitors emerging issues, assesses potential reputational impacts and recommends communications strategies, messaging and response plans.
- Manages agency relationships and external communications projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, brand standards and expected outcomes.
- Measures and analyzes communications performance, media coverage and reputation-building activities, leveraging insights to optimize future strategies and programs.
- Collaborates across Marketing & Communications and business teams to ensure consistent messaging and a coordinated approach to external engagement.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Commercial insurance industry experience required.
- Strong expertise in external communications, media relations and public relations, including earned media strategy, message development, spokesperson support and issues management.
- Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex business, insurance and industry topics into clear, compelling communications.
- Demonstrated ability to develop strategic communications plans that support business objectives and enhance reputation.
- Experience positioning organizations, leaders and subject matter experts through thought leadership, executive visibility programs, speaking engagements and industry recognition opportunities.
- Strong relationship-building and influencing skills with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levels.
- Proven project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Education & Experience
- Commercial insurance industry experience required.
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Typically a minimum of five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations or a related field.
- Experience advising leaders and stakeholders on strategic or high-profile communications initiatives.
LI-DM1
LI-Hybrid
In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $72,000 to $141,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.
CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page.
CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact leaveadministration@cna.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Pr Manager
Frame your portfolio around measurable outcomes
USCIS adjudicators evaluate specialty occupation status partly through job duties. Documenting campaigns with quantified results, media placements, and crisis response metrics strengthens the employer's case that your role requires a degree-level skill set.
Target employers with dedicated communications functions
Companies large enough to have an in-house PR or communications department are more likely to have existing H-1B infrastructure. Agencies and nonprofits often sponsor too, but confirm they've filed LCAs for PR titles specifically, not just adjacent marketing roles.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by PR Manager and communications roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with confirmed H-1B filing history for this occupation. That narrows your list to companies already familiar with the sponsorship process for your specific job title.
Request the LCA before signing any offer
The Labor Condition Application is public record and certifies your offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your location. Ask to see it before accepting an offer so you can verify the wage level and work site listed match your actual role.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
PR Manager prevailing wages vary significantly by metro area and level. Run your title and location through OFLC Wage Search before negotiations so you know whether an offer meets the Level I, II, III, or IV threshold your employer will certify to DOL.
Register for the lottery by mid-March each year
USCIS opens H-1B registration in late March for the following October 1 start date. Your employer submits the registration, not you, so align your offer timeline to give them enough lead time before the window closes.
H-1B Visa Pr Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a PR Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, PR Manager qualifies when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing. The employer must demonstrate the degree requirement is standard for the role, not just preferred. O*NET classifies public relations managers under a job zone requiring at least a four-year degree, which supports the specialty occupation argument.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for PR Manager positions?
Large corporations with in-house communications teams, global PR agencies, nonprofits with significant public affairs functions, and technology companies regularly sponsor H-1B visas for PR roles. Employers that already have HR or legal infrastructure for immigration sponsorship move faster through the process. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for communications and PR titles on Migrate Mate.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect PR Manager H-1B offers?
Your employer must certify on the Labor Condition Application that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job title and work location. PR Manager wages vary widely by city, so an offer that meets the threshold in one metro may not in another. Use OFLC Wage Search to check the wage level before accepting any offer.
Can I switch employers mid-H-1B if I get a better PR Manager role?
Yes, H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new sponsor once they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, as long as your current status is valid and your previous petition was approved, not just pending. Your new employer still needs to file a fresh LCA for your title and location. USCIS does not require you to wait for approval before starting the new role.
Does agency PR work qualify the same way as in-house PR for H-1B purposes?
Agency roles qualify as long as the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree and the employer can document that the degree requirement is a genuine business necessity, not just a preference. One complication at agencies is worksite placement: if you're embedded at a client site, the employer must file an amended LCA reflecting that location. Confirm the agency has handled this situation before for sponsored employees.