Creative Manager Position Number FP016A Department Development Category Other Location : Location US-VA-Norfolk Type Regular Full-Time Overview

The Creative Manager - Philanthropic Communications is responsible for crafting the philanthropic voice and messaging to inspire and engage donors and stakeholders with the mission of the Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at ODU. This role involves developing compelling storytelling, managing end-to-end proposal creation and stewardship reports, researching institutional data and community needs to build strong philanthropic cases for support, and working with graphic design to produce high-quality materials that align with approved ODU and Brock VHS branding guidelines.

Responsibilities

Philanthropic Messaging & Voice

Establish and maintain a consistent, inspiring philanthropic voice that aligns with organizational values and appeals to a wide range of donors.Develop and refine key messages that resonate with potential donors and enhance philanthropic engagement.

Content Development & Storytelling

Research, write, and edit impactful donor stories, profiles, and testimonials to highlight the positive outcomes of giving.Interview donors, program beneficiaries, and internal stakeholders to gather authentic narratives that support philanthropic goals.

Proposal & Case for Support Creation

Develop detailed, persuasive proposals and cases for support that demonstrate institutional needs and opportunities.Research relevant data, trends, and internal resources to build data-driven and meaningful cases that encourage donor action.

Donor Engagement Materials

Create tailored donor proposals, acknowledgments, and communications that build long-term donor relationships.Collaborate with graphic design to produce visually appealing, brand-compliant collateral for campaigns, donor events, and individual donor outreach.

Research & Data Integration

Conduct data-driven research to identify and articulate specific needs within the institution and community that align with philanthropic priorities.Integrate research insights into all communication materials to build credibility and context for donor engagement.

Collaboration & Compliance

Partner with graphic designers, brand managers, marketing colleagues, and program directors to ensure final products meet organizational standards and align with brand guidelines.Maintain a close working relationship with development officers and other departments to ensure alignment of messaging across campaigns.

Project Management & Coordination

Manage timelines, deadlines, and review processes to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality materials for donor engagement.Oversee the production schedule of all philanthropic materials and maintain an organized archive for future reference. Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism or a related field preferred. Experience in philanthropic communications, development writing, or nonprofit marketing, with a proven track record in donor-focused content creation.

 

Strong storytelling and narrative development skills, with experience interviewing and writing compelling stories.Ability to translate complex data and program details into relatable and inspiring content.Excellent project management skills and experience working cross-functionally with design, development, and program teams.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite or similar design tools is a plus.Strong understanding of branding principles and experience ensuring compliance with brand guidelines.Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Location : Location US-VA-Norfolk