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Strategic Business Development jobs on OPT require employers to support your work authorization, which most established companies can do without H-1B visa sponsorship during your OPT period. STEM OPT extensions apply if your degree is in a qualifying field like data analytics, computer science, or economics, giving you up to three years to build your career in this role.
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Are you interested in shaping the future of movies and television? Do you want to define the next generation of how and what Amazon customers are watching? Prime Video is one of the leading digital video services on the Internet today, and we're just getting started changing the way millions of people enjoy content. Now available in more than 240 countries and territories, Prime Video offers customers the broadest selection of any on-demand video service.
Amazon MGM Studios is the movies and television development and production arm of Amazon. It is our role to produce and acquire content in service of Amazon’s Prime Video customers globally, including popular Amazon MGM Original titles such as Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, The Boys, Fallout, and Idea of You, as well as recent theatrical releases Project Hail Mary, Accountant 2, and Challengers. We need your passion, innovative ideas, and creativity to continue to scale this program and take us to new heights.
The Global Strategy and Business Development team is seeking a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and strategic thinker to join as a Strategy Manager in Culver City. This role will play a crucial part in shaping the future of Amazon MGM Studios by helping evaluate and execute strategic initiatives and drive key business decisions. This professional should have a strong background in strategic analysis, business development, and a deep understanding of the media and entertainment landscape. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex problems, works effectively with cross-functional teams, and thrives in a fast-paced setting that is constantly evolving.
Key job responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate business development, growth initiatives, and strategic partnerships for Amazon MGM Studios.
- Support long-term strategic planning for Amazon MGM, including new business models and cross-functional opportunities.
- Author business-driving documents that surface key learnings and provide recommendations for our go-forward content offering.
- Conduct analysis to support strategy documents on theatrical film content investments, slate strategy, business planning, and distribution analysis; monitor slate performance and understand sources of variance.
- Conduct industry research and identify box office trends and opportunities to inform movie investment decisions and slate strategy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, marketing, content, operations, and other Amazon entertainment portfolio teams to drive strategic projects from concept to execution.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4-year degree in a relevant field.
- 3+ years of experience in strategy consulting, investment banking, corporate development, or a similar role within the media and entertainment industry.
- Proven analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data and provide actionable recommendations.
- Demonstrated experience in financial modeling, forecasting, analysis, and financial reporting.
- Experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions. Candidates must be highly proficient in Excel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic role with a focus on media and entertainment.
- Ability to work effectively with a high degree of autonomy.
- Passion for the evolving media landscape and the business of entertainment.
- Meets/exceeds Amazon’s leadership principles requirements for this role.
- Meets/exceeds Amazon’s functional/technical depth and complexity requirements for this role.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Culver City - 80,300.00 - 140,500.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Are you interested in shaping the future of movies and television? Do you want to define the next generation of how and what Amazon customers are watching? Prime Video is one of the leading digital video services on the Internet today, and we're just getting started changing the way millions of people enjoy content. Now available in more than 240 countries and territories, Prime Video offers customers the broadest selection of any on-demand video service.
Amazon MGM Studios is the movies and television development and production arm of Amazon. It is our role to produce and acquire content in service of Amazon’s Prime Video customers globally, including popular Amazon MGM Original titles such as Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, The Boys, Fallout, and Idea of You, as well as recent theatrical releases Project Hail Mary, Accountant 2, and Challengers. We need your passion, innovative ideas, and creativity to continue to scale this program and take us to new heights.
The Global Strategy and Business Development team is seeking a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and strategic thinker to join as a Strategy Manager in Culver City. This role will play a crucial part in shaping the future of Amazon MGM Studios by helping evaluate and execute strategic initiatives and drive key business decisions. This professional should have a strong background in strategic analysis, business development, and a deep understanding of the media and entertainment landscape. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex problems, works effectively with cross-functional teams, and thrives in a fast-paced setting that is constantly evolving.
Key job responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate business development, growth initiatives, and strategic partnerships for Amazon MGM Studios.
- Support long-term strategic planning for Amazon MGM, including new business models and cross-functional opportunities.
- Author business-driving documents that surface key learnings and provide recommendations for our go-forward content offering.
- Conduct analysis to support strategy documents on theatrical film content investments, slate strategy, business planning, and distribution analysis; monitor slate performance and understand sources of variance.
- Conduct industry research and identify box office trends and opportunities to inform movie investment decisions and slate strategy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, marketing, content, operations, and other Amazon entertainment portfolio teams to drive strategic projects from concept to execution.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4-year degree in a relevant field.
- 3+ years of experience in strategy consulting, investment banking, corporate development, or a similar role within the media and entertainment industry.
- Proven analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data and provide actionable recommendations.
- Demonstrated experience in financial modeling, forecasting, analysis, and financial reporting.
- Experience using complex modeling and analysis to inform key business decisions. Candidates must be highly proficient in Excel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic role with a focus on media and entertainment.
- Ability to work effectively with a high degree of autonomy.
- Passion for the evolving media landscape and the business of entertainment.
- Meets/exceeds Amazon’s leadership principles requirements for this role.
- Meets/exceeds Amazon’s functional/technical depth and complexity requirements for this role.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Culver City - 80,300.00 - 140,500.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Strategic Business Development
Lead with your OPT timeline upfront
Tell recruiters your OPT start date and remaining authorization window in your first message. Business development hiring moves fast, and clarity on your timeline prevents wasted interviews and builds trust with hiring managers early in the process.
Target companies with international revenue
Companies operating across borders already understand work authorization complexity. If a firm has international clients, global partnerships, or cross-border sales teams, they're far more likely to be comfortable hiring and eventually sponsoring an OPT employee in a BD role.
Quantify pipeline and revenue impact on your resume
Business development hires are judged on commercial outcomes. Include specific metrics like deals closed, partnerships initiated, or revenue contributed. Concrete numbers make your profile harder to pass over, even when employers weigh your authorization status alongside other candidates.
Pursue STEM OPT if your degree qualifies
Degrees in data analytics, economics, finance, or computer science often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. That extension gives employers a longer runway before H-1B visa sponsorship is needed, which meaningfully reduces friction during the hiring conversation.
Focus on mid-sized companies, not just large enterprises
Mid-sized companies in growth mode often have the most urgent BD needs and fewer bureaucratic layers around hiring decisions. They're more likely to move quickly, sponsor OPT, and offer real responsibility rather than placing you on a structured rotation program.
Position yourself around a specific vertical or market
Generic BD candidates are easy to pass over. Specializing in a vertical, such as SaaS, fintech, healthcare technology, or supply chain, makes you a more compelling hire. Employers in those spaces see your domain knowledge as reducing onboarding time and increasing early impact.
Strategic Business Development OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work in Strategic Business Development on OPT?
Yes. Strategic Business Development roles qualify for OPT work authorization as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. Your degree doesn't need to say 'business development' exactly, but there must be a clear connection between your academic background and the role's core responsibilities, such as strategy, analysis, market research, or commercial operations.
Does my degree need to match the business development role for OPT eligibility?
It needs to be reasonably related, not identical. A business, economics, marketing, or management degree has a straightforward connection to BD work. Engineering or computer science degrees can also qualify if the role involves technical product sales or technology partnerships. Your Designated School Official can confirm whether a specific position meets the relatedness requirement before you accept an offer.
How do I find Strategic Business Development jobs that support OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, so you can focus on employers already open to hiring on OPT. Searching there saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering authorization issues deep in the interview process.
Does a STEM degree help me get a longer OPT period for BD roles?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, data science, economics, or engineering, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Many business development roles, particularly in technology companies, can qualify under STEM OPT if your employer enrolls in E-Verify and the job involves analytical or technical components.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I switch from one BD job to another?
You can change employers on OPT, but you must update your employer information with your DSO and ensure the new role still relates to your field of study. There's no grace period for job changes during OPT the way there is for unemployment, so timing matters. Starting the update process with your DSO as soon as you accept a new offer reduces any gaps in authorization.