OPT Social Media Jobs
Social media roles qualify for F-1 OPT when the work is directly related to your degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field. Most positions are full-time and employer-based, which satisfies DSO reporting requirements. Creative and strategy-focused roles at agencies and brands are common entry points for OPT students.
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The Social Media Manager is responsible for developing and executing a content-first strategy across Moon Valley Nurseries’ social media and owned channels. This role focuses on producing educational, informative, and brand-aligned content designed to build trust and engagement with target audiences, particularly Gen X and Boomer demographics.
The position requires a balance of strategic planning, hands-on content creation, and performance analysis to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with business objectives.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and execute a comprehensive content strategy across social and owned platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest, and the company blog
- Build, manage, and maintain an integrated content and editorial calendar
- Create original, educational, and brand-consistent content to support engagement and audience growth
- Write clear, effective copy tailored to platform-specific audiences
- Capture and edit photo and video content for digital distribution
- Support customer engagement and assist in managing brand reputation across social platforms
- Monitor content performance and analyze data to optimize future content strategies
- Ensure consistency in brand voice, messaging accuracy, and overall content quality
- Identify and manage social media vendors & influencers, partner with agency on paid social amplification and budgets
QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Proven experience in content creation, social media management, or digital marketing
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Understanding of digital behavior and content consumption patterns of Gen X and Boomer audiences
- Experience capturing and editing short-form video and photography
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret performance data and apply insights
- Proficiency with content and social media tools, including Canva, Sprout Social, and CapCut
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Customer-focused mindset with an understanding of brand representation
- Interest or familiarity with plants, landscaping, or outdoor living is preferred
Education
BS or MS degree in Marketing or equivalent experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 15 pounds. Able to work outdoors in possibly extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind. This role will be primarily an in-office role but would expect roughly 1 day/week shooting content in the nursery.
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Subject to MVR and criminal background check (In accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulations)
About us
Moon Valley Nurseries is the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America, and is an industry leader and high growth company that offers competitive salaries with exceptional employee benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), holidays, and PTO to all eligible employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. We are a drug free workplace.
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JOB SUMMARY
The Social Media Manager is responsible for developing and executing a content-first strategy across Moon Valley Nurseries’ social media and owned channels. This role focuses on producing educational, informative, and brand-aligned content designed to build trust and engagement with target audiences, particularly Gen X and Boomer demographics.
The position requires a balance of strategic planning, hands-on content creation, and performance analysis to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with business objectives.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and execute a comprehensive content strategy across social and owned platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest, and the company blog
- Build, manage, and maintain an integrated content and editorial calendar
- Create original, educational, and brand-consistent content to support engagement and audience growth
- Write clear, effective copy tailored to platform-specific audiences
- Capture and edit photo and video content for digital distribution
- Support customer engagement and assist in managing brand reputation across social platforms
- Monitor content performance and analyze data to optimize future content strategies
- Ensure consistency in brand voice, messaging accuracy, and overall content quality
- Identify and manage social media vendors & influencers, partner with agency on paid social amplification and budgets
QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Proven experience in content creation, social media management, or digital marketing
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Understanding of digital behavior and content consumption patterns of Gen X and Boomer audiences
- Experience capturing and editing short-form video and photography
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret performance data and apply insights
- Proficiency with content and social media tools, including Canva, Sprout Social, and CapCut
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Customer-focused mindset with an understanding of brand representation
- Interest or familiarity with plants, landscaping, or outdoor living is preferred
Education
BS or MS degree in Marketing or equivalent experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 15 pounds. Able to work outdoors in possibly extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind. This role will be primarily an in-office role but would expect roughly 1 day/week shooting content in the nursery.
OTHER
Subject to MVR and criminal background check (In accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulations)
About us
Moon Valley Nurseries is the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America, and is an industry leader and high growth company that offers competitive salaries with exceptional employee benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), holidays, and PTO to all eligible employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. We are a drug free workplace.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Social Media
Align your degree to the role explicitly
Social media roles qualify for OPT only when tied to your field of study. In applications and interviews, explain how your marketing, communications, or digital media degree directly informs your content strategy, analytics work, or campaign management responsibilities.
Target employers already familiar with OPT
Agencies and mid-sized brands that have hired international students before understand OPT timelines and reporting obligations. Search Migrate Mate to find social media roles at employers with a track record of sponsoring or supporting OPT work authorization successfully.
Lead with measurable results in your portfolio
Social media hiring managers respond to numbers. Follower growth percentages, engagement rate improvements, and campaign reach metrics show concrete impact. Quantified results reduce hesitation around OPT timelines by demonstrating that you deliver value quickly and independently.
Clarify your OPT timeline proactively
Bring up your OPT dates before an offer is extended, not after. Employers appreciate transparency about your work authorization window, end date, and STEM extension eligibility. It signals professionalism and gives them time to assess sponsorship readiness without feeling blindsided.
Pursue STEM-adjacent social media roles
Social media analytics, paid media management, and growth marketing positions often sit within data or marketing technology teams. If your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension, targeting these roles gives employers a longer runway and reduces their hesitation about short authorization windows.
Build platform-specific certifications before applying
Certifications in paid social, content strategy, or social analytics strengthen your candidacy and demonstrate self-directed expertise. Employers hiring on OPT timelines want candidates who can contribute immediately, and certifications signal readiness without requiring extensive onboarding or training investment.
Social Media OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do social media jobs qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization?
Yes, social media roles qualify for OPT when the position is directly related to your degree field. A social media coordinator role supported by a communications or marketing degree is a straightforward match. Roles heavily focused on creative production may require a clearer connection to your specific academic program, so confirm the alignment with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Can I work as a freelance social media manager on OPT?
Yes, self-employment is permitted on OPT, but it comes with strict conditions. You must be actively engaged in work related to your degree, and self-employment cannot be used as a workaround for unemployment. You'll need to document your freelance activity carefully for your DSO, including contracts and the nature of services rendered. Consult your DSO before pursuing this path.
How do I find social media employers willing to support OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the most efficient way to find social media roles at employers that are open to OPT candidates. Many employers on the platform have prior experience with international students, which reduces friction during the hiring process. Filter by role type and work authorization to surface the most relevant opportunities for your OPT situation.
Does a social media role at a startup count toward my OPT employment requirement?
Yes, startup employment counts as long as the company is a legitimate U.S.-based employer and the role is directly related to your degree. Part-time roles also qualify if they meet the minimum hours threshold set by your school. Keep documentation such as an offer letter and employer contact information on file, as your DSO may request verification.
Can I apply for H-1B sponsorship from a social media role?
Yes, social media roles at qualifying employers can lead to H-1B visa sponsorship, particularly for positions classified as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Strategy, analytics, and paid media roles tend to have a stronger specialty occupation argument than generalist content creation. Discuss sponsorship intentions early in the interview process so both sides can assess fit.