Director of Special Events

The Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund), a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in performing arts and entertainment, seeks a Director of Special Events to reach annual fundraising and cultivation goals through special events. The Director of Special Events is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, marketing and fulfillment of all fundraising special events, while also overseeing the execution of stewardship and cultivation events. Supervises a team of full-time permanent special events staff members and multiple independent contractors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director of Special Events will oversee every aspect of the Entertainment Community Fund’s annual fundraising events (currently a spring gala, summer golf outing and “Producer’s Picks” ticket sales for Broadway shows throughout the year) while identifying, developing and realizing creative new event opportunities that align with the overall strategic plan of the organization. The Director will also: improve and increase the beloved Broadway opportunities for which the Fund is known; collaborate with the Individual Giving team to execute dynamic donor stewardship and cultivation events throughout the year in New York and Los Angeles; and responsively manage opportunities that arise for special concerts, receptions, house parties, film screenings, artist talkbacks, auctions, in-store and virtual shopping events, and more.

As a leader within the Advancement Department, the Director of Special Events will created strategic and fundraising goals for the Special Events team, develop annual Special Events team budgets and income plan narratives for the Eastern & Western Regions, and monitor event expenses and revenues to ensure goals are met or exceeded to successfully generate a higher net revenue for events benefitting our nonprofit organization.

Candidates are asked to provide a cover letter and resume, which will be reviewed by a human search committee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree and seven to ten years producing fundraising events are required.
• Exceptional organizational, communications, computer and writing skills.
• Project management skills and ability to manage multiple simultaneous fundraising initiatives.
• Ability to maintain performance and composure during the high intensity of special events.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate others and to form productive relationships with a wide variety of contractors, producers, talent, donors, vendors, staff and volunteers.
• Experience in negotiating effectively and soliciting donated and discounted goods and services.
• Experience in Raisers Edge/Audience View applications or other fundraising database platforms.
• Familiarity with the Broadway community and aspects of producing a show

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Some evening and weekend hours are required to plan, execute and attend events from start to finish, in addition to the regular commitment of standard office hours.
• Identify and pursue opportunities with external constituents to engage the services of Actors Fund Productions, a subsidiary production company of the Entertainment Community Fund.
• Some travel to other cities is required.

PREFERRED QUALITIES

• Experience working with arts organizations.
• Knowledge of New York City and Los Angeles philanthropic community desirable.
• Enthusiastic, creative, and enterprising, with passion for and interest in Entertainment Community Fund’s mission and vision.

ABOUT THIS POSITION

This is a full-time salaried position based in the Entertainment Community Fund’s National Headquarters Office in Times Square, New York City. The Entertainment Community Fund offers a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including: choice of multiple health plans, dental plan, voluntary vision, flex and dependent care plans, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, supplemental life and disability, 401(k) plan with generous employer match, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off and Wage Works commuter benefit or paid parking, depending on location.

TO APPLY

Apply online at www.entertainmentcommunity.org/careers. A complete application will include a resume, cover letter and salary expectations.

ABOUT THE ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNITY FUND

The Entertainment Community Fund is a national human services organization that fosters stability and resiliency, and provides a safety net for performing arts and entertainment professionals over their lifespan. Through offices in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, The Fund serves everyone in film, theatre, television, music, opera, radio and dance with programs including social services and emergency financial assistance, health care and insurance counseling, housing, and secondary employment and training services.

For more about the Entertainment Community Fund, please visit: www.entertainmentcommunity.org.

The Entertainment Community Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Built into the value statement of the Entertainment Community Fund is a commitment to embrace diversity and seek equity, inclusion and dignity for all. We celebrate our differences and strive to cultivate an environment of mutual respect.