AS220 Seeks Development Director
Development Director
AS220 is a community of artists based in downtown Providence that provides open forums and opportunities for Rhode Island artists. We provide an alternative to the institutional venues and have gained national attention for our commitment to an “open and unjuried”, egalitarian approach to nurturing a creative community.
The activities of AS220 include (but are not limited to) daily events in our performance space, monthly gallery exhibits, a number of annual events and festivals, the Broad Street Studio community learning center, and the on-going operation of several “cottage industries” such as our bar, Photographic Memory, and Design Providence. AS220 owns and manages two 22,000 sq foot buildings in downtown Providence that house 26 artists and provide individual and collaborative work spaces, galleries and venues. Our tenants also include the Taqueria Pacifica, Perishable Theater and several commercial entities. AS220′s FY2008 operating budget is just over $1.3 million.
Prospective candidates should spend some time on our web site, as220.org, before applying.
TheAS220 development director is first and foremost responsible for strategizing and implementing all development and fundraising initiatives for AS220 and all of it’s programs. The director also provides support to, and works closely with the Artistic Director and the Capital Campaign Director. Responsibilities fall into the following areas:
Foundation Fundraising:
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Grant research and strategic planning
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Maintain a development/grants calender and co-ordinate a monthly development meeting with key staff
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Grant coordination & writing
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Compliance and reporting: work with Managing Director & Capital Campaign Manager on grant tracking systems, interim, and final reports
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Work with Artistic Director and Capital Campaign Manager to actively create opportunities for funders to learn about our work
Individual Giving, Membership Drive and Annual Fund
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Maintain and develop fundraising and marketing infrastructure including the donor database, mailing lists and tracking systems
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Supervise handling of membership cards, premiums, t-shirts, etc.
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Handle all donor requested information, tax confirmation statements, and thank-you notes
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Work with communications director, graphic designer, and printer on design and content of mailer
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Coordinate volunteers to help with mailings
Fundraising Events
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Help coordinate events, particularly in regards to sponsorships, in-kind and monetary donations and ticket sales for annual fundraising events including:
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The Fool’s Ball/Foo Fest
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The Photo/Print Shop Lottery
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Ribbon Cuttings, receptions, cultivation events and other organizational presentations
Communications
The primary responsibility in this area is communication with the Board of Directors
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Facilitate and support Artistic Director and Board Chair with board communications
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Work with Board President and members to set the board agenda each month. Send reminders to the board about the meetings.
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Report on development issues as needed at both the board and staff meetings
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Work with the communications director as needed in preparation of press releases, presentation materials and other external communications
Qualifications
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Be able to articulate a passionate understanding of the AS220 mission
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Strong writing skills and an enjoyment of writing
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Ability to meet deadlines
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Ability to develop and carry out effective strategy for meeting certain fundraising goals
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Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
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Efficiency with basic office software (word processors, spreadsheets)
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Willingness to serve as a mentor to a young person
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Fundraising and event planning experience
Compensation: AS220 has an equal pay policy; all administrative staff (including the Artistic Director and Managing Director) are paid a $32,240 salary per year. All full-time employees receive full health benefits with no employee co-pay. Generous and flexible vacation time is offered, along with opportunities for education, professional development, and sabbaticals.
Please send a resume, cover letter and writing sample
AS220
attn: jobs
95 Mathewson St.
Providence RI 02903
