Senior Communications Lead — Donor Storytelling & Content

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Senior Communications Coordinator to lead development content and oversee marketing communications that drive donor engagement. You will guide print and digital fundraising materials, donor stories, impact reports, and event materials, partnering with University Marketing and Communications to ensure brand voice.

Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications, you’ll manage freelance teams, mentor colleagues, and shape editorial standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing or related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in communications, writing/editing, marketing or general communications.
• Experience developing content strategy for multi-channel fundraising campaigns.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the judgment to represent the university at an executive level.
• Proven ability to lead, prioritize and manage multiple high-priority projects that consistently meet deadlines and budget.
• Proven ability to write clear, concise, accurate and compelling donor-centric content.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AP Style.

Responsibilities

• Lead story ideation and interview strategy, directing and creating the development of content for all forms and channels of development communications.
• Lead and oversee assignments to freelance writers and photographers, from brief through final delivery.
• Cultivate a university-wide network of campus communicators to source stories for inclusion in key publications.
• Own the approval process, serving as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders.
• Work with Director to develop and maintain editorial calendar that aligns with strategic priorities.
• Partner with the design team to source and curate photo assets that elevate donor storytelling.
• Write content for impact reports that thank and steward donors, reinforcing the university’s culture of philanthropy.
• Serve as lead writer and editor for Grateful and the biannual Texas Leader magazine, including content development from concept through publication and direction of in-house submissions and editorial direction for both publications.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Editorial leadership

Project management

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

AP Style

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Senior Communications Coordinator to lead development content and oversee marketing communications that drive donor engagement. You will guide print and digital fundraising materials, donor stories, impact reports, and event materials, partnering with University Marketing and Communications to ensure brand voice.

Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications, you’ll manage freelance teams, mentor colleagues, and shape editorial standards