BLUEGRASS YOUTH BALLET IS SEARCHING FOR A DEVELOPMENT/MARKETING DIRECTOR.
Development & Marketing Job Responsibilities
- Plan and evaluate all fundraising campaigns and activities in conjunction with the Board of Directors and the Executive Director
- Develop, update, and implement a strategic plan for each ballet season, as well as five- and ten-year long-term range plans
- Identify and steward prospective donors, both corporate and individual
- Build and maintain a donor database, and use prospect research tools to build donor relationships
- Recruit and train fundraising staff and event volunteers
- Manage and oversee all fundraising events, including any volunteer staff
- Generate development materials such as grant proposals and reporting
- Research and stay on top of fundraising trends in the non-profit community
- Create marketing materials in line with the general mission and message for each season
- Work with BYB’s Director and others to implement a consistent message for the organization and its needs
- Create and maintain our sponsorship package
- Communicate with donors and staff in person and via email, phone, and social media; answer all inquiries promptly
- Coordinate and engage in community outreach activities and initiatives under the guidance of the Executive Director
Job Description
- Part-time (20-30 hours per week); transition to full-time position possible
- Hourly pay negotiable
- It may be partially remote – the number of hours required in-office to be discussed and set by the Executive Director
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Previous experience with development, marketing, and donor recruitment strongly recommended
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
- Time management and flexibility with job duties
- Expertise with fundraising activities, tools, and software
- Creative, self-starter attitude
The hiring committee will start reviewing applications and interviewing candidates immediately. Please submit your application and resume for full consideration by June 30th, 2024.
Contact:
Jessica Klanderud
Careers@bluegrassyouthballet.org
Or
Adalhi Aranda | (859)271-4472 ext 101