Build the Wave is a political digital consulting firm specializing in grassroots fundraising and digital programs for campaigns and progressive organizations. We’re looking for an Email Fundraising Associate with 1–2 years of hands-on experience managing email fundraising or outreach programs.
Previous experience is required. Please do not apply unless you have directly managed email programs for campaigns, advocacy organizations, or mission-driven companies.
Responsibilities
Manage and execute email fundraising and outreach programs from start to finish
Draft, edit, and optimize fundraising emails (including subject lines, asks, and calls to action)
Schedule and deploy emails using platforms like NGP, Switchboard, Action Network, Mailchimp, or similar
Track performance metrics (open rates, click rates, revenue) and suggest improvements
Collaborate with senior strategists to implement messaging and fundraising strategy
Maintain clean lists, segments, and basic reporting
Requirements
1–2 years of direct experience running email fundraising or outreach programs
Experience with political campaigns, nonprofits, advocacy groups, or mission-driven companies
Strong writing and editing skills, especially persuasive fundraising copy
Familiarity with email platforms and basic analytics
Ability to manage deadlines and multiple clients in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working independently in a remote setting
Details
Fully remote position
Opportunity to work on impactful campaigns nationwide
Prefence given to those in NY, DC, or AZ