Employment Opportunities
Development and Communications Manager (Full-Time)
The Performance Garage seeks an experienced development manager to organize all fundraising and marketing initiatives, and oversee the Youth Outreach Program.
Position Overview:
Reporting directly to the Executive Director/Resident Artist, Jeanne Ruddy, this position will oversee the part-time Marketing Associate, Free-Lance Graphic Designer, and contracted Photographer / Videographer. The Development Manager will have the opportunity to design and implement a Capital Campaign for Phase Two of the Capital Project and help expand programs.
Development Responsibilities:
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Manage Annual Appeal and all other mailing/online fundraising campaigns
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Track donations and send acknowledgment letters
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Write all grant proposals and reports
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Research additional grant opportunities & maintain grants calendar
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Organize the annual Gala Celebration and any other fundraising events
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Solicit Sponsors, Committee Members, and Food Donors for the Gala
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Work with the Executive Director to build & engage the Board of Directors
Marketing Responsibilities:
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Oversee Marketing Associate (who will update website content and create social media posts)
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Occasionally update the website & create posts for events/Capital Campaign
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Work with the Graphic Designer to create invitations, programs, advertisements, and other marketing/development materials
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Create and submit Press Releases for major events and organization news
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Maintain communications with Staff, Board, political leaders, grants/foundations managers, and other key community stakeholders
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
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A Masters degree in related field
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Minimum 2-3 years of full-time experience in non-profit development/fundraising an absolute MUST
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Experience organizing and implementing special events
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to write clearly and persuasively
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Strong understanding of social media concepts, strategies, and best practices
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Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize accordingly
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Mailchimp, and Adobe Creative Suite
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Previous experience using the Wix platform is not required, but candidates familiar with website content management will be given priority
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An enthusiasm for dance/performing arts strongly preferred
Salary Range: $45,000-$47,000 with partial health benefits & 401k plan
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter, resume, 3 references, and two writing samples to:
Jeanne Ruddy at:
(Email with questions, no phone calls please.)
Preferred Start Date: Beginning of June