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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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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri is a growing organization and always focused on taking the best care of its many constituents. It is one of the largest affiliates in the nation, and for over 6 years is awarded as a leader in quality service. It focuses its services on youth ages 5-25. Our Mission: We partner with young people in their pursuit of a meaningful, stable, and independent life.
POSITION PURPOSE:
The primary goal of this position is to play a vital role in promoting the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri and growing our audience in our service region. This position will drive and execute digital marketing through social media, e-mail marketing, website content management, and other digital materials and deliverables. This role requires strong communication and relationship-building skills, exceptional organizational and project management skills, and a high degree of creative thinking. This role supports all agency efforts in marketing and communications, including working with colleagues inside and outside the department.
CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATION
Lead Social Media Strategy & Execution:
- Creating, scheduling, and publishing social media content across platforms
- Utilize unique and compelling storytelling and creative approaches for solid content, drive desired calls to action and engagement
- Manage comprehensive social media schedule with attention to detail and workflows needed to meet deadlines
- Monitor and report analytics to adjust strategies and meet key performance indicators and goals
ASSIST WITH DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS
Coordination of Email Communications, Distribution, and Lists:
- Compose, schedule, and audit event and other marketing communications
- Routinely update email subscription lists
- Assist with building and sending a monthly email newsletter
Assists with Web Communications:
- Compose, review, update, and proof text for the agency website and print communications as needed
ASSIST WITH DIGITAL ASSETS & EVENTS
Graphic Elements:
- Work in concert with the Marketing Manager to support the creation of graphic elements
- Routinely review and assess internal marketing requests and develop project plans and assets
Event Photography & Videography:
- Work in concert with the Marketing department to capture and develop photo and video assets from agency events
Typical Profile of a Big Brothers Big Sisters Team Member:
- Someone who knows how to make things happen.
- A thinker who can participate in a team environment to create and execute new projects and goals.
- A self-starter who isn't afraid to work hard.
- Someone who understands what it means to "take ownership" and run with it.
- A planner who can map out the steps to success and follow through.
- Someone who is adaptable and quick on their feet.
- Someone who is curious - always on the lookout for the next opportunity, to create and/or improve.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A bachelor's degree or a combination of three (3) + years of demonstrated digital marketing, marketing/communications and/or graphic design experience can substitute for the degree
- Proven creativity in digital marketing and/or social media project management
- Proven proficiency in graphic design
- Knowledge of integrated marketing communications strategies and best practice
- Maintain knowledge of emerging trends, best practices, tools, and strategies to leverage social media platforms
QUALIFICATIONS
- Maintains a strong connection with the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Strong planning and organization skills
- Fantastic customer service and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong graphic design and written communication skills
- Proven track record of meeting deadlines
- Strong cross-cultural communication skills, values diversity in all forms and maintains sensitivity to the culture and demographics of our service region
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Routine office schedule environment, with regular remote days each week
- Flexible work hours to meet the needs of schools, team members, and community leaders/organizations
- Must have a car, valid driver's license, and state-required automobile insurance minimums
- Willing and able to work evenings and weekends as required
- The highest level of professionalism and customer service is always expected
TOOLS & TECH
- Adobe Creative Cloud, InDesign, Procreate, Canva
- Social Media - Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn
- MailChimp or similar email marketing platform
- WordPress or comparable web content management system
- Google Analytics
- Customer Relationship Management platform(s)
- Workflow management platform
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary will be based upon professional and academic experience (salary range $46,500-$52,000).
- 401(k)-3% match per year following first year of employment.
- .625 cents reimbursement on business miles and 100% of out-of-office parking for business meetings, etc.
- Immediate and 100% coverage on health and dental insurance.
- Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance following the first ninety days of employment. 100% employer paid daily parking in covered garage.
- After 90 days, staff will receive 5 days of paid vacation and 10 days of paid vacation after one year of service.
- Accrue One (1) day per month of sick leave (can also be used for family illnesses) - can carry up to 30 days of sick leave
- Two (2) personal days per year following the first ninety days of employment.
- Annual raises based on performance, culture, and agency's ability
- Eleven (11) paid holidays.
Equal Employment Opportunity
BBBSEMO provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential duties & responsibilities either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
INTRODUCTION
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri is a growing organization and always focused on taking the best care of its many constituents. It is one of the largest affiliates in the nation, and for over 6 years is awarded as a leader in quality service. It focuses its services on youth ages 5-25. Our Mission: We partner with young people in their pursuit of a meaningful, stable, and independent life.
POSITION PURPOSE:
The primary goal of this position is to play a vital role in promoting the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri and growing our audience in our service region. This position will drive and execute digital marketing through social media, e-mail marketing, website content management, and other digital materials and deliverables. This role requires strong communication and relationship-building skills, exceptional organizational and project management skills, and a high degree of creative thinking. This role supports all agency efforts in marketing and communications, including working with colleagues inside and outside the department.
CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT CREATION
Lead Social Media Strategy & Execution:
- Creating, scheduling, and publishing social media content across platforms
- Utilize unique and compelling storytelling and creative approaches for solid content, drive desired calls to action and engagement
- Manage comprehensive social media schedule with attention to detail and workflows needed to meet deadlines
- Monitor and report analytics to adjust strategies and meet key performance indicators and goals
ASSIST WITH DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS
Coordination of Email Communications, Distribution, and Lists:
- Compose, schedule, and audit event and other marketing communications
- Routinely update email subscription lists
- Assist with building and sending a monthly email newsletter
Assists with Web Communications:
- Compose, review, update, and proof text for the agency website and print communications as needed
ASSIST WITH DIGITAL ASSETS & EVENTS
Graphic Elements:
- Work in concert with the Marketing Manager to support the creation of graphic elements
- Routinely review and assess internal marketing requests and develop project plans and assets
Event Photography & Videography:
- Work in concert with the Marketing department to capture and develop photo and video assets from agency events
Typical Profile of a Big Brothers Big Sisters Team Member:
- Someone who knows how to make things happen.
- A thinker who can participate in a team environment to create and execute new projects and goals.
- A self-starter who isn't afraid to work hard.
- Someone who understands what it means to "take ownership" and run with it.
- A planner who can map out the steps to success and follow through.
- Someone who is adaptable and quick on their feet.
- Someone who is curious - always on the lookout for the next opportunity, to create and/or improve.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A bachelor's degree or a combination of three (3) + years of demonstrated digital marketing, marketing/communications and/or graphic design experience can substitute for the degree
- Proven creativity in digital marketing and/or social media project management
- Proven proficiency in graphic design
- Knowledge of integrated marketing communications strategies and best practice
- Maintain knowledge of emerging trends, best practices, tools, and strategies to leverage social media platforms
QUALIFICATIONS
- Maintains a strong connection with the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Strong planning and organization skills
- Fantastic customer service and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong graphic design and written communication skills
- Proven track record of meeting deadlines
- Strong cross-cultural communication skills, values diversity in all forms and maintains sensitivity to the culture and demographics of our service region
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Routine office schedule environment, with regular remote days each week
- Flexible work hours to meet the needs of schools, team members, and community leaders/organizations
- Must have a car, valid driver's license, and state-required automobile insurance minimums
- Willing and able to work evenings and weekends as required
- The highest level of professionalism and customer service is always expected
TOOLS & TECH
- Adobe Creative Cloud, InDesign, Procreate, Canva
- Social Media - Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn
- MailChimp or similar email marketing platform
- WordPress or comparable web content management system
- Google Analytics
- Customer Relationship Management platform(s)
- Workflow management platform
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary will be based upon professional and academic experience (salary range $46,500-$52,000).
- 401(k)-3% match per year following first year of employment.
- .625 cents reimbursement on business miles and 100% of out-of-office parking for business meetings, etc.
- Immediate and 100% coverage on health and dental insurance.
- Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance following the first ninety days of employment. 100% employer paid daily parking in covered garage.
- After 90 days, staff will receive 5 days of paid vacation and 10 days of paid vacation after one year of service.
- Accrue One (1) day per month of sick leave (can also be used for family illnesses) - can carry up to 30 days of sick leave
- Two (2) personal days per year following the first ninety days of employment.
- Annual raises based on performance, culture, and agency's ability
- Eleven (11) paid holidays.
Equal Employment Opportunity
BBBSEMO provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential duties & responsibilities either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
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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.