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Graphic Design Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, or a closely related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application before sponsoring, and your portfolio directly supports the specialty occupation case. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer, Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Graphic Design & Multimedia Production Specialist
Job Profile Title
Designer, Publications Senior
Job Description Summary
The Online Educational Initiatives team in the Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy (MEHP) is seeking a Graphic Design and Multimedia Production Specialist. The Graphic Design and Multimedia Production Specialist conveys the high-quality teaching and learning experience of online education from MEHP, including the Master of Health Care Innovation (MHCI) program. As an integral member of the MEHP Online team, they create online course components, design marketing and program materials, and curate the look and feel of the MHCI and related programs.
Job Description
The Graphic Design and Multimedia Production Specialist position conveys the high-quality teaching and learning experience of online education from the Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy, including the Master of Health Care Innovation program. The main areas of work are:
1) design and post-production of online course content, including lecture videos with slides, handouts, and LMS graphics; and
2) design of digital marketing materials. Print design, especially for program events, and asset curation are also required.
The specialist must be able to identify salient course concepts from an instructor’s script and raw video, then create multimedia content that clearly communicates faculty expertise and supports learning objectives through best practices in design and online education. Their work must meet accessibility and copyright requirements and adhere to style guidelines.
Design projects include graphics and post-production for videos in graduate online courses; course handouts; digital ads, email templates, and promotional materials; and collateral for program events and presentations.
As an integral member of the MEHP Online team, the specialist curates the look and feel of the MHCI and related programs. Their work reaches prospects, students, faculty, and University and industry leaders. The specialist collaborates with instructional design, marketing, and program directors, as well as with faculty and video producers. The successful candidate must respond to various styles and strengths of a cross-disciplinary faculty while adhering to standards and deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects.
To apply: Along with a résumé, candidates must submit a cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be reviewed. In your cover letter, briefly describe a professional situation when you did not receive all of the information you needed for a design project and your primary contact was busy. How did you manage the ambiguity? Also, explain your interest in this role.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$65,628.00 - $85,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
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Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
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Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
-
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
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Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
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Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
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Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
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Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
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University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
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Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
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Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
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Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
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Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer, Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Graphic Design & Multimedia Production Specialist
Job Profile Title
Designer, Publications Senior
Job Description Summary
The Online Educational Initiatives team in the Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy (MEHP) is seeking a Graphic Design and Multimedia Production Specialist. The Graphic Design and Multimedia Production Specialist conveys the high-quality teaching and learning experience of online education from MEHP, including the Master of Health Care Innovation (MHCI) program. As an integral member of the MEHP Online team, they create online course components, design marketing and program materials, and curate the look and feel of the MHCI and related programs.
Job Description
The Graphic Design and Multimedia Production Specialist position conveys the high-quality teaching and learning experience of online education from the Department of Medical Ethics and Health Policy, including the Master of Health Care Innovation program. The main areas of work are:
1) design and post-production of online course content, including lecture videos with slides, handouts, and LMS graphics; and
2) design of digital marketing materials. Print design, especially for program events, and asset curation are also required.
The specialist must be able to identify salient course concepts from an instructor’s script and raw video, then create multimedia content that clearly communicates faculty expertise and supports learning objectives through best practices in design and online education. Their work must meet accessibility and copyright requirements and adhere to style guidelines.
Design projects include graphics and post-production for videos in graduate online courses; course handouts; digital ads, email templates, and promotional materials; and collateral for program events and presentations.
As an integral member of the MEHP Online team, the specialist curates the look and feel of the MHCI and related programs. Their work reaches prospects, students, faculty, and University and industry leaders. The specialist collaborates with instructional design, marketing, and program directors, as well as with faculty and video producers. The successful candidate must respond to various styles and strengths of a cross-disciplinary faculty while adhering to standards and deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects.
To apply: Along with a résumé, candidates must submit a cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be reviewed. In your cover letter, briefly describe a professional situation when you did not receive all of the information you needed for a design project and your primary contact was busy. How did you manage the ambiguity? Also, explain your interest in this role.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$65,628.00 - $85,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
-
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
-
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
-
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
-
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
-
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
-
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
-
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
-
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
-
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
-
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
-
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
-
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Graphic Design Specialist
Frame your portfolio around degree relevance
Consular officers and USCIS adjudicators look for a direct link between your degree field and your design work. Organize your portfolio to show projects that required the theoretical knowledge your degree covers, not just aesthetic output.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing wage for your location and role. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the graphic designer occupation category before negotiating, so you know the floor the employer must meet.
Target studios that have filed LCAs before
Design agencies and in-house creative teams that have filed Labor Condition Applications for graphic design roles are far more likely to sponsor again. Use Migrate Mate to browse employers with verified LCA filing history for this role type.
Distinguish your specialty within graphic design
Broad 'graphic designer' titles face heavier USCIS scrutiny on specialty occupation. If your work centers on UX systems, motion graphics, or brand identity strategy, make that specialization explicit in your job title and offer letter to strengthen the petition.
Get your foreign degree evaluated before applying
Australian, European, and other three-year design degrees often need a credential evaluation to confirm U.S. bachelor's equivalency. Submit a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before your employer files the I-129, not after an RFE arrives.
Understand the LCA timeline relative to your start date
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but your employer still needs to post the LCA notice at the worksite for ten business days before filing the I-129 with USCIS. Build at least three weeks of buffer between your offer acceptance and your planned start date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Graphic Design Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like graphic design, visual communications, or fine arts. Generic postings that accept any degree, or no degree, weaken the case. Roles at studios, tech companies, or brand agencies with defined design systems are stronger candidates than broadly scoped generalist positions.
What visa options exist for Graphic Design Specialists beyond the H-1B?
Australian citizens can apply for the E-3 visa, which has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been exhausted and requires no lottery. Chilean and Singaporean nationals may qualify for the H-1B1 visa. Canadian and Mexican nationals can explore TN visa status if graphic design appears on the USMCA profession list applicable to their case. F-1 students can also work under OPT or STEM OPT if their degree qualifies.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor graphic design roles?
Browse Migrate Mate to search employers with verified sponsorship history for graphic design and visual communications roles. The platform shows companies that have filed LCAs for this role type, so you're targeting employers who have already navigated the process rather than starting cold with HR departments unfamiliar with design visa sponsorship.
Will my overseas design portfolio count as work experience for visa purposes?
Yes, but it needs to be documented carefully. Freelance, agency, and in-house design work completed abroad supports both your specialty occupation argument and any experience-based degree equivalency claim. Each role should have a dated letter from a former employer or client describing your responsibilities, the tools you used, and the scope of projects, since USCIS may request this during adjudication.
Does the type of employer affect my H-1B sponsorship chances as a graphic designer?
Yes. Universities, nonprofits, and government research organizations are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery cycle. For cap-subject employers, the H-1B is subject to an annual cap and selection process whose rules have changed recently. Design roles at smaller studios or startups also face more scrutiny on specialty occupation than the same title at a large tech company with established design functions.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Graphic Design Specialist 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.