OPT Digital Marketing Strategist Jobs
Digital Marketing Strategist roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in marketing, communications, or business. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies, gives employers real runway to sponsor you.
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The only duopoly in St. Louis is looking for our next super star seller to join our incredible team. FOX 2/St. Louis 11 (CW) is a trusted source for news, entertainment, and community engagement in St. Louis-DMA market 24. As we expand our digital footprint, we are seeking a driven and client-focused Digital Marketing Strategist to join our sales team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual who understands the digital advertising landscape and is passionate about helping local businesses grow.
JOB SUMMARY
The Digital Marketing Strategist will be responsible for selling customized digital advertising solutions—including OTT, CTV, display, video, social, and search, to local and regional clients. You will work closely with clients to identify their needs, propose tailored digital strategies, and guide campaigns from pitch to performance analysis.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Sell a full suite of digital advertising products (including OTT/CTV, SEO/SEM, display, video, social media, and email marketing).
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Build and manage a book of business through prospecting, networking, referrals, and cold outreach.
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Develop client-focused proposals and present them with confidence and clarity.
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Partner with internal teams (marketing, creative, digital operations) to execute high-quality campaigns.
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Monitor and analyze campaign performance, delivering regular reporting and optimization recommendations to clients.
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Stay informed on industry trends and emerging digital platforms to provide cutting-edge solutions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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1+ years of digital advertising sales experience preferred; broadcast media sales experience is a plus.
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Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
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Understanding digital ad products such as OTT/CTV, Social, Native, Streaming Audio, Out-of-Home, SEM and SEO.
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Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
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Self-motivated with a hunter mentality and a passion for helping businesses succeed.
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple accounts in a fast-paced environment.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
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Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and proposal platforms.
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Understanding of analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook Business Manager, Adobe Analytics).
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Knowledge of local/regional advertising markets.
WHAT WE OFFER:
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Competitive compensation
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Full benefits package (health, dental, 401k, paid time off)
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Comprehensive training and continuous support to accelerate your growth
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A supportive, creative, collaborative workplace where your ideas are valued and innovation is encouraged
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The opportunity to sell cutting-edge digital solutions backed by a trusted media brand
INTRODUCTION
The only duopoly in St. Louis is looking for our next super star seller to join our incredible team. FOX 2/St. Louis 11 (CW) is a trusted source for news, entertainment, and community engagement in St. Louis-DMA market 24. As we expand our digital footprint, we are seeking a driven and client-focused Digital Marketing Strategist to join our sales team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual who understands the digital advertising landscape and is passionate about helping local businesses grow.
JOB SUMMARY
The Digital Marketing Strategist will be responsible for selling customized digital advertising solutions—including OTT, CTV, display, video, social, and search, to local and regional clients. You will work closely with clients to identify their needs, propose tailored digital strategies, and guide campaigns from pitch to performance analysis.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Sell a full suite of digital advertising products (including OTT/CTV, SEO/SEM, display, video, social media, and email marketing).
-
Build and manage a book of business through prospecting, networking, referrals, and cold outreach.
-
Develop client-focused proposals and present them with confidence and clarity.
-
Partner with internal teams (marketing, creative, digital operations) to execute high-quality campaigns.
-
Monitor and analyze campaign performance, delivering regular reporting and optimization recommendations to clients.
-
Stay informed on industry trends and emerging digital platforms to provide cutting-edge solutions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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1+ years of digital advertising sales experience preferred; broadcast media sales experience is a plus.
-
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
-
Understanding digital ad products such as OTT/CTV, Social, Native, Streaming Audio, Out-of-Home, SEM and SEO.
-
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
-
Self-motivated with a hunter mentality and a passion for helping businesses succeed.
-
Ability to work independently and manage multiple accounts in a fast-paced environment.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
-
Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and proposal platforms.
-
Understanding of analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook Business Manager, Adobe Analytics).
-
Knowledge of local/regional advertising markets.
WHAT WE OFFER:
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Competitive compensation
-
Full benefits package (health, dental, 401k, paid time off)
-
Comprehensive training and continuous support to accelerate your growth
-
A supportive, creative, collaborative workplace where your ideas are valued and innovation is encouraged
-
The opportunity to sell cutting-edge digital solutions backed by a trusted media brand
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Digital Marketing Strategist
Target companies with active H-1B sponsorship history
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas for marketing roles in the past are far more likely to do it again. Look for mid-size and enterprise companies with in-house legal teams rather than small agencies without sponsorship infrastructure.
Position your degree as a specialty occupation qualifier
H-1B sponsorship for marketing roles requires proving the job is a specialty occupation. A degree in marketing, communications, or business directly tied to the role strengthens that argument significantly. Highlight the academic connection in your resume and interviews.
Emphasize STEM OPT eligibility if your degree qualifies
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as management information systems or data analytics, your OPT extends to 36 months. That extra runway is a real selling point for employers hesitant about sponsorship timelines.
Lead with measurable results in your application materials
Hiring managers sponsoring visa holders want confidence in the hire. Campaigns with clear ROI metrics, audience growth numbers, or conversion rate improvements make your candidacy compelling enough to justify the sponsorship process and cost.
Ask about sponsorship policy before investing in late-stage interviews
Many companies have undocumented sponsorship policies. Ask a recruiter early whether the company has sponsored marketing roles before. This saves weeks of effort and helps you prioritize employers where sponsorship is actually a realistic outcome.
Use your OPT period to build employer familiarity before H-1B season
Starting a role on OPT well before the April H-1B registration window gives your employer time to assess your performance and build internal support for sponsorship. Early starts correlate strongly with successful H-1B filings.
Digital Marketing Strategist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Digital Marketing Strategist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Most Digital Marketing Strategist positions qualify as specialty occupations when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as marketing, communications, or business. The key is that the job description must require a degree, not merely prefer one. Roles with vague educational requirements can complicate an H-1B petition, so it's worth reviewing the job posting carefully before applying.
Can I work as a Digital Marketing Strategist on OPT right after graduation?
Yes. Once USCIS approves your OPT and your Employment Authorization Document arrives, you can work as a Digital Marketing Strategist as long as the role is directly related to your degree field. A marketing, communications, or business degree will generally satisfy that requirement. You must report your employer and job title to your DSO within 10 days of starting.
Where can I find Digital Marketing Strategist jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers open to sponsorship. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you focus on Digital Marketing Strategist roles where sponsorship is a realistic option rather than filtering through postings where your work authorization status will be an immediate disqualifier.
Does a marketing degree qualify for STEM OPT extension?
A general marketing degree does not qualify for the STEM OPT extension. However, degrees in fields like management information systems, data analytics, or marketing analytics may qualify if they appear on the Department of Homeland Security STEM Designated Degree Program List. Check your specific CIP code with your DSO to confirm eligibility before applying to roles that assume a 36-month OPT window.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I'm laid off from a Digital Marketing Strategist role?
F-1 OPT students can accumulate up to 90 days of unemployment without violating their status. If you're laid off, you have that window to find a new Digital Marketing Strategist position that is related to your degree. Exceeding 90 days terminates your OPT authorization. Report any employment changes to your DSO promptly and use that window actively to secure your next role.