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Art Director roles qualify for OPT work authorization when tied to a bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, fine arts, or a related field. Most positions are full-time and STEM-adjacent enough to pair well with design-focused programs, though standard OPT gives you 12 months to secure sponsorship.
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Bloomingdale’s makes fashion personal and fun, aspirational yet approachable. Our mission is to guide and inspire our customers to make style a source of creative energy in their lives. We will always strive to make Bloomingdale’s like no other store in the world. Everyone plays a critical role to bring our mission to life. Regardless of position, we believe all colleagues have a voice and access to share their thoughts with every level of leadership. Our colleagues are passionate, driven, entrepreneurial and collaborative. We welcome and embrace diversity of background, thought and opinion while having a lot of fun along the way.
Job Overview:
The Art Director (Omni-Channel Creative) is responsible for the visual evolution of bloomingdales.com and our seasonal omni-channel campaigns. This role calls for a designer with a sharp eye and a contemporary perspective to support our senior art directors. You'll work at the intersection of brand heritage and cultural relevance — keeping our design language both recognizable and current.
The ideal candidate has strong taste, a genuine curiosity about culture and design, and the ability to translate strategy into clear, compelling visual storytelling. They're fluent in modern digital workflows and bring new ideas and energy to every touchpoint across the 360° campaign ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
Conceptual & Design Excellence
- Drive Visual Innovation: Introduce "of-the-moment" aesthetics that push visual boundaries while staying true to the Bloomingdale’s DNA.
- 360° Campaign Development: Concept and execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital, social, email, web, and paid media.
- Digital-First Workflow: Use Figma to build responsive, mobile-first design systems that are scalable and visually polished.
- Elevate Brand Expression: Apply expert typographic and branding skills to ensure every asset feels modern and aligned with our brand style guide.
Motion & Content Innovation
- Motion Graphics: Use After Effects to develop motion design work, including kinetic type and animated campaign assets.
- Integrate Emerging Workflows: Actively explore and incorporate AI tools into concepting and mood boarding to expand and accelerate the creative process.
- Visual Research & Curation: Pull visual research across art, design, film, and fashion to inform and support concept development.
Collaborative Leadership
- Partnership: Support Senior Art Directors to refine concept presentations, including digital design and storytelling through wireframing.
- Cross-Functional Synergy: Collaborate with Marketing and Merchandising teams to ensure all creative output aligns with business goals and product storytelling.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year college or university or related experience
- 4-6 years of direct design/art direction experience, preferably within fashion, lifestyle, luxury retail, or creative agency environments
- Clear communicator who keeps collaborators informed and presents ideas with confidence
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma
- Strong motion design skills
- Solid understanding of design, cultural, and marketing trends with fluency in fashion and lifestyle branding
- Experience in content creation — including genAI tools, social campaigns, and digital content production
- Print design experience is a plus.
- Ability to think creatively, strategically, and technically
- Flexibility to adapt schedule based on department and company needs
Physical Requirements
- Requires periods of walking, standing, communicating, reaching, crouching and climbing ladders
- Frequent use of computers and other technology, necessary to perform job functions, including handheld equipment, cash register and ability to process register transactions
- Frequently lift/move up to 25lbs
This job description is not all inclusive; additionally, Macy’s, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy’s, Inc. – including Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, and Bluemercury – is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at bloomingdalesJOBS.com.
About:
Bloomingdale’s makes fashion personal and fun, aspirational yet approachable. Our mission is to guide and inspire our customers to make style a source of creative energy in their lives. We will always strive to make Bloomingdale’s like no other store in the world. Everyone plays a critical role to bring our mission to life. Regardless of position, we believe all colleagues have a voice and access to share their thoughts with every level of leadership. Our colleagues are passionate, driven, entrepreneurial and collaborative. We welcome and embrace diversity of background, thought and opinion while having a lot of fun along the way.
Job Overview:
The Art Director (Omni-Channel Creative) is responsible for the visual evolution of bloomingdales.com and our seasonal omni-channel campaigns. This role calls for a designer with a sharp eye and a contemporary perspective to support our senior art directors. You'll work at the intersection of brand heritage and cultural relevance — keeping our design language both recognizable and current.
The ideal candidate has strong taste, a genuine curiosity about culture and design, and the ability to translate strategy into clear, compelling visual storytelling. They're fluent in modern digital workflows and bring new ideas and energy to every touchpoint across the 360° campaign ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
Conceptual & Design Excellence
- Drive Visual Innovation: Introduce "of-the-moment" aesthetics that push visual boundaries while staying true to the Bloomingdale’s DNA.
- 360° Campaign Development: Concept and execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital, social, email, web, and paid media.
- Digital-First Workflow: Use Figma to build responsive, mobile-first design systems that are scalable and visually polished.
- Elevate Brand Expression: Apply expert typographic and branding skills to ensure every asset feels modern and aligned with our brand style guide.
Motion & Content Innovation
- Motion Graphics: Use After Effects to develop motion design work, including kinetic type and animated campaign assets.
- Integrate Emerging Workflows: Actively explore and incorporate AI tools into concepting and mood boarding to expand and accelerate the creative process.
- Visual Research & Curation: Pull visual research across art, design, film, and fashion to inform and support concept development.
Collaborative Leadership
- Partnership: Support Senior Art Directors to refine concept presentations, including digital design and storytelling through wireframing.
- Cross-Functional Synergy: Collaborate with Marketing and Merchandising teams to ensure all creative output aligns with business goals and product storytelling.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year college or university or related experience
- 4-6 years of direct design/art direction experience, preferably within fashion, lifestyle, luxury retail, or creative agency environments
- Clear communicator who keeps collaborators informed and presents ideas with confidence
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma
- Strong motion design skills
- Solid understanding of design, cultural, and marketing trends with fluency in fashion and lifestyle branding
- Experience in content creation — including genAI tools, social campaigns, and digital content production
- Print design experience is a plus.
- Ability to think creatively, strategically, and technically
- Flexibility to adapt schedule based on department and company needs
Physical Requirements
- Requires periods of walking, standing, communicating, reaching, crouching and climbing ladders
- Frequent use of computers and other technology, necessary to perform job functions, including handheld equipment, cash register and ability to process register transactions
- Frequently lift/move up to 25lbs
This job description is not all inclusive; additionally, Macy’s, Inc. reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Macy’s, Inc. – including Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, and Bluemercury – is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Additional benefit details are available at bloomingdalesJOBS.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Art Director
Target agencies with established visa programs
Large creative agencies and in-house brand teams at Fortune 500 companies sponsor H-1B visas far more consistently than boutique studios. Search by employer size and look for companies with a track record of retaining international creative talent.
Lead with your degree-to-role connection
Consular officers and USCIS reviewers need to see how your degree supports your Art Director title. Make the link explicit in your portfolio bio and resume: design degree, creative leadership experience, and a role requiring that specific expertise.
Apply early in your OPT window
H-1B cap season opens in March for an October 1 start. If your OPT expires before October, you need a job offer in hand by early spring. Start applications at least six months before your OPT end date to stay on schedule.
Frame yourself as a creative decision-maker, not an executor
Art Director is a specialty occupation because it requires conceptual and strategic judgment, not just production skills. Your portfolio and interviews should emphasize creative direction, team leadership, and campaign ownership rather than hands-on design execution alone.
Prioritize employers who have sponsored before
Past sponsorship behavior is the strongest predictor of future willingness. Look for employers who have filed H-1B petitions for creative roles in prior years. Companies with no sponsorship history are unlikely to start the process for a new hire.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly roles
Migrate Mate surfaces Art Director openings specifically filtered for visa sponsorship and OPT compatibility. Browsing there saves time by removing roles where sponsorship is explicitly ruled out, so your applications go to employers already open to it.
Art Director OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Art Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Art Director generally qualifies as a specialty occupation because the role typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in graphic design, fine arts, visual communications, or a closely related field. The key is that your employer's job description must specify a degree requirement, not just list it as preferred. Roles framed purely around production work without a degree requirement can face challenges during USCIS review.
Can I work as an Art Director on OPT with a degree in a non-design field?
It depends on how closely your degree relates to the Art Director role. OPT requires that your job be directly related to your major area of study. A communications or marketing degree can support an Art Director role in some cases, but the connection needs to be clear and defensible. A degree in an unrelated field like biology or accounting would likely not satisfy the OPT relatedness requirement for a creative leadership position.
How do I find Art Director jobs that offer OPT and H-1B sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. The platform filters job listings by sponsorship willingness, so you can identify Art Director roles at employers who are open to OPT candidates and willing to sponsor H-1B visas down the line. Applying through Migrate Mate removes the guesswork of figuring out which companies will consider international candidates before you invest time in the application process.
Does freelance or contract Art Director work count toward my OPT?
Self-employment is permitted on OPT under specific conditions. You must be working in a role directly related to your degree, and you need to be able to document the work clearly for your DSO. Contract Art Director work through an agency or studio is generally more straightforward to document than fully independent freelancing. Either way, you cannot work more than 20 hours per week during pre-completion OPT, and full-time work is required during post-completion OPT.
What happens to my OPT status if my Art Director role ends before I secure H-1B sponsorship?
You have a 60-day grace period after your authorized employment ends during post-completion OPT. During that window, you cannot work, but you can search for a new position. If you secure another qualifying Art Director role within 60 days, your OPT remains valid for the remainder of the original authorization period. If you cannot find a new role within the grace period, you must leave the U.S. or change to another valid immigration status.