OPT Marketing Designer Jobs
Marketing Designer jobs on OPT require employers who can support your work authorization, whether that's your initial 12-month OPT period or a 24-month STEM extension if your degree is in a qualifying field. Most hiring managers in this space work with F-1 students regularly.
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This position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs. This in-office requirement may be adjusted at the discretion of the company.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The SOREL Integrated Marketing Designer is an important member of the SOREL Global Brand Marketing Creative team. They will be responsible for designing and producing comprehensive design executions to foster brand awareness, increase engagement, support sales growth objectives, and increase consumer lifetime value on sorel.com.
The purpose of the Integrated Marketing Designer is to omnichannel assets and solutions based off seasonal brand creative directions. This includes but not limited to - Multimedia and graphic projects relating to: SOREL website, email, retail displays, paid media, content development, and organic social. This role will translate creative concepts into visual designs working cross-functionally with teams to take ideas from concept to execution. The Integrated Marketing Designer will primarily interpret the seasonal creative direction into an effective and engaging omni-channel application. Additionally, you will develop bespoke design initiatives and deliver creative solutions tailored to specific needs. You will be working closely with the internal design team, site/email team, development, Europe/Canada partners and our internal operations team.
This role will maintain and enhance our existing creative marketing strategy with a focus on increased reach across digital channels.
This role reports to the Brand Creative Director.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Work within seasonal brand guidelines to create layouts and design executions that reinforce SOREL’s brand voice through its internal and external communications
- Produce the design and production for e-com pages, product graphics, banners, static and rich media banner ads, email campaigns, retail graphics, presentation decks, etc.
- Work across several different mediums from: graphic design, web design, video, animation, AI, etc.
- Navigate processes and quick turn deadlines across multiple platforms.
- Create paid media in the form of light touch video edits as well as static executions.
- Communicate and present design concepts for approval to internal and external departments
- Design window displays, posters, and in-store signs
- Translate product positioning, existing research, and online Marketing strategies into effective designs across all creative executions
- Design beautiful, mobile-friendly email marketing campaigns
- Broaden and enhance knowledge by keeping up to date with digital innovations and competitors
YOU ARE
- A hybrid design specialist with a strong production design background.
- Positive with an enthusiastic attitude.
- Passionate about fashion and footwear/apparel industry.
YOU HAVE
- Bachelor's Degree Digital Arts, Graphic Design or related field
- A minimum of 2-4 years of progressive design marketing experience either in-house or agency.
- Multidisciplinary visual design skill set being able to jump from multiple projects to another
- Strong production design skillset with the ability to complete tasks efficiently and accurately
- Footwear and/or apparel and retail industry experience strongly preferred
- Strong portfolio of design work, showing solution to business problems through effective design
- Must have excellent Macintosh computer skills including expert level knowledge in Figma, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects, Premier, and PowerPoint.
- Understanding of web design issues, including browser usability and cross-platform compatibility
- Responsive design and e-commerce experience within AEM and other platforms are a plus
- Strong work ethic and personal accountability
- Has experience working cross-functionally with a digital marketing team
- Has been intimately involved in the execution of a digital brand campaign
- The position requires strong design and problem-solving skills, as well as an eye for detail.
- A solid foundation in typography, layout and design
- A strong knowledge in color, scale, contrast, balance and hierarchy is a must
- Experience with transitions, animation, motion design and dynamic interaction
- Excellent visual, written and verbal communication skills, along with presentation and negotiation skills
- A penchant for details and organization, including the ability to prioritize tasks, communicate progress and meet deadlines
- The ability to effectively take direction and work both collaboratively and autonomously
- Interact with co-workers in a professional manner that supports the department and promotes a positive work environment
- Communicate clearly with staff, management, vendors, customer, and clients this includes adapting to be effective with a multitude of personalities and circumstances.
- PORTFOLIO LINK INCLUDED ON RESUME OR IN APPLICATION REQUIRED.
LI-JC1
SOREL
Hybrid
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.
At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.
If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.
INTRODUCTION
This position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs. This in-office requirement may be adjusted at the discretion of the company.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The SOREL Integrated Marketing Designer is an important member of the SOREL Global Brand Marketing Creative team. They will be responsible for designing and producing comprehensive design executions to foster brand awareness, increase engagement, support sales growth objectives, and increase consumer lifetime value on sorel.com.
The purpose of the Integrated Marketing Designer is to omnichannel assets and solutions based off seasonal brand creative directions. This includes but not limited to - Multimedia and graphic projects relating to: SOREL website, email, retail displays, paid media, content development, and organic social. This role will translate creative concepts into visual designs working cross-functionally with teams to take ideas from concept to execution. The Integrated Marketing Designer will primarily interpret the seasonal creative direction into an effective and engaging omni-channel application. Additionally, you will develop bespoke design initiatives and deliver creative solutions tailored to specific needs. You will be working closely with the internal design team, site/email team, development, Europe/Canada partners and our internal operations team.
This role will maintain and enhance our existing creative marketing strategy with a focus on increased reach across digital channels.
This role reports to the Brand Creative Director.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Work within seasonal brand guidelines to create layouts and design executions that reinforce SOREL’s brand voice through its internal and external communications
- Produce the design and production for e-com pages, product graphics, banners, static and rich media banner ads, email campaigns, retail graphics, presentation decks, etc.
- Work across several different mediums from: graphic design, web design, video, animation, AI, etc.
- Navigate processes and quick turn deadlines across multiple platforms.
- Create paid media in the form of light touch video edits as well as static executions.
- Communicate and present design concepts for approval to internal and external departments
- Design window displays, posters, and in-store signs
- Translate product positioning, existing research, and online Marketing strategies into effective designs across all creative executions
- Design beautiful, mobile-friendly email marketing campaigns
- Broaden and enhance knowledge by keeping up to date with digital innovations and competitors
YOU ARE
- A hybrid design specialist with a strong production design background.
- Positive with an enthusiastic attitude.
- Passionate about fashion and footwear/apparel industry.
YOU HAVE
- Bachelor's Degree Digital Arts, Graphic Design or related field
- A minimum of 2-4 years of progressive design marketing experience either in-house or agency.
- Multidisciplinary visual design skill set being able to jump from multiple projects to another
- Strong production design skillset with the ability to complete tasks efficiently and accurately
- Footwear and/or apparel and retail industry experience strongly preferred
- Strong portfolio of design work, showing solution to business problems through effective design
- Must have excellent Macintosh computer skills including expert level knowledge in Figma, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects, Premier, and PowerPoint.
- Understanding of web design issues, including browser usability and cross-platform compatibility
- Responsive design and e-commerce experience within AEM and other platforms are a plus
- Strong work ethic and personal accountability
- Has experience working cross-functionally with a digital marketing team
- Has been intimately involved in the execution of a digital brand campaign
- The position requires strong design and problem-solving skills, as well as an eye for detail.
- A solid foundation in typography, layout and design
- A strong knowledge in color, scale, contrast, balance and hierarchy is a must
- Experience with transitions, animation, motion design and dynamic interaction
- Excellent visual, written and verbal communication skills, along with presentation and negotiation skills
- A penchant for details and organization, including the ability to prioritize tasks, communicate progress and meet deadlines
- The ability to effectively take direction and work both collaboratively and autonomously
- Interact with co-workers in a professional manner that supports the department and promotes a positive work environment
- Communicate clearly with staff, management, vendors, customer, and clients this includes adapting to be effective with a multitude of personalities and circumstances.
- PORTFOLIO LINK INCLUDED ON RESUME OR IN APPLICATION REQUIRED.
LI-JC1
SOREL
Hybrid
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.
At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.
If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Marketing Designer
Lead with your OPT status upfront
Don't bury your work authorization in the application. State clearly that you're authorized to work on OPT and specify your end date. Hiring managers need to plan timelines, and clarity early removes friction from the process.
Target companies with design-focused teams
In-house creative teams at mid-size and enterprise companies hire Marketing Designers regularly and are more likely to have HR infrastructure to handle OPT paperwork than small agencies or early-stage startups working with minimal staff.
Build a portfolio that speaks before you do
Marketing Designer roles are portfolio-first. A strong body of work showing brand campaigns, digital ads, or social assets reduces hesitation about sponsorship because the creative quality makes the hiring decision easier to justify internally.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during final-round interviews
Timing matters. Raise the H-1B visa question once you have demonstrated value through interviews, not in your first message. By that point, the employer is evaluating you as a candidate, not processing an abstract visa question.
Know whether your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Degrees in graphic design, communication design, or UX may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension under certain CIP codes. Confirm with your DSO before interviewing so you can accurately tell employers how long your authorization runs.
Highlight tools that translate directly to output
Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or Motion design tools signals productivity from day one. Employers weighing the overhead of OPT paperwork are more likely to proceed when they can see a clear, immediate return on hiring you.
Marketing Designer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Marketing Designer on OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a related field such as graphic design, visual communication, marketing, or a comparable discipline. Your OPT work must be directly related to your degree program. A role building brand assets, campaign visuals, or digital marketing materials for an employer typically satisfies that requirement, but confirm the alignment with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Does a Marketing Designer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not just the job title. If your program was classified under STEM-designated CIP codes, such as those covering certain design technology or human-computer interaction fields, you may qualify for the 24-month extension. Traditional fine arts or communication degrees often don't qualify. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO to know for certain.
How do I find Marketing Designer jobs that accept OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers open to sponsoring or hiring on work authorization. Rather than applying broadly and discovering late that a company won't work with OPT, you can browse Marketing Designer listings on Migrate Mate where that filter is already applied.
What happens to my OPT if I'm between Marketing Designer jobs?
F-1 OPT allows a cumulative unemployment period of 90 days during your standard 12-month OPT, reduced to 60 days during the STEM extension. If you lose a Marketing Designer role, that clock starts immediately. You should begin your job search right away and report any employment changes to your DSO to keep your record current.
Do Marketing Designer employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
It varies significantly. Large companies with established creative departments, including major consumer brands and technology firms, tend to have the legal infrastructure to support H-1B sponsorship. Smaller agencies and boutique studios often don't. The stronger your portfolio and the more specialized your skills, the more leverage you have when the conversation turns to long-term sponsorship.