Director of Major Gifts & Capital Campaign Lead

Feiro Marine Life Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with match

Job summary

Seattle Theatre Group seeks a dynamic Director of Major Gifts to lead a donor-centered program supporting a $30M+ capital campaign and annual goals. The role involves managing a large portfolio, guiding staff, and collaborating with leadership to maximize philanthropic impact.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will design strategy, set annual goals, and drive fundraising performance across STG’s venues and programs. A CFRE is preferred; evenings/weekends and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of progressively responsible management experience in fundraising.
• At least seven years in a senior leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Proven track record in securing leadership (seven-figure) gifts.
• Experience partnering with executive leadership and boards.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive major gifts program for annual gifts and capital campaigns.
• Lead and mentor the Associate Director of Donor Relations and Events and the Sr. Manager of Major Gifts.
• Develop qualification, cultivation, and solicitation strategies for prospects and donors.
• Provide regular reporting on pipeline health, fundraising performance, and revenue projections.
• Coordinate outreach with STG leadership, board members, and volunteers.

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising strategy

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

CFRE certification

Tools

Salesforce

CRM systems

Job description

Seattle Theatre Group seeks a dynamic Director of Major Gifts to lead a donor-centered program supporting a $30M+ capital campaign and annual goals. The role involves managing a large portfolio, guiding staff, and collaborating with leadership to maximize philanthropic impact.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will design strategy, set annual goals, and drive fundraising performance across STG’s venues and programs. A CFRE is preferred; evenings/weekends and travel may be required.