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Graphic designers pursuing US work authorization have multiple visa pathways depending on their career stage and recognition level. Beyond the standard H-1B route requiring a bachelor's degree in visual communication or a related field, exceptionally accomplished designers may qualify for the O-1B visa for individuals with extraordinary ability in the arts.
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Patrick Industries, a publicly traded company headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, invites you to join a team of dedicated Team Members who are passionate about delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. As a leading solutions provider serving a diverse range of markets across the United States, our commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability has positioned us as a high growth, diversified and empowered Team of more than 10,000! Your adventure awaits!
Gravure Ink, a division of Patrick Industries, is growing and looking to add a Graphic Designer to their growing team. The Graphic Designer is part of a team of Surface Designers that work closely with the Sales and Production teams of the business to develop in trend designs that appeal to customer needs as well as the manufacturing process. This position is in office setting with a smaller size team of individuals.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Trend Analysis:
- Create new products using existing Gravure designs to adhere to upcoming market trends
- Build trend reports and host meetings to review reports with team members
- Proposing design shows/conventions in order to grow design book of business
- Researching resources to find design vendors for veneer, fabric, and other materials
Product Development:
- Collaborate with Sales and Design Team based on customer feedback
- Present a range of new designs/concepts based on trend analysis and market needs
- Prioritize projects to ensure deadlines and customer needs are met
- Archive and maintain files for product development and correspondence with clients
- Collaborate with Production Development Team to ensure needs/standards are met
- Scanning textile, stone, and wood grains to aid in pattern development. Separate according to manufacturing needs
- Utilize various techniques to create new designs using graphic resources
- Review final layouts and suggest improvements
Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum of 3 years in related field as a surface/textile designer
- Professional knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite
- Knowledge of AVA CAD CAM is a plus
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook and Excel
- Knowledge of spot color separation is a plus
- Pre-press knowledge is a plus
- MAC and PC workstation capabilities
- Able and willing to expand knowledge as technology advances
- Strong interest in interior design
- Organized and proactive to overcome issues that arise
- Confident in making decisions on color and aesthetic prior to presenting to Sales
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to handle fast paced environment with deadlines
- Ability to multitask and jump on projects as they occur
- Highly motivated and upbeat attitude, willing to take on challenges and work independently or in a team setting to achieve goals
- Ability to accept criticism
- Ability to build professional relationships with internal employees, external customers, and vendors
- Align with Patrick Industries “BETTER Together” mentality by pursuing Balance, Excellence, Trust, Teamwork, Empowerment, and Respect within the organization
At Patrick Industries, BETTER Together is our commitment to being our best while striving to bring out the best in one another as we join forces Individually, as Teams, with our Business Units, with our Customers, our Communities and within our entire Patrick family.
Patrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location:
Elkhart, Indiana, US, 46516
Work Arrangement: on-site
Business Unit: Gravure Ink Design
Nearest Major Market: Elkhart
Nearest Secondary Market: South Bend
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Graphic Designer
Build a case for the O-1B visa
USCIS has historically questioned whether graphic design qualifies as an H-1B specialty occupation. The O-1B visa for individuals with extraordinary ability in the arts can be a stronger path - awards from AIGA, D&AD, or the Type Directors Club, published work, and high-profile clients all support the petition.
Target senior and lead design roles
Entry-level graphic design positions are harder to sponsor because USCIS may argue the role doesn't require a specific bachelor's degree. Senior, lead, or art director positions with complex brand strategy responsibilities make a much stronger specialty occupation case.
Document your published work and notable clients
For an O-1B petition, you need evidence of distinction in your field. A portfolio featuring work for recognized brands, published pieces in major outlets, or exhibition history provides the kind of documentation immigration attorneys can use to build your case.
Expand into motion design and interactive media
Motion graphics, interactive design, and 3D visualization push your role beyond traditional graphic design into areas USCIS is more likely to recognize as requiring specialized training. These skills also align with higher-paying roles that justify sponsorship costs.
Pursue design roles at tech companies
Visual and brand designers at companies like Apple, Google, Airbnb, and Spotify work on complex design systems requiring specialized expertise. Tech companies have established immigration processes and are more likely to have dedicated legal teams for visa filings.
Win or judge recognized design competitions
Awards and jury participation at competitions like AIGA 50 Books/50 Covers, Communication Arts, and the Webby Awards serve as evidence for O-1B petitions. Even being shortlisted or selected as a judge demonstrates the peer recognition USCIS looks for.
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Can graphic designers qualify for the O-1B extraordinary ability visa?
Yes. The O-1B visa is available to individuals with extraordinary ability in the arts, which includes graphic design. Qualifying evidence includes nationally or internationally recognized design awards, published work in major design outlets, or a leading role at a distinguished design organization. Unlike the H-1B, the O-1B has no annual cap, no lottery, and does not require a bachelor's degree, making it an excellent pathway for accomplished designers with strong professional recognition.
Can a strong portfolio substitute for a design degree in H-1B sponsorship?
A portfolio alone does not satisfy the H-1B bachelor's degree requirement. However, designers without a four-year degree can demonstrate equivalency through a combination of formal coursework, professional certifications, and progressive work experience, evaluated by a credential assessment service. The general rule is three years of specialized experience for each year of missing education. The O-1B visa is often a better fit for self-taught designers who have built exceptional portfolios and documented professional recognition.
Is motion graphics or UI design easier to sponsor than print design?
Motion graphics and UI design roles tend to have stronger H-1B petition outcomes because they involve technical tools and platforms (After Effects, Figma, prototyping software) that more clearly require specialized training. USCIS evaluates whether the role demands degree-level expertise, and digitally technical design disciplines are easier to tie to a specific academic field. Print design roles can still qualify, but the employer needs to clearly document the specialized knowledge required beyond general artistic ability.
Do design awards strengthen a graphic designer's visa case?
For O-1B petitions, design awards are one of the most powerful pieces of evidence. Awards from recognized organizations like Red Dot, iF Design, D&AD, Communication Arts, or AIGA directly satisfy the O-1B criteria for nationally or internationally recognized prizes. For H-1B petitions, awards do not directly affect the outcome, but they can serve as supporting evidence that the role requires an exceptional level of specialized expertise.
Which types of design companies sponsor graphic designers most often?
Technology companies with in-house design teams are the most active sponsors, including firms like Apple, Google, Adobe, and Squarespace. Large advertising and branding agencies (Pentagram, IDEO, R/GA) also sponsor, though agency roles may be more project-dependent. Consumer product companies and media organizations round out the landscape. Smaller studios and freelance arrangements rarely lead to sponsorship because the employer must demonstrate a permanent, full-time need for the role.
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