Director of Development – Opera & Arts Growth (Hybrid)

Connect The Arts; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Employer retirement plan

Complimentary tickets

Professional development support

Job summary

An arts organization in Chicago is seeking a Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts, manage a development team, and collaborate closely with marketing. Candidates should have over five years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for the arts. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000 depending on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership in nonprofit fundraising, preferably in the performing arts.
• Demonstrated success closing major gifts and managing boards.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
• Create holistic audience-to-donor pipelines with Marketing.
• Oversee donor communications and fulfillment.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising Strategy

Collaborative Skills

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree or CFRE preferred

Tools

CRM Software (Spektrix, Tessitura)

Job description

An arts organization in Chicago is seeking a Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts, manage a development team, and collaborate closely with marketing. Candidates should have over five years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for the arts. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000 depending on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.