DIRECTOR OF INDIVIDUAL GIVING & SPECIAL EVENTS - Signature Theatre

DIRECTOR OF INDIVIDUAL GIVING & SPECIAL EVENTS-SIGNATURE THEATRE

Signature Theatre, one of New York's leading off-Broadway theatres, is seeking a DIRECTOR OF INDIVIDUAL GIVING & SPECIAL EVENTS for The Pershing Square Signature Center on West 42nd Street.

About Signature

Founded in 1991, Signature Theatre celebrates playwrights and gives them an artistic home, producing notable productions annually.

In 2005 Signature began its groundbreaking Signature Ticket Initiative, providing affordable tickets to all of its productions. In 2012, Signature opened The Pershing Square Signature Center, the Frank Gehry-designed 75,000 square foot Center featuring three theatres, two rehearsal studios, a central, public lobby with a café and bookstore, as well as administrative offices.

EDIA

Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field and aligning with Signature Theatre’s institutional goals and priorities focused on playwrights, community and access are strongly encouraged to apply.

Signature is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility and welcomes candidates who have demonstrable experience advocating for underrepresented communities.

Please read our commitment to creating a theatre focused on EDIA at signaturetheatre.org

Position Summary

Signature Theatre is looking for an enthusiastic, innovative, and entrepreneurial fundraiser who is ready to help launch the institution into its next era of fundraising through individual giving programs that deeply engage donors in our mission and the work we produce, and benefit events that advance the institution in fundraising and brand positioning. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Director of Individual Giving & Special Events is a key position in Signature’s Development Department. During the 2022.23 season, this role oversees approximately $2MM of Signature’s annual fundraising, with plans to grow that total in future seasons.

Responsibilities

Lead the strategy and execution of two of our core giving programs: the Artistic Director’s Circle ($10K+) and the Patron Program ($1,000-$9,999)

o Deliver on annual fundraising goals for both programs, and track progress/communicate strategic wins & setbacks each month

o Identify and cultivate new prospects for both programs, in partnership with Development Team and Executive Leadership, and oversee moves management progress for all active prospects

o Secure annual renewals of ADC & Patron membership through mail, email, and phone solicitations

o Steward the institutional relationships with our ADC & Patron members, including managing a portfolio of donors and managing up portfolio steps for Executive Leadership, the Director of Development & Associate Director of Development.

o Oversee and guide benefit fulfillment for ADC & Patron donors, with help from the Individual Giving Coordinator

o Search for new ways to continue to engage and connect with donors, and lead a process of re-evaluating benefits ahead of the 23.24 season

Manage the Individual Giving Coordinator in owning the Friends ($100-$999) and Just Inked (Young Patrons) programs, as well as all small gifts under $100

o Provide direct oversight, mentorship, and partnership to the Individual Giving Coordinator to facilitate their ownership of the strategy and execution of these key giving programs

o Approve public communications and solicitation language for these programs

o Partner to create strategy, content, and language for joint campaigns for all programs during the end-of calendar and fiscal year seasons

Lead the strategy and execution of revenue generation for the annual spring gala, and any other benefit events

o Partnering with Executive, Board, and Event Leadership, deliver on ticket and table goals for the annual spring gala, and track progress/communicate strategic wins & setbacks regularly throughout gala season

o Identify prospects for table/ticket sales to add to invitation and benefit committee lists, and work with Board and Event Leadership to solicit their prospective table/ticket buyers

o Drive the save-the-date, invitation, and benefit committee ask process to ensure that core stakeholders get properly solicited with ample time before the event

o Liaise with table and ticket buyers on guest names, and access needs/dietary restrictions in advance of the event

Co-manage the Institutional Giving & Special Projects Coordinator in overseeing event planning logistics for galas and opening nights

Partner with the Marketing Team on public communications regarding Individual Giving & Special Events

Desired Experience

o 4+ years of fundraising experience, preferably in an arts and culture institution

o Proven track record of managing individual giving programs, and familiarity with special events fundraising

o Experience in Adobe Suite, Wordfly, Wordpress, and/or Tessitura a plus

o Experience in managing and mentoring staff members a plus

Desired Skills

o Comfort in representing Signature Theatre to the public, and excellent interpersonal communication skills

o Innovative and entrepreneurial approach to fundraising, and an optimistic approach in facing the challenges and opportunities presented by the current moment in the nonprofit arts and culture field

o Excellent organizational skills and precise attention to detail

o Ability to prioritize tasks, and manage work up and down the org chart

Compensation

This is a full-time salaried exempt position with an annual salary of $75,000-$80,000. This position must be able to have flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed for donor greeting and events.

Benefits

Benefits include group health, dental, and vision plans, as well as the opportunity to participate in tax-saving flexible spending, commuter and 401(k) plan

To Apply

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/1453032/SIGNATURE-THEATRE-COMPANY-Inc/DIRECTOR-OF-INDIVIDUAL-GIVING-SPECIAL-EVENTS

Next Steps

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and first round interviews will be scheduled beginning January 9. There will be an estimated 2-3 rounds of interviews. We hope to make an offer for this position in mid-February.

Considerations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, affectional preference, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health decisions, pregnancy, disability, genetic predisposition, age, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, or any other protected characteristic, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.


Salary: $75,000-$80,000