Senior Communications Coordinator

Job Posting Title: Senior Communications Coordinator ---- Hiring Department: University Development Office ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: About The University of Texas at Austin What starts here changes the world. The University of Texas at Austin, founded in 1883, ranks among the best universities in the world. With 76 programs ranked in the top 10, UT Austin is the #1 public university in Texas and the #7 public university in the nation. Like the state it calls home, The University of Texas at Austin is a bold, ambitious leader supporting more than 55,000 students, 4,750 faculty, 15,000 staff and top national programs across 18 colleges and schools. Amid the backdrop of Austin, Texas, a city recognized for its creative and entrepreneurial spirit, the University provides a place to explore countless opportunities for tomorrow’s artists, scientists, athletes, doctors, entrepreneurs and engineers. Learn more about UT’s mission and values and leadership . Why Join Texas Development? The University of Texas at Austin is a thriving hub of learning and discovery that anchors our city and enables excellence and innovation on the highest level. And it’s only possible because generous supporters believe in the power and promise of our state’s flagship university to change the world. With more than $6 billion raised in the What Starts Here campaign, Texas Development is quickly becoming one of the best fundraising programs in public higher education. Texas Development is a dynamic community of 500+ fundraising professionals across the Forty Acres. We strive to reach the highest levels of achievement and success in all that we do by creating meaningful and powerful experiences for our donors. Follow your passion, grow your career and help us change the world . Benefits The University provides a competitive benefits package that includes insurance and retirement benefits in addition to other programs and services. Texas Development supports growth by offering professional development opportunities that help every team member accomplish their goals, enrich their skillset and deepen their engagement with UT. Purpose Under the direction of the Director of Marketing and Communications, the Senior Communications Coordinator is a seasoned, highly skilled storyteller who will lead development of strategic content and oversee marketing and communications efforts that generate leads for teams within University Development. They will guide the creation of high-quality print and digital fundraising collateral including campaign materials, magazine and newsletter articles, donor stories, impact reports, video scripts and event materials – and serve as liaison between University Development and University Marketing and Communications. Bringing strategic judgment and editorial leadership to every project, they will drive storytelling that inspires, acknowledges and promotes philanthropy at The University of Texas at Austin. 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. Take full ownership of all marketing deliverables for key Development Events (e.g. Texas Leadership Society Luncheon), from concept through execution. This includes creation of all content such as speaker talking points, marketing materials, and save-the-date messages. Serve as liaison with the Events Team. Develop university-wide story collection and cataloging, and author original content to support key fundraising campaigns. Mentor and provide editorial guidance to colleagues, elevating the quality and consistency of the team's storytelling. Write and post content for Development's digital properties, including giving.utexas.edu, ensuring consistent voice and messaging. Serve as a liaison with University Communications to secure placement of Development stories across UT’s main channels. Serve as in-house editor and set the editorial standard: edit and proof development materials, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy, clarity and brand voice. Partner with the Annual Giving team to edit and refine campaign materials. Ensure consistent, brand-compliant use of campaign messaging and UT branding across all touchpoints. Additional duties as assigned. Salary $75,000+ depending on qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree with major coursework in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing or related field. Five years of progressively responsible experience in communications, writing/editing, marketing or general communications, including experience leading projects or mentoring junior team members. Experience developing content strategy for multi-channel fundraising campaigns.  Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the judgme