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Get Access To All JobsJob Profile Summary: Responsible for creating and executing compelling communications for internal and external audiences to raise philanthropic support for the health system.
Career Level Summary: Requires strong conceptual and working knowledge in job area. Works well both independently and in a team environment, with moderate level of guidance and general supervision. Some direct/relevant experience to perform a range of assignments related to job discipline. Applies experience to accomplish difficult tasks.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Content Creation: Seeks out and develops stories and content for publishing on various communications platforms. Creates and executes comprehensive communications plans for special events and campaigns. Develops, produces, edits, distributes and tracks content. Incorporates multi-media approach to storytelling. Identifies opportunities for improvements and raises them to the appropriate individuals. Works to elevate and innovate communications platforms. Manages projects from start to completion with moderate supervision using project management platform and tools to track assignments.
Project Management: Project manage communications plans for publications, special events, social media posts, video production, proposal development and other projects as assigned. Work to ensure that brand standards are reviewed and met. Manage timelines. Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors (photographers, video production teams, graphic designers, printers, mail houses, etc.); collect bids, execute deliverables and track expenses; submit invoices for payment. Track and convey needed copy and design edits; obtain necessary permissions, releases and approvals.
Relationship Management: Build and sustain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, collaborating across teams to advance the philanthropic goals of the health system. Model our department culture by engaging others with respect, curiosity, communicating with clarity, accountability and navigating differing perspectives with professionalism. Effectively balance and reconcile conflicting feedback, guiding conversations toward solutions that uphold our values and advance departmental goals.
Other Duties as Assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Two to five years communications or fundraising experience
Ability to work with and foster relationships with diverse stakeholders—internal staff, donors, patient-families, community partners
Experience writing/adapting for varied audiences and working with an established brand voice
Preferred:
Communications experience within the nonprofit sector, health care or sciences
Current knowledge of web authoring systems
Experience in managing digital asset systems
Skills & Competencies:
Communication – Advanced: Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills
Detail Orientation: Meticulously keeping track of details without becoming overwhelmed by them; being exacting, precise, and accurate; spotting minor imperfections or errors and taking action to correct them
Prioritization: Using time efficiently and productively; prioritizing multiple tasks properly to meet deadlines; recognizing time constraints and adjusting work schedule to address them
Stakeholder Engagement: Working cooperatively with others to achieve group goals; proactively adjusting one's style and efforts to complement those of others on the team; being pleasant, agreeable, and easy to work with; valuing group success as much or more than individual success
Primary Location: South Campus
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Department: Development General
Employee Status: Regular
FTE: 1
Weekly Hours: 40
Expected Starting Pay Range Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $61,401.60 - $78,291.20
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
Job Profile Summary: Responsible for creating and executing compelling communications for internal and external audiences to raise philanthropic support for the health system.
Career Level Summary: Requires strong conceptual and working knowledge in job area. Works well both independently and in a team environment, with moderate level of guidance and general supervision. Some direct/relevant experience to perform a range of assignments related to job discipline. Applies experience to accomplish difficult tasks.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Content Creation: Seeks out and develops stories and content for publishing on various communications platforms. Creates and executes comprehensive communications plans for special events and campaigns. Develops, produces, edits, distributes and tracks content. Incorporates multi-media approach to storytelling. Identifies opportunities for improvements and raises them to the appropriate individuals. Works to elevate and innovate communications platforms. Manages projects from start to completion with moderate supervision using project management platform and tools to track assignments.
Project Management: Project manage communications plans for publications, special events, social media posts, video production, proposal development and other projects as assigned. Work to ensure that brand standards are reviewed and met. Manage timelines. Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors (photographers, video production teams, graphic designers, printers, mail houses, etc.); collect bids, execute deliverables and track expenses; submit invoices for payment. Track and convey needed copy and design edits; obtain necessary permissions, releases and approvals.
Relationship Management: Build and sustain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, collaborating across teams to advance the philanthropic goals of the health system. Model our department culture by engaging others with respect, curiosity, communicating with clarity, accountability and navigating differing perspectives with professionalism. Effectively balance and reconcile conflicting feedback, guiding conversations toward solutions that uphold our values and advance departmental goals.
Other Duties as Assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Two to five years communications or fundraising experience
Ability to work with and foster relationships with diverse stakeholders—internal staff, donors, patient-families, community partners
Experience writing/adapting for varied audiences and working with an established brand voice
Preferred:
Communications experience within the nonprofit sector, health care or sciences
Current knowledge of web authoring systems
Experience in managing digital asset systems
Skills & Competencies:
Communication – Advanced: Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills
Detail Orientation: Meticulously keeping track of details without becoming overwhelmed by them; being exacting, precise, and accurate; spotting minor imperfections or errors and taking action to correct them
Prioritization: Using time efficiently and productively; prioritizing multiple tasks properly to meet deadlines; recognizing time constraints and adjusting work schedule to address them
Stakeholder Engagement: Working cooperatively with others to achieve group goals; proactively adjusting one's style and efforts to complement those of others on the team; being pleasant, agreeable, and easy to work with; valuing group success as much or more than individual success
Primary Location: South Campus
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Department: Development General
Employee Status: Regular
FTE: 1
Weekly Hours: 40
Expected Starting Pay Range Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $61,401.60 - $78,291.20
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Communications
Target employers with a sponsorship track record
Large media companies, agencies, and corporations with international workforces sponsor communications roles far more consistently than small firms. Search Migrate Mate to filter specifically for employers who have sponsored OPT and H-1B visa workers in communications before.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation qualifier
Communications, journalism, public relations, and marketing degrees directly support specialty occupation classification. Be explicit on your resume about your degree field so hiring managers and HR teams recognize your role qualifies for H-1B sponsorship without extra analysis.
Apply before your OPT runs out, not after
H-1B cap-subject petitions are filed in April for October starts. If your OPT expires before October, you need a STEM extension or a cap-exempt employer. Plan your job search timeline at least 12 months ahead of your authorization end date.
Pursue in-house corporate communications over pure media roles
Corporate communications, investor relations, and internal communications teams at large employers sponsor visas more reliably than newsrooms or editorial outlets, which operate on tighter margins and less structured HR infrastructure for sponsorship.
Use your OPT period to demonstrate measurable impact
Sponsorship decisions come down to whether the employer sees you as irreplaceable. Document campaign results, media placements, audience growth, and crisis communications outcomes throughout your OPT so your case for sponsorship is backed by concrete evidence.
Ask about sponsorship policy before accepting an offer
Some employers sponsor willingly but have no formal policy written anywhere. Ask during the offer stage, not after you start. Confirm whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas for communications roles specifically, not just technical positions.
Communications OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do communications roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, most communications roles qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing. The key is that the degree requirement must be tied to the specific role, not just any degree. Generic coordinator roles where any major is accepted can sometimes fail this test, so job title and employer framing both matter when your employer files the H-1B petition.
Can I work in communications on OPT without employer sponsorship right away?
Yes. OPT work authorization is tied to your degree and your school's DSO approval, not to your employer. You can start working in communications as long as the role is directly related to your field of study and you have an active EAD card. Your employer does not need to file any petition for you during the OPT period itself. Sponsorship only becomes relevant when you need to transition to a long-term visa like the H-1B.
Does a communications degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Generally, no. Standard communications, public relations, and journalism degrees are not on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list, so they do not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. However, if your degree is in a qualifying adjacent field such as data-driven marketing, information science, or a dual degree that includes a STEM component, you may qualify. Check with your DSO to confirm whether your specific degree program is STEM-designated.
What types of employers in communications are most likely to sponsor OPT students?
Large corporations with in-house communications or PR departments, global agencies such as integrated marketing and public affairs firms, and media and technology companies with structured HR teams are the most consistent sponsors. Smaller boutique PR agencies and local newsrooms sponsor far less frequently due to cost and administrative complexity. Migrate Mate filters job listings by sponsorship history, so you can browse communications roles from employers who have actively sponsored OPT and H-1B workers.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I lose my communications job?
You have a 60-day unemployment grace period during your OPT window to find a new qualifying position. If your total unemployment days exceed 90 days across your entire OPT period, you fall out of status. Document your job search activity during this time. If you're on a STEM OPT extension, the unemployment limit drops to 150 total days across both OPT periods combined, so the stakes of a gap in employment are higher.