Development Coordinator

Job Summary Summary Position:

Development Coordinator Department:

Development Reports to:

Director of Development, Nashville Repertory Theatre (in very close working partnership with the Donor Relations Manager) Status:

Full-time, Salaried, Exempt Position Overview The Development Coordinator provides essential administrative, database, and front-line support to the Development Department. This role is central to donor data integrity, donor and patron customer service, board engagement tracking, and the coordination of meetings, events, and sponsorship benefits. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter with database management experience, a genuine interest in live theatre, and the flexibility to work evenings and weekends during productions and special events.

Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Database Management & Prospect Research Manage database entry and maintenance, including learning and becoming proficient in Tessitura, the Rep’s CRM system.

Become familiar with existing Tessitura features to support donor management, wealth screening, portfolio management, and contact reports.

Maintain data accuracy and integrity across donor and patron records.

Donor & Patron Relations Serve as a front-line point of contact, providing responsive, high-quality customer service to donors and patrons.

Assist development officers with the coordination and support of donor meetings and cultivation events.

Process & Operations Learn existing development processes and workflows, and bring a willingness to help create and refine new processes that enhance and scale the Rep’s $2 million fundraising operation.

Maintain the development department calendar and organize development-related meetings.

Board Engagement Assist in the implementation of Board meetings and preparation of related materials.

Maintain a Board engagement dashboard to track and measure activity, including giving, special assignments, and attendance (in person and virtual).

Sponsorship Assist in the tracking and management of sponsorship packages and associated benefits.

Events & Performances Work night and weekend hours during shows to support the Development Department’s mission and donor stewardship activities.

Qualifications

Qualifications Strong team player with a collaborative, can-do attitude

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Self-starter who takes initiative and works well independently

Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed during the performance season

Prior database management experience required; CRM experience (Tessitura or similar) strongly preferred

Creative problem-solver who brings fresh ideas to process improvement

Keen interest in live theatre and the performing arts

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Additional Information

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits Nashville Repertory Theatre offers a salary of $47,000, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, 403B retirement, and paid time off. Nashville Repertory Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. How to Apply Application To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to

with the subject line “DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR”

Details

Date Posted: September 17, 2026 Type: Full-Time Job Function: Fundraising / Revenue Development Service Area: Arts / Culture Start Date: 10/15/2026 Salary Range: 47000 Working Hours: 40 hrs/wk