Keeley Dower
About Keeley Dower
Keeley Dower is an Individual Giving Coordinator at Sesame Workshop, where she integrates education and the arts into fundraising strategies. She has a diverse background in administrative support and creative roles across various non-profit and media organizations.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Keeley Dower serves as the Individual Giving Coordinator at Sesame Workshop, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing fundraising strategies that align with the organization’s mission. Her responsibilities include managing donor relationships and integrating educational initiatives with fundraising efforts.
Previous Experience in Non-Profit Sector
Before joining Sesame Workshop, Keeley Dower worked at WGBH as a Development Assistant in Major Gifts Operations from 2019 to 2022. During her time there, she supported fundraising initiatives and contributed to major gift campaigns. Additionally, she served as a Tour Guide and Workshop Leader at the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston from 2018 to 2020, where she engaged visitors and facilitated educational experiences.
Educational Background in Entertainment Management
Keeley Dower earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Entertainment Management and Music Business from Bay State College, where she studied from 2014 to 2018. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in the arts and business, which she applies in her current and previous roles in the non-profit sector.
Internship Experience in Arts and Media
Throughout her career, Keeley Dower has gained valuable experience through various internships. She worked as a Public Relations Intern at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston from 2017 to 2018, and as an Artist Management Intern at Fenway Recordings from 2016 to 2017. These roles allowed her to develop skills in communication and arts management.
Administrative and Creative Skills
Keeley Dower possesses a strong background in both administrative support and creative roles within non-profit and media organizations. She has worked as a Benefits Coordinator at Condé Nast for a brief period in 2022 and as a Registrar Assistant at Bay State College from 2014 to 2018. Her diverse skill set enables her to effectively contribute to fundraising and educational initiatives.