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Communications Directors typically qualify for H-1B or O-1A visas, as the role meets the specialty occupation standard through its degree requirements in communications, public relations, or journalism. Sponsorship is available but competitive, employers prioritize candidates with demonstrated leadership and media strategy experience. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Founded in 2008, Cardlytics (NASDAQ: CDLX) is the industry-leading purchase intelligence and incentives platform. We make commerce smarter and more rewarding for everyone by helping businesses attract, understand, and incentivize consumers through our partners' digital reward programs. Join us on our mission to make commerce smarter and more rewarding for everyone!
Role Summary
Cardlytics is looking for a Communications Director to lead both internal and external communications, reporting into the People organization. This role will serve as a strategic communications partner to leadership owning the company narrative across employees, media and external stakeholders.
This is a hands-on, senior individual contributor role responsible for shaping the story of Cardlytics during an important period of focus and execution. The ideal candidate is a versatile communicator who can move seamlessly between executive messaging, employee communications, media relations and strategic narrative development.
You will partner closely with the CEO, executive team, and People organization to ensure the company’s strategy, culture and business priorities are communicated clearly, consistently and credibly inside and outside the company.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Internal Communications
- Serve as a strategic communications partner to the CEO and leadership team.
- Develop and manage internal communications that promote transparency, alignment, and engagement.
- Craft executive messaging for All Hands meetings, company announcements, organizational updates, and cultural initiatives.
- Oversee internal channels and intranet content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and relevance.
- Establish communication standards that reinforce clarity and alignment across the organization.
External Communications
- Lead PR strategy and external storytelling that amplifies Cardlytics’ business priorities and brand presence.
- Build and manage relationships with key media, respond to press inquiries, and proactively pitch thought leadership opportunities.
- Prepare high-impact materials including press releases, blogs, executive bylines, and key announcements.
- Partner with Investor Relations and Finance on earnings communications and major corporate milestones.
- Monitor coverage and industry trends to identify opportunities and mitigate potential risks.
Digital & Corporate Presence
- Oversee messaging across the corporate website and social channels to ensure consistency with brand and leadership communications.
- Partner with creative and development teams to maintain a cohesive, engaging corporate presence.
- Manage communication templates, content updates, and design partnerships as needed.
You Are
- A strategic storyteller and experienced communicator who excels at both planning and execution.
- A trusted advisor to leadership, offering a clear, candid perspective on messaging and narrative.
- A strong writer who simplifies complex topics for diverse audiences.
- Highly organized and proactive, able to manage multiple high-visibility projects in a fast-paced environment.
- A collaborative partner who quickly builds trust across teams.
You Have
- 10+ years of experience in corporate communications.
- Experience in public or high-growth technology companies.
- Proven success managing media relations and press outreach.
- A strong portfolio showcasing internal communications, executive messaging, and external content.
- Familiarity with investor or financial communications (plus).
- Experience managing corporate web or social channels (plus).
Technical Environment
We primarily use macOS and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides). While our preferred platform is macOS, we support both macOS and Windows. Familiarity with or willingness to work within this environment is required.
Core Values
Our shared values are the driving force behind everything we do. Across all roles, we are looking for teammates who embody these values:
- Customer and partner first
- Act with urgency and focus
- Integrity with our partners and data
- Accountability even when challenged
- Empowerment over hierarchy
- Growth over comfort
Benefits and Perks
- Flexible paid time off plus company holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance begins on your first day
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match, plan also includes a student loan debt repayment option
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Educational assistance for continuing education
- Lifestyle Spending Account for physical, emotional, and financial wellness (like gym memberships, home down payments, art classes, park passes, and more!)
- Complimentary Calm app subscriptions to support employee mental health and wellbeing
As an equal opportunity employer, Cardlytics is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our people bring our products and organization to life, and every unique perspective makes us better. If you can do the job and you’re excited about growing with us as we scale our best-in-class advertising platform, we’d love to hear from you. If you need accommodation in the recruiting process due to a disability, please email recruiting@cardlytics.com or inform your recruiter.
About Cardlytics
Founded in 2008, Cardlytics (NASDAQ: CDLX) is the industry-leading purchase intelligence and incentives platform. We make commerce smarter and more rewarding for everyone by helping businesses attract, understand, and incentivize consumers through our partners' digital reward programs. Join us on our mission to make commerce smarter and more rewarding for everyone!
Role Summary
Cardlytics is looking for a Communications Director to lead both internal and external communications, reporting into the People organization. This role will serve as a strategic communications partner to leadership owning the company narrative across employees, media and external stakeholders.
This is a hands-on, senior individual contributor role responsible for shaping the story of Cardlytics during an important period of focus and execution. The ideal candidate is a versatile communicator who can move seamlessly between executive messaging, employee communications, media relations and strategic narrative development.
You will partner closely with the CEO, executive team, and People organization to ensure the company’s strategy, culture and business priorities are communicated clearly, consistently and credibly inside and outside the company.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Internal Communications
- Serve as a strategic communications partner to the CEO and leadership team.
- Develop and manage internal communications that promote transparency, alignment, and engagement.
- Craft executive messaging for All Hands meetings, company announcements, organizational updates, and cultural initiatives.
- Oversee internal channels and intranet content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and relevance.
- Establish communication standards that reinforce clarity and alignment across the organization.
External Communications
- Lead PR strategy and external storytelling that amplifies Cardlytics’ business priorities and brand presence.
- Build and manage relationships with key media, respond to press inquiries, and proactively pitch thought leadership opportunities.
- Prepare high-impact materials including press releases, blogs, executive bylines, and key announcements.
- Partner with Investor Relations and Finance on earnings communications and major corporate milestones.
- Monitor coverage and industry trends to identify opportunities and mitigate potential risks.
Digital & Corporate Presence
- Oversee messaging across the corporate website and social channels to ensure consistency with brand and leadership communications.
- Partner with creative and development teams to maintain a cohesive, engaging corporate presence.
- Manage communication templates, content updates, and design partnerships as needed.
You Are
- A strategic storyteller and experienced communicator who excels at both planning and execution.
- A trusted advisor to leadership, offering a clear, candid perspective on messaging and narrative.
- A strong writer who simplifies complex topics for diverse audiences.
- Highly organized and proactive, able to manage multiple high-visibility projects in a fast-paced environment.
- A collaborative partner who quickly builds trust across teams.
You Have
- 10+ years of experience in corporate communications.
- Experience in public or high-growth technology companies.
- Proven success managing media relations and press outreach.
- A strong portfolio showcasing internal communications, executive messaging, and external content.
- Familiarity with investor or financial communications (plus).
- Experience managing corporate web or social channels (plus).
Technical Environment
We primarily use macOS and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides). While our preferred platform is macOS, we support both macOS and Windows. Familiarity with or willingness to work within this environment is required.
Core Values
Our shared values are the driving force behind everything we do. Across all roles, we are looking for teammates who embody these values:
- Customer and partner first
- Act with urgency and focus
- Integrity with our partners and data
- Accountability even when challenged
- Empowerment over hierarchy
- Growth over comfort
Benefits and Perks
- Flexible paid time off plus company holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance begins on your first day
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match, plan also includes a student loan debt repayment option
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Educational assistance for continuing education
- Lifestyle Spending Account for physical, emotional, and financial wellness (like gym memberships, home down payments, art classes, park passes, and more!)
- Complimentary Calm app subscriptions to support employee mental health and wellbeing
As an equal opportunity employer, Cardlytics is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our people bring our products and organization to life, and every unique perspective makes us better. If you can do the job and you’re excited about growing with us as we scale our best-in-class advertising platform, we’d love to hear from you. If you need accommodation in the recruiting process due to a disability, please email recruiting@cardlytics.com or inform your recruiter.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Communications Director
Emphasize your degree field, not just your title
H-1B approval for Communications Directors hinges on proving the role requires a specific degree. Highlight your communications, journalism, or PR degree prominently, generalist degrees in unrelated fields can complicate the specialty occupation determination.
Target organizations with established PR and comms infrastructure
Large corporations, universities, nonprofits, and government contractors are more likely to have immigration counsel on retainer and experience sponsoring senior communications roles. Startups rarely have the infrastructure to manage an H-1B petition efficiently.
Position your media relationships as a strategic asset
Employers weigh visa costs against candidate value. Concrete examples, media placements secured, crisis campaigns managed, outlets you have working relationships with, make the sponsorship investment easier for hiring managers to justify internally.
Understand the H-1B lottery timeline before you apply
H-1B registration opens each March for an October 1 start date. If you miss selection, explore cap-exempt employers like nonprofits or research institutions, which can file year-round without lottery constraints, relevant for many communications roles.
Consider O-1A if you have exceptional recognition
Communications Directors with published work, major awards, significant media coverage, or roles at nationally recognized organizations may qualify for O-1A status, which bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely and can be filed at any time of year.
Prepare documentation that connects your experience to the job requirements
USCIS reviews whether the specific position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Job descriptions, internal org charts, and employer letters explaining why advanced communications expertise is essential all strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Communications Director role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Generally yes, if the employer can demonstrate the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing. The challenge arises when job descriptions list broad qualifications, USCIS has denied petitions where any bachelor's degree was accepted. The employer's attorney should draft the job description carefully to emphasize the field-specific requirement.
Which visa types are most commonly used to sponsor Communications Directors?
H-1B is the most common path. O-1A is a strong alternative for candidates with exceptional recognition, think major awards, significant press coverage about you personally, or senior roles at nationally prominent organizations. Australians should also explore the E-3 visa, which functions like the H-1B but has no lottery and far lower competition for available slots.
How can I find Communications Director roles on Migrate Mate that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles where employers have indicated willingness to sponsor. You can browse Communications Director positions and related senior comms roles directly on the platform, which is built specifically for international candidates navigating the U.S. visa sponsorship process, unlike general job boards that don't filter for sponsorship.
Does my degree field matter for Communications Director visa sponsorship?
Yes, significantly. H-1B approval depends on establishing that the role requires a degree in a specific discipline. Communications, journalism, public relations, and marketing degrees align most directly. A degree in an unrelated field, even combined with years of relevant experience, can make the specialty occupation argument harder to win, though a strong employer letter and well-drafted petition can sometimes bridge the gap.
Can a nonprofit or university sponsor a Communications Director without the H-1B lottery?
Yes. Nonprofits affiliated with higher education institutions, government research organizations, and certain other qualifying employers are cap-exempt under the H-1B rules. That means they can file an H-1B petition year-round, outside the annual lottery. Communications Directors at universities, research hospitals, or affiliated nonprofits are often sponsored this way, making those employers strategically valuable targets for international candidates.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Communications Director jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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