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Join Our Creative Collective! OSF is Hiring anAssociate Director of Membership and Donor Engagement
Location: Ashland, OR | Department: Development | Status: Full-Time

Do you believe powerful storytelling and purpose-driven engagement can change lives? Do you thrive on crafting compelling campaigns, building lasting donor relationships, and turning audience members into passionate supporters? If that sounds like you — we want to meet you!

TheOregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF)is seeking anAssociate Director of Membership and Donor Engagementto lead our front-line donor programs and deepen the impact of our mission through meaningful connections and strategic communications.

The Role You'll Play:

As our Associate Director of Membership and Donor Engagement, you'll be a core player on our Development team, blending strategy, creativity, and data-savvy to cultivate and grow OSF's dynamic base of entry-level members and donors. You'll work cross-functionally with the Development and Marketing & Sales teams to ensure that every campaign, communication, and member experience reflects the heart of OSF's mission — and inspires our community to keep coming back.

You'll oversee our Membership and Donor Engagement Coordinator and spearhead campaigns that raise vital contributed income while deepening relationships with OSF's vibrant audience and donor base.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead and Deliver: Set revenue and growth goals for membership and donor engagement programs, partnering with development leaders to meet and exceed targets.
• Campaign Mastermind: Develop and execute multi-channel campaigns (email, mail, web, social, on-site, phone) that resonate and convert.
• Craft the Message: Write persuasive copy for donor appeals, newsletters, e-blasts, website content, and other communications.
• Drive Engagement: Shape benefit strategies and on-campus experiences (like our Members' Lounge!) to delight and retain supporters.
• Manage & Mentor: Supervise the Membership and Donor Engagement Coordinator and oversee membership operations.
• Cross-Team Collaborator: Partner with departments and vendors to develop member materials that reflect OSF's brand and voice.
• Data-Informed Strategist: Use Tessitura and collaborate on data-driven decisions that boost ROI and efficiency.
• Connector-in-Chief: Build bridges between departments and champion our members across the organization.

You'll Thrive Here If You:

• Bring4+ yearsof experience in marketing or fundraising and3+ yearsof project management.
• Havestrong writing chopsand can craft messaging that speaks to the heart — across mail, email, and social.
• Know how to take a campaign from concept to delivery — and love the process.
• Have experience withTessituraor another CRM and are comfortable managing data and insights.
• Are a natural communicator, collaborator, and problem-solver.
• Can manage competing deadlines and still bring creative ideas to the table.
• Havebonus experiencemanaging a direct report, or using design and media tools like Adobe Creative Suite, video/sound production, etc.

Why OSF?

• You'll be part of a team that's redefining what a classical theatre company can be — bold, inclusive, and deeply community-rooted.
• You'll shape the experience of thousands of donors and audience members annually.
• You'll work on a beautiful campus inAshland, Oregon, surrounded by culture, nature, and creativity.
• You'll enjoyworld-class benefits, opportunities for growth, and the support of passionate colleagues.
• And your work willtruly matter— supporting an iconic nonprofit with a powerful mission.

Additional Details:

• Hours: Mostly M–F with some evenings/weekends for key events.
• Physical Requirements: Office-based with occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs) and regular computer use.

• Salary range: $85,000 - $100,000

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