Development & Communications Coordinator — Grants & Outreach

Playbill, Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

coLAB Arts in New Brunswick, NJ, seeks a Development and Communications Coordinator for an on-site role to lead external communications and fundraising initiatives. The position supports leadership, coordinates with the marketing partner, and oversees grant applications and donor relations to advance socially engaged arts programming and community impact.

You will manage timelines, gather materials, and help develop website content and newsletters while fostering partnerships with organizations

Qualifications

• Strong communication and fundraising writing experience in arts or nonprofit environments.
• Experience with grant applications and donor communications.
• Familiar with CRM systems, Google Workspace, and data management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with contracted marketing partner on deadlines and deliverables.
• Draft press releases and manage media contacts; update calendar placements.
• Cultivate partnerships for project outreach and community engagement.
• Coordinate donor management, fundraising campaigns, and annual campaigns.
• Prepare and revise grant applications in collaboration with staff.
• Develop website content and newsletters; oversee bi-weekly distribution.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excel

CRM systems

G-Suite

Google Drive

Chatbots

Time management

Education

B.A. degree or equivalent

Job description

coLAB Arts in New Brunswick, NJ, seeks a Development and Communications Coordinator for an on-site role to lead external communications and fundraising initiatives. The position supports leadership, coordinates with the marketing partner, and oversees grant applications and donor relations to advance socially engaged arts programming and community impact.

You will manage timelines, gather materials, and help develop website content and newsletters while fostering partnerships with organizations