Employment Opportunities

Development and Communications Coordinator

Part-Time, October 2025 start date

Position Overview

The Ely Center of Contemporary Art seeks an enterprising Development and Communications and Coordinator to augment our initiatives, serving as the primary liaison between the organization and our external community. This hands-on role combines marketing, PR and fundraising. The Communications and Development Coordinator will create and execute digital and print campaigns that promote our programming and cultivate philanthropic support, while working hand-in-hand with the Gallery Director to ensure sustainable growth and enhanced visibility for the organization. ECOCA is dedicated to presenting contemporary art exhibitions and events that are inclusive, diverse, and promote dialogue around global and community issues.

Reports to: Board
Annual Salary: This is a part time job, hybrid location, salary is commensurate with experience
Hours: Approx. 20 hours/week. The position will begin in October with a trial period through December 31, 2025.

Development & Fundraising (50%).

  • Maintain and develop the grants calendar and complete grant reporting on schedule.

  • Manage donor database and coordinate with our Bookkeeper and Treasurer to ensure accurate gift processing and donor acknowledgment systems

  • Help ideate, plan, and execute creative pathways to cultivate and deepen relationships with donors, including face-to-face meetings with donors and prospects  

  • Work with the Board and Gallery Director to design and execute fundraising goals and collaborate with the fundraising committee to plan and execute events such as our benefit auction, donor gatherings, and stewardship activities. 

Marketing & Communications (50%)

  • Manage digital marketing initiatives including website content, social media platforms, email campaigns, paid online advertising, and cross-promotion. 

  • Coordinate media relations and press outreach to secure earned media coverage in print, digital, and broadcast outlets.

  • Oversee audience development strategies to grow and diversify attendance across all programming

  • Attend the Ely Center’s artist receptions and talks.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in arts marketing, nonprofit development, or comparable fields with demonstrated success in fundraising and marketing.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and command of email marketing platforms, social media management tools, and basic graphic design software

  • Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent campaigns and deadlines and experience managing freelance professionals and external vendors

  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of external and internal relations

Preferred Qualifications

  • A degree in Arts Management or Administration, or equivalent experience in cultural and/or non-profit organizations.

  • Experience with major donor cultivation and stewardship ($1,000+ gifts)

  • Familiarity with arts funding landscape including NEA, state arts councils, and private foundations

  • SEO, Google Analytics and social media advertising experience

TO APPLY
Email the following materials to info@elycenter.org using the subject: “Development and Communications Coordinator Application.”
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Deadline: September 10, 2025

  • Resume.

  • Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) detailing your interest in the position and your relevant experience. 

  • A sample marketing plan, development plan, and/or successful campaign you previously developed. These examples should demonstrate your strategy, creativity, and communication skills.

  • Three professional references (please give full name, email, and phone number for each reference).

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you have some, but not all of the requirements, you are still encouraged to apply.

Statement of Value

The Ely Center of Contemporary Art acknowledges and celebrates the humanity of all who participate in our programs and our community. We are driven by the belief in the power of the arts to connect all people, and do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, criminal record, age, veteran status, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability or immigration status.