OPT Digital Marketing Manager Jobs
Digital Marketing Manager roles are among the more OPT-friendly positions in marketing, as many employers already sponsor H-1B visas for this function and are familiar with work authorization requirements. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM extension if your degree qualifies, gives you meaningful runway to prove value and secure sponsorship.
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Belay Diagnostics is an innovative, clinical lab focused on minimally invasive detection of brain and spinal cord cancers. Our mission is to serve patients and those who care for them. Belay has partnered with Johns Hopkins University, one of the country’s leading neuro-oncology research centers, to commercialize a proprietary liquid biopsy technology that will result in faster, more efficient, and less costly answers for clinicians and patients. Our goal is to become a neuroscience center of excellence dedicated to the timely, reliable detection of neurological malignancies and disorders. We hope to serve clinicians seeking fundamentally better solutions to suspicious neurological findings as well as partner with other healthcare entities who will leverage our data to develop much-needed therapeutic solutions for brain cancers.
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Based on experience
Job Location
Chicago, IL
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven digital marketing manager to oversee and execute our digital marketing strategies across various channels and maintain and update website as needed. The role will have a focus on patient education and serve as the ambassador for Belay Diagnostics in patient advocacy groups. The ideal candidate will create, implement, and optimize campaigns and collateral that increase brand awareness, generate leads, and drive sales. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with our overall marketing goals while reporting to the Director of Marketing.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in digital marketing.
- Proven experience in leading successful digital marketing campaigns.
- Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, and paid media management.
- Proficiency in digital marketing tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, and email marketing platforms.
- Proficiency in social media platforms such as FaceBook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to empathize with patients and represent Belay Diagnostics with patient advocacy groups.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and metrics.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Familiarity with marketing automation tools (HubSpot preferred).
Preferred
- Certification in Google Analytics, Google Ads, or other relevant digital marketing platforms.
- Experience with WordPress and BetterDocs.
- Experience in B2B/B2C marketing.
- Experience in healthcare, preferably in clinical diagnostics.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the planning, execution, and management of digital marketing campaigns across channels, including social media, email, paid search, and display advertising.
- Oversee maintenance and update website.
- Develop and supervise the content strategy for digital platforms to ensure engaging and brand-aligned communication.
- Drive organic and paid search initiatives to optimize search engine rankings and increase website traffic.
- Track, analyze, and report on digital marketing performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and making data-driven decisions.
- Work closely with creative, sales, and product teams to ensure consistency across all digital channels and campaigns.
- Manage the digital marketing budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources across campaigns.
- Keep up to date with the latest trends and best practices in digital marketing, identifying new growth opportunities and technologies.
Belay Diagnostics offers excellent health benefits and a 401(k) program. Belay is a team of dedicated and collaborative employees committed to improving healthcare. Belay Diagnostics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues.
Company Overview
Belay Diagnostics is an innovative, clinical lab focused on minimally invasive detection of brain and spinal cord cancers. Our mission is to serve patients and those who care for them. Belay has partnered with Johns Hopkins University, one of the country’s leading neuro-oncology research centers, to commercialize a proprietary liquid biopsy technology that will result in faster, more efficient, and less costly answers for clinicians and patients. Our goal is to become a neuroscience center of excellence dedicated to the timely, reliable detection of neurological malignancies and disorders. We hope to serve clinicians seeking fundamentally better solutions to suspicious neurological findings as well as partner with other healthcare entities who will leverage our data to develop much-needed therapeutic solutions for brain cancers.
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Based on experience
Job Location
Chicago, IL
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven digital marketing manager to oversee and execute our digital marketing strategies across various channels and maintain and update website as needed. The role will have a focus on patient education and serve as the ambassador for Belay Diagnostics in patient advocacy groups. The ideal candidate will create, implement, and optimize campaigns and collateral that increase brand awareness, generate leads, and drive sales. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with our overall marketing goals while reporting to the Director of Marketing.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in digital marketing.
- Proven experience in leading successful digital marketing campaigns.
- Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, and paid media management.
- Proficiency in digital marketing tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, and email marketing platforms.
- Proficiency in social media platforms such as FaceBook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to empathize with patients and represent Belay Diagnostics with patient advocacy groups.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and metrics.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Familiarity with marketing automation tools (HubSpot preferred).
Preferred
- Certification in Google Analytics, Google Ads, or other relevant digital marketing platforms.
- Experience with WordPress and BetterDocs.
- Experience in B2B/B2C marketing.
- Experience in healthcare, preferably in clinical diagnostics.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the planning, execution, and management of digital marketing campaigns across channels, including social media, email, paid search, and display advertising.
- Oversee maintenance and update website.
- Develop and supervise the content strategy for digital platforms to ensure engaging and brand-aligned communication.
- Drive organic and paid search initiatives to optimize search engine rankings and increase website traffic.
- Track, analyze, and report on digital marketing performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and making data-driven decisions.
- Work closely with creative, sales, and product teams to ensure consistency across all digital channels and campaigns.
- Manage the digital marketing budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources across campaigns.
- Keep up to date with the latest trends and best practices in digital marketing, identifying new growth opportunities and technologies.
Belay Diagnostics offers excellent health benefits and a 401(k) program. Belay is a team of dedicated and collaborative employees committed to improving healthcare. Belay Diagnostics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Digital Marketing Manager
Target employers with a history of sponsorship
Search OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for marketing roles. Employers who've sponsored before understand the process and are far less likely to reject you over work authorization concerns.
Frame your OPT timeline as an asset
Lead with your authorization end date upfront. Employers appreciate transparency, and a 36-month STEM OPT window gives them nearly three years before they need to file an H-1B, removing urgency from the sponsorship conversation.
Quantify your digital marketing impact
Sponsorship decisions often come down to perceived replaceability. CAC reductions, ROAS improvements, and organic traffic growth are harder to dismiss than soft skills. Numbers make the case for sponsoring you over an unrestricted candidate.
Prioritize mid-size companies over large enterprises
Companies with 200 to 2,000 employees often have enough budget to sponsor but fewer bureaucratic hurdles than Fortune 500 firms. Marketing managers at this scale also tend to have more direct access to decision-makers who control hiring.
Specialize in a high-demand channel before applying
Paid search, performance marketing, and marketing analytics are consistently harder for employers to hire for. Building documented expertise in one of these areas strengthens your candidacy and reduces the perceived risk of sponsoring an OPT candidate.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly roles
Migrate Mate surfaces Digital Marketing Manager roles from employers already open to sponsoring international candidates. Filtering by sponsorship willingness saves time and keeps your applications focused on opportunities with a realistic path to long-term authorization.
Digital Marketing Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Digital Marketing Manager on OPT?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your field of study. If you studied marketing, communications, business, or a related discipline, a Digital Marketing Manager position qualifies. If your degree is in a STEM field like data science or computer science, and the role involves analytics or marketing technology, it may also qualify, but confirm with your DSO.
Does a Digital Marketing Manager role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a degree in a STEM-designated field, such as marketing research, information systems, or applied statistics, and the Digital Marketing Manager role involves substantial quantitative or technical work, your DSO may approve a STEM OPT extension. Marketing degrees without a STEM designation do not qualify regardless of job duties.
How do I find Digital Marketing Manager jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. It aggregates Digital Marketing Manager openings from employers with a track record of sponsoring international candidates, so you're not wasting applications on companies that will reject you over work authorization. Filtering by sponsorship willingness is the most efficient way to build a realistic target list.
What happens to my OPT if I'm between Digital Marketing Manager jobs?
You're allowed up to 90 days of unemployment during standard OPT, which resets to 150 days if you receive a STEM OPT extension. Days begin accumulating the moment your OPT start date passes, not when you leave a job. If you're between roles, document any freelance or contract digital marketing work, as it may count toward authorized employment depending on your situation.
Will employers reject me for a Digital Marketing Manager role because I need sponsorship?
Some will, but many won't, particularly those who have hired international candidates before. Digital marketing is a function where specialized skills, especially in paid media, SEO, or marketing analytics, are genuinely hard to fill. Employers who've struggled to hire will often consider sponsorship for the right candidate. Targeting companies with prior LCA filings in marketing significantly improves your odds.