Job Opening: Donor Relations Manager at The Broad Stage

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*Broad Stage Donor Relations Manager*

The Broad Stage is a state-of-the art performing arts center based in Santa
Monica, dedicated to enriching the lives of all people on the Westside and
beyond through music, theater, dance, and arts education programs. Four
years young, The Broad Stage seeks to become a model for 21st century arts
presentation and fundraising.

The Broad Stage is looking for a Donor Relations Manager to expand the
capacity of The Broad Stage through a larger and more engaged donor base.
The Donor Relations Manager will convert ticket buyers to supporters, and
renew and upgrade individual donors to meet an annual giving goal. The
ideal candidate will be flexible, dynamic and passionate about the arts.

*Responsibilities*

· Renew and upgrade current donors through annual giving,
end-of-year giving, and special appeals

· Manage on-site membership development at performances

· Build out a year-round giving program

· Build relationships with donors and prospects via phone calls,
ongoing written contact, and personal contact

· Support and oversee systems for regular, meaningful
acknowledgement and recognition of donors

· Oversee donor benefit fulfillment

· Document meetings and interactions with donors in Raisers Edge

· Plan and coordinate donor and patron events

· Attend performances and special events (mostly evening
performances)

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Reports to* *Director of Development. Works closely with Director of
Marketing and Communications, Broad Stage front-of-house staff, and box
office.

*Qualifications and Experience*

· Ability to design, implement, and direct fundraising initiatives
including cultivation, solicitation, and recognition strategies;

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact
effectively and diplomatically with donors and the public;

· Strong motivation to succeed, self-starter, ability to work
independently and as part of a team;

· Ability to balance multiple competing priorities, complex
situations, and meet tight deadlines;

· Flexible schedule- The position requires working evening and
weekend performances and events;

· Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office as well as
Adobe and database programs. Raiser’s Edge experience is a plus;

· Excellent writing skills essential;

· Three to five years experience in membership, development, or
sales within a performing arts organization, museum, or other non-profit
setting.

· Bachelor’s degree required.

*Compensation and Application Instructions *

The Broad Stage offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Applicant should provide a letter describing his/her interest in and
qualifications for the position, a resume, a writing sample, salary
requirements, and three references (references will only be contacted with
consent of the applicant). Applications will be confidential. Applicants
must be US citizens or residents or have a valid visa and documents to work
in the US. Please email applications to employment@thebroadstage.com. The
Broad Stage is an equal opportunity employer.

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