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Director of Development
Descripción
Descripción
Signature Theatre, one of New York's leading off-Broadway theatres, is seeking a DIRECTOR
OF DEVELOPMENT.
About Signature
Founded in 1991, Signature Theatre celebrates playwrights and gives them an artistic home,
producing six to eight 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
All employees of Signature Theatre have a responsibility to be active in the institution's continued
commitment to its Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility values and goals. Department
heads will be accountable to lead their teams by incorporating principles from our EDIA work into
their daily practices and establishing tangible action steps for the organization.
Position Summary
The Director of Development serves as head of the development department, leading the
organization in raising approximately $6MM annually in operating support, as well as $10MM over
the next three years as part of The Next Act Campaign to secure Signature’s future. The Director
of Development is a member of the senior management team and is a key partner to the Executive
Director, Artistic Director, and Board of Directors. This position oversees four direct reports and
is supervised by the Executive Director.
Responsibilities
- Lead the fundraising strategy that incorporates Individual, Corporate, Foundations &
Government, Major Gifts, Special Events, and Planned Giving.
- Manage, mentor, and guide a high-functioning department, empowering the team to
achieve goals.
- Build a strong, trusting relationship with executive and board leadership, and motivate and
inspire the entire staff and board to be partners in meeting development goals.
- Collaborate with the Board and Development Committee to increase trustee participation
in fundraising.
- Work closely with the Executive Director and Nominating Committee to drive an
aggressive Board development strategy.
- Grow, steward and solicit a robust pipeline of Individual, Corporate, Foundation and
Government donors and prospects, including leadership gift funders.
- Oversee the strategy and execution of large fundraising events including the annual gala
and benefit reading.
- Ensure a standard of excellence in donor communication and activities.
- Create annual revenue goals in conjunction with executive and board leadership.
- Represent the organization at meetings, public events, and other activities.
Desired skills and qualifications
Signature is seeking a strategic thinker, skilled manager, and ambitious leader to lead the
organization in securing the resources to achieve its unique mission in the theater landscape.
The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of experience with increasing responsibility in
Development, preferably in a theater or other cultural organization, has strong communication
skills, is organized and detail-oriented (including the ability to manage multiple projects
simultaneously).
Compensation
This is a full-time salaried exempt position, with compensation commensurate with qualifications
and experience. The salary range is $125,000.00-$150,000.00 annually.
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) plans.
How to apply
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.
Signature Theatre, one of New York's leading off-Broadway theatres, is seeking a DIRECTOR
OF DEVELOPMENT.
About Signature
Founded in 1991, Signature Theatre celebrates playwrights and gives them an artistic home,
producing six to eight 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
All employees of Signature Theatre have a responsibility to be active in the institution's continued
commitment to its Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility values and goals. Department
heads will be accountable to lead their teams by incorporating principles from our EDIA work into
their daily practices…
Compensación
Benefits include group health, dental, and vision plans, as well as the opportunity to participate
in tax-saving flexible spending, commuter and 401(k) plans.
Benefits include group health, dental, and vision plans, as well as the opportunity to participate
in tax-saving flexible spending, commuter and 401(k) plans.
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