Coordinator, Development Communications

Job Title

Coordinator, Development Communications

Intercollegiate Athletics

All Applicants

40

Exempt from FLSA

Jul 06, 2026

Expected to Continue

UT MAIN CAMPUS

This position will lead and execute strategic digital and print communications initiatives that align with Longhorn Foundation marketing, engagement, fundraising, and member solicitation efforts. The role develops and delivers compelling, multi‑channel campaigns that engage more than 26,000 Longhorn Foundation members, strengthening donor relationships and advancing philanthropic support for Texas Athletics. It also serves as the primary liaison between the Longhorn Foundation and the Marketing & Creative Services team, driving the development of innovative fundraising communications, donor‑focused storytelling, and integrated marketing strategies.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications and engagement strategy for the Longhorn Foundation, focusing on increasing awareness of Foundation priorities and philanthropic interests across various platforms.

• Create, implement, and manage content and stories, including email marketing, social media, video, print materials, and website content. Ensure consistent production of new content.

• Develop and manage a comprehensive social media strategy, creating engaging daily content, growing follower base, and using analytics to produce data‑driven insights for future strategy.

• Lead creative communications initiatives, collaborating with marketing and creative services to develop graphic design needs for print and digital collateral, web and video content, newsletters, and digital media. Maintain Longhorn Foundation brand guidelines.

• Partner with the Annual Fund team to execute the annual giving calendar and ticket‑related communications. Support donor relations and special events with event invitation, RSVP, and related communications development.

• Serve as project manager for all creative projects and Foundation email marketing, partnering with the email marketing team to ensure timely delivery.

• Assist with gameday hospitality and special events as needed.

• Assist with scripting speaking points, speech writing, presentations, and public announcements.

• Assist T Association with communications, marketing, and social media.

• Other related functions as assigned.

• Consistently exemplify the core values and quality service standards of Texas Athletics, act ethically, seek guidance when needed, and comply with all applicable laws, policies, and regulations.

• Bachelor's degree.

• Two years' experience in marketing, communications, or related functions in higher education, non‑profit, and/or intercollegiate athletics.

• Experience executing strategic marketing and communications efforts, including email marketing, social media, web, and print campaigns.

• Demonstrated success in the field.

• Experience with project management and ability to create light graphical elements.

• Ability to work in a team environment where both individual and team efforts drive success.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and a high standard of excellence.

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office software.

• Three or more years' experience in executing marketing and communications efforts specifically for development and fundraising in higher education and/or collegiate athletics.

• Experience designing and producing written materials for donor audiences.

• Familiarity with Texas Athletics internal and external constituents.

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Adobe Suite software.

• Project management software familiarity.

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. Applicants must provide a current three‑year driving record. Non‑Texas residents must obtain a Texas driver's license within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.

OPEN

• May work in all weather conditions.

• May work around standard office conditions.

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

• Use of…