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At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty, and staff, who are among the most talented and accomplished anywhere, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows. Since our founding in 1868, we have been an engine for innovation - driving intellectual, economic, and social progress that benefits California, the U.S., and beyond. Together, we change the world.
At Berkeley, the best careers are built on a foundation of continuous learning and growth. We actively support professional development by providing all full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours of paid time per year and providing space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups.
We invite applicants who are inspired by our Principles of Community and who are eager to be part of our exciting Strategic Plan, which charts Berkeley's next era of excellence.
DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW
University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) increases support for and enhances knowledge of UC Berkeley through communications, public outreach, and fundraising. The department is responsible for fundraising and donor engagement, and works to strengthen unit development offices by consulting and partnering with campus fundraisers. UDAR also handles a range of central activities and services encompassing events, communications, stewardship, prospect development, gift management, and database management.
The College of Letters & Science (L&S) is the largest of Berkeley's colleges, comprising 38 departments and 79 majors; and encompasses nearly half of the campus faculty, almost two-thirds of its undergraduate students, and almost half of its Ph.D. candidates.
UDAR's Constituent Programs team works closely with L&S deans and development leaders on strategy setting and organizational performance to optimize fundraising strategies and help the College reach its philanthropy goals; and provides stewardship, communications, and advisory board support to the College.
Position Summary
The Donor Engagement and Stewardship Writer provides stewardship reporting, donor engagement communications, and proposal development support for all five divisions of the College of Letters & Science (L&S). With input from divisional development teams and college leadership and guidance from the Associate Director for Stewardship & Strategy, this position conceives, researches, writes, edits, and publishes written materials and strategic communications including feature stories, interviews, proposals, short videos, event scripts, and decanal presentations. The Donor Engagement and Stewardship Writer is also responsible for producing stewardship reports of varying lengths that are required by gift agreements to ensure donors and prospects are engaged and stewarded effectively to maintain and increase fundraising levels.
APPLICATION REVIEW DATE
The First Review Date for this job is: September 12, 2026. For full consideration, please apply on or before the first review date.
Responsibilities
- Research, write, and edit high-level donor engagement materials - 40%
Research, write, and edit high-level donor engagement materials for all five divisions in the College of Letters & Science that communicate complex or sensitive subject matter, such as research outcomes, program activities, and student success stories, to a highly influential audience of major donors and philanthropic partners to UC Berkeley. Collateral may include feature stories, interviews, proposals, briefing materials, talking points, decanal outreach communications to prospects and donors, and web site content. Develop new donor engagement tools, including digital and print communications and collateral around key divisional and campaign priorities.
- Research, write, and edit impact reports and other stewardship materials - 30%
Research, write, and edit impact reports and other stewardship materials for all five divisions in the College of Letters & Science as part of the approximately 125 stewardship moves for programmatic support or fund donors the Constituent Programs team produces annually.
- Collaborate with divisional fundraising teams - 15%
Meet regularly with divisional fundraising teams in the Arts & Humanities, Biological Sciences, Mathematical & Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences divisions to understand priorities and recent program successes and advise on donor outreach and engagement strategies.
- Provide donor engagement support for digital fundraising efforts - 5%
Work with UDAR and L&S leaders to develop strategies for digital outreach campaigns for the College of Letters & Science Leadership Fund; and produce donor engagement content for fundraising efforts.
- Provide support for other L&S advancement communications - 5%
May collaborate with L&S College Relations and university staff on additional advancement communications projects, including campaign documents, website articles, proposals, event invitations, press releases, and miscellaneous donor reports.
- Provides editing and proofreading support - 5%
Provides editing and proofreading support for L&S fundraisers and Constituent Programs team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Minimum of 4 years of experience demonstrating advanced skills and experience as a writer, able to clearly, engagingly, and persuasively convey complex messages in long form and short form, in a variety of media including electronic and print, and in tone and style at levels of detail and technical depth for diverse audiences.
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Minimum of 4 years of experience with content development, research and fact verification, adherence to appropriate editorial style guidelines; copyediting, and proofreading.
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Minimum of 4 years of experience with demonstrated ability to maintain good working relationships with internal and external partners, as well as ability to work collaboratively with partners and facilitate collaborations with teams/colleagues from varying fields and at all levels.
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Advanced knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation.
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Excellent team collaboration and interpersonal communications skills, including active listening, facilitation, conflict resolution, and political acumen.
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Advanced research and fact verification skills.
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Advanced interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration.
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Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
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Skill to maintain absolute confidentiality.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Knowledge of the campus, including its mission, goals, achievements, infrastructure, programs, and policies and/or the ability to learn.
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Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, and marketing applications, such as Salesforce Marketing Cloud and Adobe Creative Suite and/or the ability to learn.
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Knowledge of issues in higher education, development and/or a specialized academic discipline or field.
EDUCATION / TRAINING
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
SALARY & BENEFITS
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted annual range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $103,000 to $118,000.
This is an exempt, monthly-paid position. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Career position eligible for UC benefits.
INTRODUCTION
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty, and staff, who are among the most talented and accomplished anywhere, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows. Since our founding in 1868, we have been an engine for innovation - driving intellectual, economic, and social progress that benefits California, the U.S., and beyond. Together, we change the world.
At Berkeley, the best careers are built on a foundation of continuous learning and growth. We actively support professional development by providing all full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours of paid time per year and providing space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups.
We invite applicants who are inspired by our Principles of Community and who are eager to be part of our exciting Strategic Plan, which charts Berkeley's next era of excellence.
DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW
University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) increases support for and enhances knowledge of UC Berkeley through communications, public outreach, and fundraising. The department is responsible for fundraising and donor engagement, and works to strengthen unit development offices by consulting and partnering with campus fundraisers. UDAR also handles a range of central activities and services encompassing events, communications, stewardship, prospect development, gift management, and database management.
The College of Letters & Science (L&S) is the largest of Berkeley's colleges, comprising 38 departments and 79 majors; and encompasses nearly half of the campus faculty, almost two-thirds of its undergraduate students, and almost half of its Ph.D. candidates.
UDAR's Constituent Programs team works closely with L&S deans and development leaders on strategy setting and organizational performance to optimize fundraising strategies and help the College reach its philanthropy goals; and provides stewardship, communications, and advisory board support to the College.
Position Summary
The Donor Engagement and Stewardship Writer provides stewardship reporting, donor engagement communications, and proposal development support for all five divisions of the College of Letters & Science (L&S). With input from divisional development teams and college leadership and guidance from the Associate Director for Stewardship & Strategy, this position conceives, researches, writes, edits, and publishes written materials and strategic communications including feature stories, interviews, proposals, short videos, event scripts, and decanal presentations. The Donor Engagement and Stewardship Writer is also responsible for producing stewardship reports of varying lengths that are required by gift agreements to ensure donors and prospects are engaged and stewarded effectively to maintain and increase fundraising levels.
APPLICATION REVIEW DATE
The First Review Date for this job is: September 12, 2026. For full consideration, please apply on or before the first review date.
Responsibilities
- Research, write, and edit high-level donor engagement materials - 40%
Research, write, and edit high-level donor engagement materials for all five divisions in the College of Letters & Science that communicate complex or sensitive subject matter, such as research outcomes, program activities, and student success stories, to a highly influential audience of major donors and philanthropic partners to UC Berkeley. Collateral may include feature stories, interviews, proposals, briefing materials, talking points, decanal outreach communications to prospects and donors, and web site content. Develop new donor engagement tools, including digital and print communications and collateral around key divisional and campaign priorities.
- Research, write, and edit impact reports and other stewardship materials - 30%
Research, write, and edit impact reports and other stewardship materials for all five divisions in the College of Letters & Science as part of the approximately 125 stewardship moves for programmatic support or fund donors the Constituent Programs team produces annually.
- Collaborate with divisional fundraising teams - 15%
Meet regularly with divisional fundraising teams in the Arts & Humanities, Biological Sciences, Mathematical & Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences divisions to understand priorities and recent program successes and advise on donor outreach and engagement strategies.
- Provide donor engagement support for digital fundraising efforts - 5%
Work with UDAR and L&S leaders to develop strategies for digital outreach campaigns for the College of Letters & Science Leadership Fund; and produce donor engagement content for fundraising efforts.
- Provide support for other L&S advancement communications - 5%
May collaborate with L&S College Relations and university staff on additional advancement communications projects, including campaign documents, website articles, proposals, event invitations, press releases, and miscellaneous donor reports.
- Provides editing and proofreading support - 5%
Provides editing and proofreading support for L&S fundraisers and Constituent Programs team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
-
Minimum of 4 years of experience demonstrating advanced skills and experience as a writer, able to clearly, engagingly, and persuasively convey complex messages in long form and short form, in a variety of media including electronic and print, and in tone and style at levels of detail and technical depth for diverse audiences.
-
Minimum of 4 years of experience with content development, research and fact verification, adherence to appropriate editorial style guidelines; copyediting, and proofreading.
-
Minimum of 4 years of experience with demonstrated ability to maintain good working relationships with internal and external partners, as well as ability to work collaboratively with partners and facilitate collaborations with teams/colleagues from varying fields and at all levels.
-
Advanced knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation.
-
Excellent team collaboration and interpersonal communications skills, including active listening, facilitation, conflict resolution, and political acumen.
-
Advanced research and fact verification skills.
-
Advanced interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration.
-
Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
-
Skill to maintain absolute confidentiality.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Knowledge of the campus, including its mission, goals, achievements, infrastructure, programs, and policies and/or the ability to learn.
-
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, and marketing applications, such as Salesforce Marketing Cloud and Adobe Creative Suite and/or the ability to learn.
-
Knowledge of issues in higher education, development and/or a specialized academic discipline or field.
EDUCATION / TRAINING
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
SALARY & BENEFITS
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted annual range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $103,000 to $118,000.
This is an exempt, monthly-paid position. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Career position eligible for UC benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Technical Writer
Target companies with dedicated documentation teams
Large software companies, cloud platforms, and enterprise SaaS firms maintain full documentation departments, making them far more likely to sponsor. Smaller startups rarely have the HR infrastructure to manage visa petitions for a single writer.
Emphasize your technical depth, not just writing ability
USCIS scrutinizes whether Technical Writer roles genuinely require a specialized degree. Highlighting API documentation experience, developer-facing content, or domain expertise in a specific field strengthens your specialty occupation argument considerably.
Align your degree to the role's technical requirements
A degree in English, technical communication, computer science, or a related field supports your H-1B petition directly. If your degree is in an unrelated area, documented experience in a specific technical domain helps compensate during adjudication.
Ask about sponsorship before investing in take-home assignments
Senior Technical Writer hiring processes often include lengthy portfolio reviews and writing samples. Confirm the employer's willingness to sponsor before completing unpaid assessments, so you're not investing significant time with no viable outcome.
Build a portfolio that demonstrates specialized domain knowledge
Employers who sponsor visas want writers who already understand their product category, whether that's fintech, healthcare technology, or developer tools. A portfolio showing deep domain familiarity reduces onboarding risk and strengthens your case for sponsorship.
Understand that cap-exempt employers significantly speed up your timeline
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated organizations are exempt from the H-1B lottery cap. Landing a Senior Technical Writer role at one of these employers means you can file year-round without waiting for the annual selection process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Technical Writer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It generally qualifies, but USCIS applies more scrutiny to writing roles than to engineering positions. The strongest petitions document that the role requires a specific bachelor's degree in a relevant field, not just any degree. Roles involving API documentation, developer guides, or highly technical subject matter, where the writer must understand the underlying technology, hold up best. Generic content roles with flexible degree requirements are more likely to face a Request for Evidence.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor a Senior Technical Writer?
Companies with mature documentation programs and established immigration infrastructure sponsor most consistently. These include large cloud and software firms, enterprise SaaS companies, defense contractors with cleared documentation needs, and major financial technology platforms. OFLC disclosure data shows consistent LCA filings for Technical Writer roles at companies with dedicated developer relations or platform engineering teams. You can browse sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate, where listings are filtered specifically for visa-friendly roles.
Can a portfolio substitute for a degree in a technical field when applying for H-1B sponsorship?
A portfolio alone cannot substitute for a degree in an H-1B visa petition. The specialty occupation standard requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field as a baseline requirement for the position. If your degree is in an unrelated area, USCIS may still accept the petition if the employer can demonstrate that the combination of education and specialized experience is equivalent, but this argument is harder to make and carries higher denial risk than a directly relevant degree.
How does the H-1B lottery affect job searching as a Senior Technical Writer?
If you're pursuing cap-subject H-1B sponsorship, registration opens each March for an October 1 start date, and selection is random. In recent fiscal years, selection rates have been around 25%. This makes cap-exempt employers, including universities and nonprofit research organizations, worth prioritizing since they can file anytime. Timing your job search to have an offer in hand before the March registration window maximizes your chances of being selected.
Is the O-1A visa a realistic alternative for Senior Technical Writers?
O-1A is designed for individuals with extraordinary ability, which is an achievable standard for senior writers with recognized industry impact, not just a high skill level. Qualifying evidence can include published documentation standards adopted across an industry, speaking at major developer conferences, significant GitHub contributions to open-source documentation projects, or peer recognition such as STC Distinguished Technical Communication awards. It bypasses the lottery entirely, making it worth evaluating if your career history includes any of these markers.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Senior Technical Writer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.