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Channel Account Manager jobs are well-suited for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in business, marketing, or sales. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations, making H-1B visa sponsorship a realistic next step. Your 12-month OPT window, plus a potential 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies, gives you meaningful time to build pipeline experience and prove your value to a partner-focused employer.
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At Crestron Electronics, Inc we build the technology that integrates technology.
We are proud to be the largest and most recognized brand in automation and control solutions, and the premier technology partner for fortune 500 businesses globally. Our products are integrated into new high-tech commercial buildings to include some of the most exciting real estate throughout the world. Our clients include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, LinkedIn and many others. We are the leaders in the most exciting industry in the world!
Our automation and control solutions for homes and buildings allow our clients to control entire environments with the push of a button, integrating systems such as Audio Visual, Lighting, Shading, Security, Building Management Systems and HVAC to provide greater comfort, convenience and security.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Channel Account Manager owns the growth, health, and execution of Crestron’s business through channel partners (authorized dealers) within an assigned territory. This role combines partner enablement, joint go-to-market planning and pipeline acceleration to drive sustained revenue and market share for Crestron’s portfolio. You will be the primary point of contact for partner leadership, sales, engineering, and marketing teams—ensuring partners are trained, certified, motivated, and aligned to Crestron’s strategic priorities.
This is a hybrid position requiring 3-5 days per week in our Plano TX Crestron Office.
Responsibilities
- Build and execute territory channel plans with measurable revenue, margin, and growth targets
- Develop joint business plans with priority partners: set quarterly goals, MDF usage, enablement milestones, and pipeline targets
- Maintain account coverage models for top partners (e.g., tiering, frequency plans, executive alignment, and cadence).
- Own partner forecast accuracy and sales attainment through maximizing account value and spend.
- Perform ongoing pipeline reviews (opportunity validation, stage hygiene, close plans) using Salesforce.
- Leverage strategic pricing, demo units, proof-of-concept engagements, and technical pre-sales support to eliminate friction and accelerate deal closure.
- Ensure partner sellers and engineers are trained/certified across Crestron’s portfolio
- Drive adoption of Crestron partner portals, quoting tools, and technical resources.
- Align with Regional Sales, Technical Services, Product Marketing, and Operations to drive revenue and improve customer experience.
- Deliver executive QBRs with key partners and Crestron leadership.
- Provide voice of channel feedback to product teams (market requirements, competitive insights, feature gaps).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Channel sales/account management (focus on consultative, solutions, relationship selling)
- Prior experience with Crestron or competitive Technical/AV ecosystems preferred
- Familiarity with verticals (enterprise, education, government, healthcare, hospitality, luxury residential) preferred
- Proven success managing distributors/resellers/integrators with revenue accountability and forecast ownership
- Strong knowledge of AV-over-IP, UC platforms (Teams/Zoom), control systems, or smart building solutions.
- Effectively manage daily key activities within Crestron CRM (Salesforce)
LOCATION
Must be able to commute to our office location in Plano 3-5 days/week - located at 7250 Dallas Pkwy, Plano, TX 75024
TRAVEL
Must be able to travel 3-5 times/year for on-site partner meetings, major tradeshows and customer demos/training
Education
College degree - preferred
POSTED COMPENSATION
Per applicable state requirements, the annual pay range for this position ($85,000 - $115,000) consists of a base salary and target sales incentive (subject to performance), reflects the hiring range for candidates performing the role in those specific states. Also note, an individual’s offer may vary from this range as it may be impacted by additional factors, including but not limited to the candidate's hiring location, qualifications, experience, and market factors.
Crestron Electronics offers a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401K with company match, Paid Time Off, Holidays, On-site Amenities at NJ Headquarters & TX Facilities, Crestron Market Cafes, and Fitness Centers.
At Crestron Electronics, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion drive innovation. Crestron’s success hinges on continuing to build a workforce of unique individuals whose passion inspires us to create and revolutionize industry-leading products and services. There will always be more to accomplish, and at Crestron, we believe the best way forward is together.
EOE/M/F/D/V
No Solicitation: Any agency submittal to any employee of Crestron Electronics, Inc by any method of communication will be deemed the sole property of Crestron Electronics Inc.
INTRODUCTION
At Crestron Electronics, Inc we build the technology that integrates technology.
We are proud to be the largest and most recognized brand in automation and control solutions, and the premier technology partner for fortune 500 businesses globally. Our products are integrated into new high-tech commercial buildings to include some of the most exciting real estate throughout the world. Our clients include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, LinkedIn and many others. We are the leaders in the most exciting industry in the world!
Our automation and control solutions for homes and buildings allow our clients to control entire environments with the push of a button, integrating systems such as Audio Visual, Lighting, Shading, Security, Building Management Systems and HVAC to provide greater comfort, convenience and security.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Channel Account Manager owns the growth, health, and execution of Crestron’s business through channel partners (authorized dealers) within an assigned territory. This role combines partner enablement, joint go-to-market planning and pipeline acceleration to drive sustained revenue and market share for Crestron’s portfolio. You will be the primary point of contact for partner leadership, sales, engineering, and marketing teams—ensuring partners are trained, certified, motivated, and aligned to Crestron’s strategic priorities.
This is a hybrid position requiring 3-5 days per week in our Plano TX Crestron Office.
Responsibilities
- Build and execute territory channel plans with measurable revenue, margin, and growth targets
- Develop joint business plans with priority partners: set quarterly goals, MDF usage, enablement milestones, and pipeline targets
- Maintain account coverage models for top partners (e.g., tiering, frequency plans, executive alignment, and cadence).
- Own partner forecast accuracy and sales attainment through maximizing account value and spend.
- Perform ongoing pipeline reviews (opportunity validation, stage hygiene, close plans) using Salesforce.
- Leverage strategic pricing, demo units, proof-of-concept engagements, and technical pre-sales support to eliminate friction and accelerate deal closure.
- Ensure partner sellers and engineers are trained/certified across Crestron’s portfolio
- Drive adoption of Crestron partner portals, quoting tools, and technical resources.
- Align with Regional Sales, Technical Services, Product Marketing, and Operations to drive revenue and improve customer experience.
- Deliver executive QBRs with key partners and Crestron leadership.
- Provide voice of channel feedback to product teams (market requirements, competitive insights, feature gaps).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Channel sales/account management (focus on consultative, solutions, relationship selling)
- Prior experience with Crestron or competitive Technical/AV ecosystems preferred
- Familiarity with verticals (enterprise, education, government, healthcare, hospitality, luxury residential) preferred
- Proven success managing distributors/resellers/integrators with revenue accountability and forecast ownership
- Strong knowledge of AV-over-IP, UC platforms (Teams/Zoom), control systems, or smart building solutions.
- Effectively manage daily key activities within Crestron CRM (Salesforce)
LOCATION
Must be able to commute to our office location in Plano 3-5 days/week - located at 7250 Dallas Pkwy, Plano, TX 75024
TRAVEL
Must be able to travel 3-5 times/year for on-site partner meetings, major tradeshows and customer demos/training
Education
College degree - preferred
POSTED COMPENSATION
Per applicable state requirements, the annual pay range for this position ($85,000 - $115,000) consists of a base salary and target sales incentive (subject to performance), reflects the hiring range for candidates performing the role in those specific states. Also note, an individual’s offer may vary from this range as it may be impacted by additional factors, including but not limited to the candidate's hiring location, qualifications, experience, and market factors.
Crestron Electronics offers a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401K with company match, Paid Time Off, Holidays, On-site Amenities at NJ Headquarters & TX Facilities, Crestron Market Cafes, and Fitness Centers.
At Crestron Electronics, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion drive innovation. Crestron’s success hinges on continuing to build a workforce of unique individuals whose passion inspires us to create and revolutionize industry-leading products and services. There will always be more to accomplish, and at Crestron, we believe the best way forward is together.
EOE/M/F/D/V
No Solicitation: Any agency submittal to any employee of Crestron Electronics, Inc by any method of communication will be deemed the sole property of Crestron Electronics Inc.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Channel Account Manager
Target partner-led companies with structured sales programs
Companies that rely heavily on reseller or channel networks tend to hire Channel Account Managers in volume. These organizations often have established HR and legal infrastructure, making OPT and H-1B visa sponsorship more routine than at smaller, direct-sales-only firms.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation match
H-1B eligibility for this role depends on demonstrating it requires a specific bachelor's degree. Emphasize how your business, marketing, or communications degree directly supports partner strategy, revenue forecasting, or account development in your resume and cover letter.
Pursue roles at software and technology companies first
SaaS and enterprise software companies sponsor OPT and H-1B candidates at far higher rates than other industries. Channel sales is a core function at companies like Salesforce, HubSpot, and Cisco, where sponsorship processes are well-documented and repeatable.
Address your OPT status early in recruiter conversations
Recruiters for channel roles screen for geographic flexibility and quota-carrying potential. Proactively clarifying your work authorization timeline avoids late-stage surprises and signals maturity. Confirm whether the company has sponsored H-1B candidates in channel or sales roles before.
Build demonstrable partner or account management experience now
Internship experience in channel operations, sales support, or partner enablement strengthens your application significantly. Even indirect experience coordinating with external vendors or resellers shows you understand the partner ecosystem employers are hiring you to manage.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly Channel Account Manager roles
Migrate Mate filters jobs by sponsorship history and work authorization compatibility. Searching there surfaces channel roles at employers who have sponsored OPT students before, which materially improves your odds compared to applying broadly across unvetted postings.
Channel Account Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Channel Account Manager roles qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, in most cases. OPT authorizes work in a job directly related to your field of study. Channel Account Manager roles typically connect to degrees in business administration, marketing, or communications. If your job responsibilities involve partner strategy, revenue management, or account development, the connection to a relevant degree is straightforward to document for USCIS purposes.
Can I find Channel Account Manager jobs that sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Yes, though sponsorship rates vary significantly by employer. Technology and SaaS companies are the most reliable sponsors for this role because channel sales is a core function and their legal teams are experienced with H-1B petitions. Migrate Mate lists Channel Account Manager openings filtered by sponsorship history, which helps you focus on employers already familiar with the process.
Does a Channel Account Manager role qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
Only if your degree is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Business and marketing degrees typically do not qualify. However, if you hold a qualifying degree in a field like management information systems, data analytics, or a related STEM discipline and the role involves quantitative analysis or technology-driven processes, a STEM extension may be possible. Confirm with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
What happens to my OPT if I switch employers in a Channel Account Manager role?
You can change employers on OPT as long as your new role remains directly related to your field of study and you report the change to your DSO within 10 days. For Channel Account Manager positions, the connection to your degree needs to hold across both jobs. Gaps between employment count against your 90-day unemployment limit, so minimize time between roles.
Is Channel Account Manager considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can be, but it requires careful framing. USCIS evaluates whether the role normally requires a specific bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Channel Account Manager positions that involve complex partner ecosystem management, strategic revenue planning, or technical product knowledge are stronger candidates for specialty occupation classification than purely transactional sales roles. Working with an immigration attorney to structure the petition correctly is advisable.