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Copywriter roles qualify for OPT work authorization when the position requires a degree in communications, English, journalism, or marketing. Most employers expect portfolio samples over a formal cover letter. Your 12-month OPT clock starts on your authorized start date, so have job targets lined up before DSO approval.
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Copywriter
Time Type:
Full time
Position Summary and Qualifications:
The Copywriter is an integral member of the University’s brand storytelling and enrollment marketing team, focusing primarily on prospective audiences, recruitment and revenue generation. This role is responsible for conceptualizing, creating, editing and updating external-facing digital marketing and storytelling content that aligns with the University’s mission, vision, values and brand. This role reports to the Sr. Director of Brand Storytelling and works cross-functionally with colleagues in Enrollment Management, Admission, Advancement, Academic Affairs and Student Life.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Write creative and compelling content to ensure that priorities and key messages are articulated clearly, succinctly and consistently in print and online, including digital ads, marketing campaigns, fundraising materials, reports, brochures, signage, event invitations, webpages, video scripts, emails, social media posts and more.
- Create short, pithy, creative marketing copy that furthers brand awareness, stimulates lead generation and engages key university audiences.
- Work across storytelling, growth marketing and design teams to ensure messaging aligns with visuals and broader campaign objectives.
- Craft persuasive copy for enrollment-focused print collateral and emails, supporting student recruitment efforts and communication strategies.
- Collaborate with Sr. Directors of Brand Storytelling and Growth Marketing to develop content that drives engagement and conversions.
- Incorporate SEO and AEO best practices into all web content, working alongside web team and AEO/SEO Writer to implement keyword research that informs writing and helps improve organic search performance.
- Work with the web team and AEO/SEO Writer to adjust copy based on the performance of digital content through analytics tools and A/B testing, adjusting strategies based on data insights to enhance engagement and user experience.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Pitch creative ideas and concepts that offer a unique interpretation or editorial opinion that reflect the SJU brand and support key messages and goals.
- Support content needs for internal and external University events like Admitted Student Days and Open Houses.
- Collaborate with the University’s design team to develop campaigns for marketing and reputation building content.
- Ensure that university brand standards are maintained.
- Produce other forms of content for publications, news, social media, advancement, alumni, and internal and executive communications.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in writing, advertising, marketing or related field.
- 3+ years experience creating marketing copy and expressing nuanced ideas in a creative and accurate manner, in house or in a creative agency.
- Experience working on multimedia, multi-channeled campaigns.
- Experience writing or editing in a variety of generational and channel-focused voices — for example, grad vs. undergrad, meta ads vs. organic social, etc.
- Experience creating compelling content for Google Ads, Meta Ads and other paid digital marketing platforms.
- Experience with social media marketing and understanding of SEO and AEO best practices.
- Diverse portfolio that includes a variety of digital and print communications pieces.
- Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills, including use of style guides, with the demonstrated command of correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.
- Superior ability to receive and assimilate critical feedback while adhering to deadlines and production schedules.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in Drupal CMS and Anthology/Encompass email platform.
- Experience with project management platforms like Adobe Workfront.
- Experience working in and creating content for Technolutions Slate CRM.
- Curiosity about marketing in a higher education setting.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
- May require long periods spent in front of a computer.
- Weekend and after hours work may be required.
Pay Transparency:
The estimated pay range for this position is $60,000-$66,732. Offered salary will be commensurate with work experience and educational background. Click here to learn more about the University's approach to pay and benefits transparency.
Notice to Out of State Applicants:
Saint Joseph’s University may only consider applicants from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York (not including New York City zip codes), and Delaware (Delaware residents must regularly be present for over 50% of work time on an SJU campus). If an employee must relocate to meet these conditions, financial assistance may be available but is not guaranteed.
Saint Joseph’s University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and we expect members of our community to be knowledgeable about – and to make a positive contribution to – our mission. Saint Joseph’s University is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce. The University is committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff so that our students, our disciplines and our community as a whole can benefit from the multiple perspectives it offers. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. EOE
Saint Joseph’s University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in its programs and activities, including admission and employment, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing compliance with Title IX and other civil rights laws and regulations. To contact the Title IX Coordinator, e-mail titleix@sju.edu, visit Campion Student Center suite 243, or call 610-660-1145. To learn more about the University’s Title IX policies, the process for filing a report or formal complaint of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or other form of sexual misconduct, and the University’s response to reports and/or formal complaints, please visit www.sju.edu/titleix. Inquiries may also be directed to the Federal agency responsible for enforcing Title IX, the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Applicant Information & Disclosures
Please review this article of important information pertaining (but not limited) to: Background checks, the Form I-9, Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE), and Title IX.
Pay Transparency & Benefits Overview
Read more about the university's approach to pay and benefits transparency.
Position Title:
Copywriter
Time Type:
Full time
Position Summary and Qualifications:
The Copywriter is an integral member of the University’s brand storytelling and enrollment marketing team, focusing primarily on prospective audiences, recruitment and revenue generation. This role is responsible for conceptualizing, creating, editing and updating external-facing digital marketing and storytelling content that aligns with the University’s mission, vision, values and brand. This role reports to the Sr. Director of Brand Storytelling and works cross-functionally with colleagues in Enrollment Management, Admission, Advancement, Academic Affairs and Student Life.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Write creative and compelling content to ensure that priorities and key messages are articulated clearly, succinctly and consistently in print and online, including digital ads, marketing campaigns, fundraising materials, reports, brochures, signage, event invitations, webpages, video scripts, emails, social media posts and more.
- Create short, pithy, creative marketing copy that furthers brand awareness, stimulates lead generation and engages key university audiences.
- Work across storytelling, growth marketing and design teams to ensure messaging aligns with visuals and broader campaign objectives.
- Craft persuasive copy for enrollment-focused print collateral and emails, supporting student recruitment efforts and communication strategies.
- Collaborate with Sr. Directors of Brand Storytelling and Growth Marketing to develop content that drives engagement and conversions.
- Incorporate SEO and AEO best practices into all web content, working alongside web team and AEO/SEO Writer to implement keyword research that informs writing and helps improve organic search performance.
- Work with the web team and AEO/SEO Writer to adjust copy based on the performance of digital content through analytics tools and A/B testing, adjusting strategies based on data insights to enhance engagement and user experience.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Pitch creative ideas and concepts that offer a unique interpretation or editorial opinion that reflect the SJU brand and support key messages and goals.
- Support content needs for internal and external University events like Admitted Student Days and Open Houses.
- Collaborate with the University’s design team to develop campaigns for marketing and reputation building content.
- Ensure that university brand standards are maintained.
- Produce other forms of content for publications, news, social media, advancement, alumni, and internal and executive communications.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in writing, advertising, marketing or related field.
- 3+ years experience creating marketing copy and expressing nuanced ideas in a creative and accurate manner, in house or in a creative agency.
- Experience working on multimedia, multi-channeled campaigns.
- Experience writing or editing in a variety of generational and channel-focused voices — for example, grad vs. undergrad, meta ads vs. organic social, etc.
- Experience creating compelling content for Google Ads, Meta Ads and other paid digital marketing platforms.
- Experience with social media marketing and understanding of SEO and AEO best practices.
- Diverse portfolio that includes a variety of digital and print communications pieces.
- Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills, including use of style guides, with the demonstrated command of correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.
- Superior ability to receive and assimilate critical feedback while adhering to deadlines and production schedules.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in Drupal CMS and Anthology/Encompass email platform.
- Experience with project management platforms like Adobe Workfront.
- Experience working in and creating content for Technolutions Slate CRM.
- Curiosity about marketing in a higher education setting.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
- May require long periods spent in front of a computer.
- Weekend and after hours work may be required.
Pay Transparency:
The estimated pay range for this position is $60,000-$66,732. Offered salary will be commensurate with work experience and educational background. Click here to learn more about the University's approach to pay and benefits transparency.
Notice to Out of State Applicants:
Saint Joseph’s University may only consider applicants from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York (not including New York City zip codes), and Delaware (Delaware residents must regularly be present for over 50% of work time on an SJU campus). If an employee must relocate to meet these conditions, financial assistance may be available but is not guaranteed.
Saint Joseph’s University is a private, Catholic, Jesuit institution and we expect members of our community to be knowledgeable about – and to make a positive contribution to – our mission. Saint Joseph’s University is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain a talented and diverse workforce. The University is committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff so that our students, our disciplines and our community as a whole can benefit from the multiple perspectives it offers. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. EOE
Saint Joseph’s University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in its programs and activities, including admission and employment, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing compliance with Title IX and other civil rights laws and regulations. To contact the Title IX Coordinator, e-mail titleix@sju.edu, visit Campion Student Center suite 243, or call 610-660-1145. To learn more about the University’s Title IX policies, the process for filing a report or formal complaint of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or other form of sexual misconduct, and the University’s response to reports and/or formal complaints, please visit www.sju.edu/titleix. Inquiries may also be directed to the Federal agency responsible for enforcing Title IX, the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Applicant Information & Disclosures
Please review this article of important information pertaining (but not limited) to: Background checks, the Form I-9, Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE), and Title IX.
Pay Transparency & Benefits Overview
Read more about the university's approach to pay and benefits transparency.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Copywriter
Lead with your portfolio, not your resume
Copywriters are hired on the strength of their work samples. Build a portfolio with three to five pieces across different formats before applying. Employers review portfolios before resumes, so a weak portfolio will end your candidacy before an interview is scheduled.
Target employers who regularly hire creatives on OPT
Agencies, tech companies, and e-commerce brands hire copywriters frequently and have HR processes familiar with OPT. Smaller boutique agencies may be less experienced with work authorization paperwork, which can slow or complicate your onboarding significantly.
Frame your degree as a direct qualification
OPT requires your job to be directly related to your field of study. When applying, explicitly connect your communications, English, or marketing degree to the copywriter role in your application materials to make the relationship obvious to hiring managers.
Apply early to account for I-9 verification timing
Employers complete I-9 verification on or before your first day of work. Apply three to four weeks before your intended start date so your EAD card arrives and your employer has time to complete the verification process without delaying your start.
Clarify freelance vs. full-time OPT rules upfront
Standard OPT requires at least 20 hours of work per week with an authorized employer. Contract or freelance copywriting arrangements can qualify, but you must track hours carefully and ensure each engagement is properly documented for your SEVIS record.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as technical communication or information science, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension. This significantly expands your job search window and makes you more attractive to employers considering future sponsorship.
Copywriter OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a copywriter role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. Copywriter roles most commonly qualify under communications, English, journalism, marketing, or advertising degrees. When you apply, be prepared to explain the connection between your degree and the specific writing responsibilities in the job description, since employers and DSOs both assess this relationship.
Can I work as a freelance copywriter on OPT?
Yes, freelance copywriting is permitted on OPT, but with conditions. You must work at least 20 hours per week to remain in valid OPT status, and self-employment counts if you are actively freelancing with real clients. Keep detailed records of contracts, hours worked, and client communications, as USCIS may request documentation if your status is ever reviewed.
How do I find copywriter jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship openness, saving you from applying to roles where your work authorization will be an immediate obstacle. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you focus on employers who are already familiar with OPT and are actively hiring candidates with your authorization status.
Will copywriter employers sponsor me for an H-1B after OPT ends?
Some will, particularly larger agencies, in-house creative teams at tech companies, and media brands with established immigration processes. Smaller agencies and startups are less likely to have the resources or familiarity to sponsor. The best time to raise the H-1B visa question is after you have received an offer, not during initial interviews, to avoid screening yourself out prematurely.
What happens to my OPT status if a copywriter contract ends early?
You have a 90-day unemployment buffer during standard OPT, which is the total days you can be unemployed without violating your status. If your contract ends unexpectedly, start your next job search immediately. Gaps between contracts count toward that 90-day limit, so consistent freelance engagements or a new position must begin before the buffer is exhausted.