OPT Editorial Manager Jobs
Editorial Manager roles are a strong fit for OPT authorization, provided your degree is in journalism, communications, English, or a closely related field. Most positions require coordinating editorial workflows, managing writers, and overseeing content strategy, all of which align with specialty occupation criteria that support H-1B visa sponsorship down the line.
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Fox News Media
FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented Editorial Writer to join the #1 national cable morning show franchise, FOX & Friends, and FOX & Friends First. You use creative, compelling copy, are detail-oriented and thorough, and can handle the pressure of being the last set of eyes on stories before air. The Editorial Writer is also strong in a control room atmosphere and can communicate quickly and effectively with several people at once.
You will be offered the following shift:
Monday - Friday from 11 PM - 7 AM, ET most days for Fox & Friends First
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Copyedit all headlines & reporter hits under tight deadline pressure
- Check graphics and videos to ensure they match writer scripts
- Communicate critical story information with producers and managers
- Be a leader for the writing team, helping them grow and develop
- Pitch story ideas
- Think outside the box to tell a story
- Understand the importance of utilizing and writing to video
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- Major market experience
- Flexibility to work both weekend and weekday overnight hours
- Solid news judgment
- Thorough knowledge of current events, US politics, geopolitics, foreign policy, and history
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $83,000.00-91,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox News Media
FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented Editorial Writer to join the #1 national cable morning show franchise, FOX & Friends, and FOX & Friends First. You use creative, compelling copy, are detail-oriented and thorough, and can handle the pressure of being the last set of eyes on stories before air. The Editorial Writer is also strong in a control room atmosphere and can communicate quickly and effectively with several people at once.
You will be offered the following shift:
Monday - Friday from 11 PM - 7 AM, ET most days for Fox & Friends First
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Copyedit all headlines & reporter hits under tight deadline pressure
- Check graphics and videos to ensure they match writer scripts
- Communicate critical story information with producers and managers
- Be a leader for the writing team, helping them grow and develop
- Pitch story ideas
- Think outside the box to tell a story
- Understand the importance of utilizing and writing to video
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- Major market experience
- Flexibility to work both weekend and weekday overnight hours
- Solid news judgment
- Thorough knowledge of current events, US politics, geopolitics, foreign policy, and history
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field of study is preferred, or equivalent experience
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $83,000.00-91,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Editorial Manager
Target media companies with established immigration programs
Large publishers, digital media groups, and corporate communications teams sponsor H-1B visas far more reliably than small editorial shops. Research a company's past sponsorship history before applying to avoid wasting OPT time on employers unlikely to convert.
Frame your degree as the foundation for the role
Editorial Manager positions qualify as specialty occupations when the employer requires a degree in a specific field. Make your application explicitly connect your journalism, communications, or English degree to the responsibilities listed in the job description.
Start the H-1B conversation before your OPT expires
OPT lasts 12 months, and the H-1B cap-subject lottery requires filing in April. If you're hired after July, your employer may need to file for the next lottery cycle, so align your timeline with them early.
Highlight editorial management tools and measurable outcomes
Employers sponsoring OPT hires want confidence in your ability to lead. Quantify your editorial impact with metrics like content output, audience growth, or team size managed to strengthen both your application and any future visa petition.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility upfront if applicable
Most Editorial Manager roles are not under STEM-designated CIP codes, meaning standard 12-month OPT applies. Confirm your degree classification with your DSO early so you and your employer can plan around the correct authorization window.
Negotiate an employment start date that protects your OPT window
Your OPT authorization has a fixed end date. Avoid delayed start dates that consume authorized months before you begin working, as any gap between graduation and employment still counts against your 12-month authorization period.
Editorial Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Editorial Manager on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a field directly related to editorial work, such as journalism, communications, English, or media studies. OPT authorizes employment in a role that is directly related to your major area of study, so the connection between your degree and the Editorial Manager position needs to be clear and defensible to your DSO and any future visa sponsor.
Do Editorial Manager jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Sponsorship depends heavily on the employer. Large media companies, publishing houses, and corporate communications departments have immigration infrastructure in place and are more likely to sponsor. Smaller editorial operations rarely do. Migrate Mate lists Editorial Manager roles from employers with verified sponsorship history, which makes it easier to focus your applications on opportunities that can extend beyond OPT.
Does an Editorial Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It generally does, provided the employer's job description requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like journalism, communications, or English. Roles where a degree in any field would be accepted may face challenges meeting the specialty occupation standard. The strength of the petition depends on how specifically the employer defines the educational requirement in relation to the job duties.
What happens to my OPT if I'm between editorial jobs during my authorized period?
F-1 OPT regulations allow a maximum of 90 days of unemployment during the 12-month authorization period. If you lose or leave an Editorial Manager position, that 90-day clock applies immediately. Finding a new role quickly is essential to maintaining lawful status. Document all employment carefully and notify your DSO of any changes to avoid inadvertent status violations.
Is STEM OPT available for Editorial Manager roles?
Typically no. Editorial and communications degree programs are not listed under STEM-designated CIP codes, so the 24-month STEM OPT extension is not available for most Editorial Manager candidates. You'll be working with a standard 12-month OPT window. Confirm your specific degree classification with your DSO, since CIP code designations vary by institution and program name.