Development Manager

The Writers Guild Foundation preserves and celebrates the art and craft of screenwriting and helps writers break in, stay in, and give back. Through our Library and Archive, community programs, and public events, we support writers at every stage of their careers and build a community rooted in writers helping writers.

All staff contribute to a culture of philanthropy by supporting donor engagement, storytelling, and community building.

Our benefits are outstanding and include health insurance, paid time off, sick leave, a pension program, access to special screenings, and super way cool co-workers. Plus, our offices are in a great part of town, across the street from the Farmers Market at 3rd and Fairfax.

We are an equal opportunity employer. You must be eligible to work legally in the United States without employer sponsorship. You must have a valid California driver license. A job offer is contingent: Hire is subject to the results of a background check.

The Events and Development Manager plays a key role in supporting the organization’s fundraising and community engagement efforts through strong coordination, database management, and event execution. This role supports the team by keeping systems, event logistics, and schedules organized and moving forward.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and familiar with the Foundation’s mission and programs. They should also demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in developing clear guidelines for complex, multi-step processes.

This position pays between $28 - $34/hour, depending on experience. Full-time employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.

Events Coordination & Execution (50%)

Plan and coordinate logistics for fundraising events and community programs

Manage event timelines, vendor coordination, run-of-show documents, and day-of logistics

Support event promotion logistics in coordination with communications staff

Track RSVPs, attendance, and post-event follow-up tasks

Support in-person and virtual events as needed

Fundraising & Development Support (40%)

Enter and acknowledge donations in a timely and accurate manner

Prepare donor lists, mailing lists, and basic fundraising reports

Support donor communications logistics, including mailings, invitations, and follow-up tracking

ssist the Executive Director with scheduling donor meetings and tracking follow-ups

Support board fundraising efforts through list prep, meeting logistics, and follow-up coordination

Database & Records Management (10%)

Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and timely entry

Maintain donor, board, and contact records

Generate standard reports to support fundraising, events, and board meetings

Process incoming checks and donations, and ensure proper documentation and deposits

At least one year of experience in events coordination, development support, or nonprofit operations roles

Experience supporting fundraising or donor engagement work strongly preferred

Experience with databases like Giveffect, Salesforce, Bloomerang, Little Green Light, eTapestry, or similar

Strong organizational and project management skills

Attention to detail and accuracy, especially with data

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office