Development Communications Manager

Seattle Symphony

Development Communications Manager facilitating fundraising campaigns for Seattle Symphony. Crafting donor communications and managing campaigns in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $32 - $35 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nonprofit fundraising communications, including drafting donor-centric content and managing campaign logistics. Proficient in project management and collaboration across teams to enhance donor engagement and support fundraising strategies.

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Fundraising CommunicationsDonor-Centric WritingProject ManagementCRM/Donor Database FamiliarityOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Fundraising CampaignsEmail MarketingMicrosoft OfficeProofreadingContent Drafting

Soft Skills

Collaborative MindsetStrong Organizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

AsanaTessituraProspect2ActiveCampaign

Industry Keywords

NonprofitDonor EngagementStewardship CommunicationsAudience Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in the planning and execution of fundraising communications at the direction of the Director of Strategic Communications
Draft communications that adhere to the established Seattle Symphony voice, including fundraising appeals, stewardship messages and campaign content across print and digital channels
Assist in implementing annual fundraising campaigns (e.g., GiveBIG, year-end and subscription appeals, etc.)
Manage day-to-day campaign logistics including creating communications, managing approvals, proofing and distribution across channels
Participate in maintaining and updating Development content in the Encore concert program, including stewardship and cultivation messaging
Work closely with in-house design team to project manage creation of fundraising assets from draft through final delivery
Contribute ideas for improving donor communications and strengthening engagement across audiences
Participate in cross-departmental communications and planning meetings
Maintain project tracking and organization through Asana and similar tools
Proofread and provide edits on organizational communications to ensure accuracy, quality and adherence to the Seattle Symphony’s style guide
Support events and concert duty as required, including evenings and weekends
Provide general support to the Development department as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit work, fundraising communications or a related field
Minimum 2 years of experience in a nonprofit fundraising or donor communications position
Familiarity with fundraising campaigns such as annual appeals, year-end giving, membership programs and stewardship communications
Excellent writing skills with experience drafting donor-centric communications (emails, letters and impact storytelling)
Familiarity with CRM/donor databases and email marketing platforms (e.g., Tessitura/Prospect2/ActiveCampaign)
Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to manage multiple deadlines, track details and support complex campaign schedules in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
Familiarity with project management tools such as Asana or similar platforms
Interest in fundraising strategy, donor psychology and audience engagement
A collaborative mindset and ability to work productively across diverse teams
Availability to work evenings and weekends for concerts and donor events

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (PPO, low deductible)
Employer paid Long-Term Disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
Employer paid ORCA pass for Metro, Sound Transit, the WA State ferries, or other public transport system
403b retirement savings plan with employer matching after 1 year
10 days of vacation time; 10 days of sick time
2 personal days
11 paid holidays per year
Your birthday off!
Employee Assistance Program