The Development Director will spearhead development efforts as Baltimore Rock Opera Society continues to grow. They are responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all fundraising, including grants, major gifts, individual giving, sponsorship, special events, board giving, and capital campaigns. This individual reports directly to the BROS Executive Director, and plays a key part in fostering an understanding of philanthropy within the organization.
Strategic Direction - 15%
- Develop and execute BROS annual strategic fundraising plan.
- Prepares progress reports and statements regarding the performance of the Development department to stakeholders, and suggests areas for improvement to the Board of Directors and Staff.
- Maintain and analyze donor and ticketing data in Neon CRM to further revenue goals.
Grants - 30%
- Works with BROS Executive Director to maintain the grant lifecycles, including LOIs, full proposals, and reporting requirements.
Individual Giving - 20%
- Identifies and cultivates donor prospects, holds discovery calls and conducts visits with potential donors, and works to renew gifts.
- Serve as the lead gift officer for major gifts for BROS ($500 and up).
- Manages individual direct fundraising solicitations, including email campaigns (annual year-end giving campaign).
- Develops and manages the BROS supporting membership program.
Sponsorship - 5%
- Work with staff and Board to secure sponsorships from individuals and businesses for events and programs.
Stewardship - 10%
- Develops an annual stewardship plan for all donor segments.
- Maintain relationships with major donors, foundations, government funders, corporations, capital funders, and supporting members.
- Ensures acknowledgement letters are distributed in a timely manner.
- Ensures sponsors and major donors are recognized properly in show collateral and online.
Events - 20%
- Acts as the lead event planner for development events. Defines fundraising goals and strategies for the event.
- Works on-site at development events and helps to coordinate staff and volunteers at events as needed.
Vibes - 7000%
As decreed by the Dragon King, gives the full force of their powers to complete their duties, bringing forth the 7,000 year mission of BROS to unite hearts and minds across the galaxy with face-melting works of visionary live performance.
Approximate hours/week: 12-15
Pay: $11,500 annually, paid monthly ($958/month)