Communications Coordinator - Dramatists Guild Foundation

Job Title: Communications Coordinator

Reports To: Director of Communications

Position Summary:

The Communications Coordinator supports the day-to-day execution and operations of Dramatists Guild Foundation (DGF)’s communications efforts across email, website, digital platforms, print materials, and internal systems. Reporting to the Director of Communications, this role helps keep departmental priorities organized, on schedule, and aligned with DGF’s brand standards and organizational goals. This position is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys managing projects, improving workflows, producing polished communications materials, and contributing to mission-driven work in a collaborative environment. This role works closely with the Director of Communications and external partners to support departmental goals.

PRIMARY DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Project Coordination & Department Operations
• Maintain Communications Department project boards, timelines, and recurring workflows in Monday.com or similar systems.
• Coordinate incoming communications requests and help prioritize timelines in consultation with the Director.
• Track deadlines, approvals, and deliverables to help ensure projects move forward on schedule.
• Maintain organized departmental files, templates, archives, and shared assets in Google Drive and related platforms.
• Identify workflow bottlenecks and support improvements to departmental processes.
• Support documentation of systems and recurring processes.

Email & Digital Communications

• Build, schedule, and test email campaigns using approved templates and brand standards.
• Support audience list organization, segmentation, and data hygiene within email marketing platforms.
• Update website content including program pages, event listings, deadlines, and announcements.
• Track and report basic performance metrics across email and digital channels, in coordination with the Director and relevant partners/contractors.
• Proofread and quality-check communications materials to ensure consistency with templates and brand standards.

Content & Marketing Support

• Draft first-pass copy for newsletters, event invitations, announcements, and recurring communications.
• Produce templated graphics, signage, one-sheets, presentations, and other communications collateral.
• Support content calendar execution and promotional timelines for programs, fundraising campaigns, and organizational initiatives with the Director and external partners as needed.
• Track relevant media mentions, alumni achievements, productions, awards, and other community milestones for storytelling opportunities.

Cross-Department Collaboration & Events

• Work closely with Programs, Development, and Operations teams to support communications needs tied to grants, fellowships, fundraising, and events.
• Assist with communications materials and on-site support for virtual and in-person events as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• 2+ years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, project coordination, nonprofit administration, or related field.
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Strong written communication and proofreading skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, recurring responsibilities, and shifting priorities with accuracy, ownership, and dependable follow-through.
• Experience with spreadsheets, project management tools, and digital collaboration platforms.
• Experience with email marketing platforms such as Constant Contact or similar systems.
• Familiarity with WordPress or other website content management systems preferred.
• Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools preferred.
• Interest in theater, arts, culture, or nonprofit mission-driven work preferred.

Position Status: Full Time

Start Date: July 20, 2026

Location: 520 8th Ave, Suite 2401, New York, NY 10018. The DGF Office is ADA accessible.

Ability to Work Remotely: This position will be required to be in office 1-2 days per week.

Salary: $55,000

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (after 30 days), with premiums covered 100% by DGF for the employee and one spouse, domestic partner, or dependent
• Life insurance for the employee (after 30 days)
• Commuter Benefits (includes public transportation and parking)
• 401K with 3% employer contributions (after 3 months)
• 6 weeks of paid time off annually, prorated to start date (after 30 days), Federal Holidays off, 3 flexible holidays for religious and cultural observances, and additional time off as a team at the discretion of the Executive Director
• Occasional free theater tickets and access to purchase house seats if available
• Eligibility for annual performance-based bonus of up to 7% of salary rate, prorated to start date. Bonus not guaranteed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please create an account through Submittable to submit your application. A cover letter is not required, but please answer the questions in the application fully with attention to sentence structure, spelling, and grammar. We are unable to accept applications via email or mail due to tracking difficulty and capacity.

If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail info@dgf.org with “Communications Coordinator” in the subject line, or call 212-391-8384 and press 5, and we will do our best to get back to you in a timely manner.

About Dramatists Guild Foundation: 

Dramatists Guild Foundation (DGF) is a national charity that fuels the future of American theater by supporting the writers who create it. DGF fosters playwrights, composers, lyricists, and librettists at all stages of their careers. We sponsor educational programs; provide awards, grants, and stipends; offer free space to create new works; and give emergency aid to writers in need. By supporting and nurturing the creators of today, we protect the stories of tomorrow.

DGF is committed to sustaining an equitable and safe environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Access, equity, and authenticity are core values at DGF and we are dedicated to providing employees with a work environment that celebrates varied backgrounds and is free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage candidates of all ages who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, disabled, trans, non-binary, and queer to apply. All applications will receive consideration for employment.