Creative Jobs for OPT Students
Creative roles in design, content, branding, and media are common OPT positions, but employers vary widely in their willingness to sponsor. Your OPT work authorization is tied to your degree field, so roles must align with your major. STEM OPT extensions do not apply to most creative disciplines unless your program qualifies.
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HockeyStack is building the agent infrastructure for enterprise revenue. We spent five years building the only data architecture that preserves causality across the full revenue stack — every interaction, every signal, in sequence. On top of that foundation, we built Nex-lm, a purpose-built AI engine that compiles natural language into deterministic agent workflows. The result is a platform that can extract the revenue blueprint from a company's data, encode it into repeatable automations, and execute it across sales, marketing, and customer success — consistently, at scale.
We are not building a dashboard tool with an AI feature. We are building the operating layer that replaces the human bottleneck in enterprise revenue organizations. This is a category being defined right now, and we intend to own it.
We have raised $50M+ from Bessemer Venture Partners, General Catalyst, Y Combinator, and others.
We operate fully in-person in San Francisco. We move fast and we hire people who want to win.
Since launching late 2023, we have grown to 8-figures in ARR, process over 60 TB of revenue data monthly, and we are working with some of the largest B2B companies in the world like Microsoft, Harvey, New Relic, Collibra, etc.
YOUR MISSION
HockeyStack’s marketing org is content-first — cinematic commercials, narrative videos, AI-generated ads, podcasts, newsletters, case studies, high-signal blogs, and daily social content.
We’re hiring an Editorial & Creative Lead to drive the end-to-end lifecycle of our most important content initiatives. This role will shape the story and creative direction of one of the fastest-growing GTM brands, producing uniquely premium, cinematic content rarely seen in B2B. You will work directly with the CRO and senior leadership to influence both brand and go-to-market strategy, owning the full spectrum of creative and distribution to drive meaningful impact. With a blank canvas, you will have the opportunity to build a content system from the ground up and define a new standard for how the brand shows up in the market.
If you think like a producer, write like an editor, and operate like a growth marketer obsessed with distribution — this role is for you.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Lead editorial direction, scripting, and creative development for top-tier content with the CRO (commercials, narrative videos, podcasts, AI ads, blog posts, newsletters, case studies)
- Build and manage an internal production rhythm: concepts → scripts → drafts → approvals → production → distribution
- Work with internal and external creative partners (video, design, audio) to deliver premium-quality assets
- Own distribution strategy and execution across LinkedIn, YouTube, newsletter, website, partner channels, and emerging platforms
- Build HockeyStack’s Content Distribution OS to maximize reach, retention, and compounding visibility
- Translate long-form content into derivative assets: shorts, clips, carousels, threads, blog posts, sales collateral
- Manage the editorial calendar and ensure daily/weekly output across multiple channels
- Track performance of every piece of content; build a feedback loop for constant improvement
- Work closely with CRO, PMM, and Growth to align content with GTM campaigns, launches, announcements, and product narratives
- Maintain and continuously evolve HockeyStack’s creative tone: premium, sharp, modern, cinematic
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- 3–7+ years experience in content marketing, editorial, distribution, creative production, or media-style roles
- A portfolio of high-quality video, editorial, or social content that demonstrates taste and craft
- A “creator meets strategist” hybrid — you can ideate, script, edit, and distribute
- Deep distribution intuition: you think about hooks, packaging, thumbnails, pacing, and algorithms
- Strong writing and editing skills with a crisp, modern voice
- High creative bar, strong opinions, and clear judgment — with the ability to ship fast
- Comfortable leading projects end-to-end with autonomy
- Experience in SaaS, GTM, AI, or technical storytelling is a plus
- Experience collaborating directly with founders and executives is a plus
WHY JOIN NOW?
We’re at an inflection point. The product is proven, the market is massive, and the opportunity is wide open. You’ll be joining a company with real traction, rapid growth, and meaningful backing—where every person still shapes the outcome. This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to build something category-defining with people who care deeply about doing it right.
As part of our San Francisco, California-based team, the on target earnings range for this role is $120,000– $160,000 USD annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
HockeyStack is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
INTRODUCTION
HockeyStack is building the agent infrastructure for enterprise revenue. We spent five years building the only data architecture that preserves causality across the full revenue stack — every interaction, every signal, in sequence. On top of that foundation, we built Nex-lm, a purpose-built AI engine that compiles natural language into deterministic agent workflows. The result is a platform that can extract the revenue blueprint from a company's data, encode it into repeatable automations, and execute it across sales, marketing, and customer success — consistently, at scale.
We are not building a dashboard tool with an AI feature. We are building the operating layer that replaces the human bottleneck in enterprise revenue organizations. This is a category being defined right now, and we intend to own it.
We have raised $50M+ from Bessemer Venture Partners, General Catalyst, Y Combinator, and others.
We operate fully in-person in San Francisco. We move fast and we hire people who want to win.
Since launching late 2023, we have grown to 8-figures in ARR, process over 60 TB of revenue data monthly, and we are working with some of the largest B2B companies in the world like Microsoft, Harvey, New Relic, Collibra, etc.
YOUR MISSION
HockeyStack’s marketing org is content-first — cinematic commercials, narrative videos, AI-generated ads, podcasts, newsletters, case studies, high-signal blogs, and daily social content.
We’re hiring an Editorial & Creative Lead to drive the end-to-end lifecycle of our most important content initiatives. This role will shape the story and creative direction of one of the fastest-growing GTM brands, producing uniquely premium, cinematic content rarely seen in B2B. You will work directly with the CRO and senior leadership to influence both brand and go-to-market strategy, owning the full spectrum of creative and distribution to drive meaningful impact. With a blank canvas, you will have the opportunity to build a content system from the ground up and define a new standard for how the brand shows up in the market.
If you think like a producer, write like an editor, and operate like a growth marketer obsessed with distribution — this role is for you.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Lead editorial direction, scripting, and creative development for top-tier content with the CRO (commercials, narrative videos, podcasts, AI ads, blog posts, newsletters, case studies)
- Build and manage an internal production rhythm: concepts → scripts → drafts → approvals → production → distribution
- Work with internal and external creative partners (video, design, audio) to deliver premium-quality assets
- Own distribution strategy and execution across LinkedIn, YouTube, newsletter, website, partner channels, and emerging platforms
- Build HockeyStack’s Content Distribution OS to maximize reach, retention, and compounding visibility
- Translate long-form content into derivative assets: shorts, clips, carousels, threads, blog posts, sales collateral
- Manage the editorial calendar and ensure daily/weekly output across multiple channels
- Track performance of every piece of content; build a feedback loop for constant improvement
- Work closely with CRO, PMM, and Growth to align content with GTM campaigns, launches, announcements, and product narratives
- Maintain and continuously evolve HockeyStack’s creative tone: premium, sharp, modern, cinematic
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- 3–7+ years experience in content marketing, editorial, distribution, creative production, or media-style roles
- A portfolio of high-quality video, editorial, or social content that demonstrates taste and craft
- A “creator meets strategist” hybrid — you can ideate, script, edit, and distribute
- Deep distribution intuition: you think about hooks, packaging, thumbnails, pacing, and algorithms
- Strong writing and editing skills with a crisp, modern voice
- High creative bar, strong opinions, and clear judgment — with the ability to ship fast
- Comfortable leading projects end-to-end with autonomy
- Experience in SaaS, GTM, AI, or technical storytelling is a plus
- Experience collaborating directly with founders and executives is a plus
WHY JOIN NOW?
We’re at an inflection point. The product is proven, the market is massive, and the opportunity is wide open. You’ll be joining a company with real traction, rapid growth, and meaningful backing—where every person still shapes the outcome. This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to build something category-defining with people who care deeply about doing it right.
As part of our San Francisco, California-based team, the on target earnings range for this role is $120,000– $160,000 USD annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
HockeyStack is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Creative
Align your portfolio to your degree field
USCIS requires OPT roles to be directly related to your major. A graphic design student should emphasize visual communication work. A film student should highlight production projects. Misalignment between your portfolio and degree can jeopardize your work authorization.
Target studios, agencies, and in-house creative teams
Larger advertising agencies, design studios, and corporate in-house teams hire international creatives more regularly than small freelance shops. They often have HR infrastructure familiar with OPT paperwork and are less likely to treat sponsorship as a dealbreaker during hiring.
Address OPT timing early in the process
Creative hiring moves fast and often relies on gut feel. Raise your OPT status before the offer stage so employers aren't surprised. A brief, confident explanation of how OPT works reduces hesitation and signals you understand the process.
Clarify whether your program qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Most traditional creative degrees, like fine arts or communications, are not STEM-designated. If your program is in a STEM-adjacent field like UX or human-computer interaction, verify with your DSO. A 24-month extension significantly improves your sponsorship prospects with employers.
Build relationships through contract and freelance work
Many creative roles start as project-based contracts before converting to full-time. Confirm with your DSO that contract arrangements still satisfy OPT's practical training requirement. Short engagements that lead to offers are a legitimate and common path in creative industries.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly creative employers
Not all creative job listings are OPT-compatible. Migrate Mate curates roles from employers with a track record of sponsoring international students, saving you time filtering out positions where your work authorization would be an immediate obstacle.
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Can I work as a freelancer or independent contractor on OPT in a creative role?
Yes, but with conditions. Freelance and self-employment can satisfy OPT requirements if the work is directly related to your degree field and you can document it clearly. You must work at least 20 hours per week in aggregate. Keep contracts, invoices, and project records organized, as your DSO may request documentation for your training record.
Do creative roles qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension?
Most traditional creative degrees, such as fine arts, graphic design, film, or communications, are not STEM-designated, so graduates cannot apply for the STEM OPT extension. However, if your degree is in a qualifying field like human-computer interaction, information science with a design focus, or a related STEM discipline, you may be eligible. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before assuming you qualify.
How do I prove my creative job is related to my degree for OPT compliance?
Your role must connect to your major at a level that uses the knowledge and skills from your program. A motion graphics designer with a film degree or a brand strategist with a marketing degree are clear fits. Document the connection in writing with your employer and keep a record of your job duties. If the link is indirect, discuss it with your DSO before accepting the offer.
Where can I find creative jobs where employers are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and lists creative roles from employers who have sponsored international candidates before. General job boards surface openings without filtering for visa compatibility, which wastes time when you're on a 90-day unemployment clock and need to move efficiently.
What happens to my OPT if my creative job ends before my authorization period expires?
You have a cumulative 90-day unemployment limit during standard OPT, and the clock starts the moment your employment ends. If you're between creative contracts or your employer lets you go, begin your job search immediately. Report any employment changes to your DSO promptly. Exceeding 90 days of unemployment triggers a status violation, so treat the timeline seriously.
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