Arts Festival Development Director

Southern Utah University; Cedar City (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Utah University is seeking a Director of Development for the Utah Shakespeare Festival in Cedar City, UT. This key role involves leading fundraising strategies, managing donor relations, and overseeing grant writing efforts to ensure the growth and success of the festival. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant experience in fundraising, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

The Director will collaborate closely with festival leadership and board members to generate support for the festival's mission and manage relationships with key stakeholders. A proven track record in fundraising and the ability to inspire support from various communities is essential.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in fundraising and donor management.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders and in a dynamic environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising activities and develop strategic plans.
• Manage donor cultivation and fundraising events.
• Supervise grant writing and administration.

Skills

Donor recruitment and retention

Fundraising strategy creation

Grant writing

Leadership and management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Southern Utah University is seeking a Director of Development for the Utah Shakespeare Festival in Cedar City, UT. This key role involves leading fundraising strategies, managing donor relations, and overseeing grant writing efforts to ensure the growth and success of the festival. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant experience in fundraising, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

The Director will collaborate closely with festival leadership and board members to generate support for the festival's mission and manage relationships with key stakeholders. A proven track record in fundraising and the ability to inspire support from various communities is essential.