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Marketing Account Manager jobs on OPT require employers who can file an H-1B visa or other work visa before your authorization expires. Most roles sit inside agencies or brand teams, making them common OPT sponsors. Your 12-month standard OPT window, or 36 months with a STEM extension, gives you a realistic runway to prove value and secure sponsorship.
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Job Title
Assistant Marketing Account Manager
Department
Campus Services Marketing
Worker Type
Regular
Pay Type
Salary
Position Salary Minimum
$45,000
Position Salary Maximum
$50,000
Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Benefit Eligible
Yes
Screening Date
2026-04-15
Job Description Summary
The Assistant Marketing Account Manager for Finance and Business Services (FBS) serves as support to the Marketing Account Managers and their clients with the end-to-end lifecycle of marketing initiatives, from planning and creative development to final delivery and reporting. They assist as a bridge between strategy, creative, and digital teams to ensure campaigns are on time, within budget, and aligned with business goals. Key responsibilities include managing workflows, tracking KPIs, and optimizing resources. This role requires a blend of organizational, technical, and creative skills to drive successful, data-driven marketing campaigns.
Job Description
Essential Duties
- Project Planning and Scheduling: Creating detailed project plans, timelines, and workflows for marketing campaigns.
- Execution and Coordination: Acting as the central point of contact for creative, digital, and content teams to ensure deliverables are met by the creative team.
- Performance Reporting: Assist in providing clients with progress updates in a timely manner.
- Risk Management: Proactively identifying potential bottlenecks and resolving issues to keep projects on track.
- Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel campus as required.
- Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds when necessary.
- Capability to set up and dismantle special event displays and materials.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or related field with one year experience in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Communications
- Experience in project management, specifically within a marketing or creative agency environment.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Demonstrated foundational knowledge of marketing principles, including content development, digital marketing, and social media strategy.
- Ability to manage multiple projects while adhering to established timelines and deadlines.
- Proven ability to work independently with a high level of initiative, organization, and attention to detail.
- Experience collaborating effectively within small teams while also contributing independently as needed.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with professional communication acumen.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle project workflows.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and build productive relationships with internal and external partners.
- Experience leading small group meetings and facilitating collaborative work sessions.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and diverse stakeholder groups.
- Creative, strategic thinker with the ability to develop innovative, out-of-the-box solutions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to meeting established deadlines.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Airtable or similar platforms).
Ability to independently manage projects while adhering to established timelines and demonstrating a high level of initiative.
- Fiscal awareness and experience managing campaigns within established budgets.
- Understanding of brand standards and stakeholder expectations, with the ability to ensure alignment across marketing initiatives.
- Experience measuring and analyzing campaign performance, including return on investment (ROI) and overall marketing effectiveness.
Additional Position Information (if applicable)
Required Application Documents
resume cover letter
Special Instructions (if applicable)
none
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.
For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Marketing Account Manager
Target agencies with established visa programs
Large marketing and advertising agencies sponsor H-1B visas regularly. Look for firms with 50 or more employees, dedicated HR teams, and a history of international hires. Smaller boutique shops rarely have the infrastructure to sponsor.
Lead with client results, not job duties
Account managers are evaluated on retention and revenue growth. Quantify your wins: client retention rates, upsell percentages, or campaign ROI. Concrete numbers make sponsorship feel lower-risk to hiring managers and HR teams reviewing your profile.
Raise OPT status early in the process
Mention your OPT authorization in your initial application or recruiter screen. Delaying this conversation wastes everyone's time. Most sponsors prefer early transparency so their legal team can confirm eligibility before investing in interviews.
Pursue STEM extension if your degree qualifies
Degrees in marketing analytics, information systems, or statistics may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. This gives employers a 36-month window total, significantly reducing urgency around H-1B sponsorship timing and lottery risk.
Build relationships with agency recruiters directly
Internal recruiters at mid-size and large agencies have more influence over sponsorship decisions than staffing firms. Connect with them before a role opens. Agencies filling multiple account manager seats are far more likely to sponsor repeat candidates they already trust.
Understand the H-1B timeline relative to your OPT end date
H-1B petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start. If your OPT expires before October, you need cap-gap protection. Confirm your OPT end date and discuss timing explicitly with any employer considering sponsorship.
Marketing Account Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Marketing Account Manager on OPT?
Yes. Marketing Account Manager roles qualify for OPT work authorization as long as the position is directly related to your degree field. Degrees in marketing, communications, business, or a related discipline all support this. You must work at least 20 hours per week and the role must align with your program of study as reported to your DSO.
Do Marketing Account Manager roles commonly lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, particularly at larger agencies and in-house marketing teams at enterprise companies. Account management is classified as a specialty occupation under H-1B rules because it typically requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Sponsorship rates are higher at firms that already have legal infrastructure for immigration filings. Browse Marketing Account Manager roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with a track record of sponsoring international hires.
Does a marketing degree qualify me for a STEM OPT extension in this role?
A standard marketing degree does not qualify for the STEM extension. However, degrees in marketing analytics, management information systems, or quantitative marketing may qualify depending on your CIP code. Check your degree classification with your DSO before assuming eligibility. If you do qualify, the extension adds 24 months, giving you three years total to secure H-1B sponsorship.
What happens to my OPT if I switch from one Marketing Account Manager role to another?
You can change employers on OPT, but you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days. There is no grace period for unemployment between jobs, though USCIS allows up to 90 days of cumulative unemployment on post-completion OPT. Make sure the new role still qualifies as directly related to your degree field and update your SEVIS record promptly.
Is account management considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Generally yes, when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as marketing, communications, or business. The key is that the employer's job description must specify a degree requirement, not just list it as a preference. Roles where any bachelor's degree is accepted regardless of field can face challenges at USCIS. Employers with strong job descriptions and clearly defined requirements have better approval outcomes.