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Levitt Foundation Communications Manager

artsforla on February 5, 2025

Position Title: Levitt Foundation Communications Manager
Reports to: Associate Vice President of Communications
Location: Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA; hybrid schedule (3 days/week in-office required)
Time Commitment: Full-time
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Announcement Date: February 4, 2025

About the Levitt Foundation

The Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation exists to strengthen the social fabric of America. We’re a national social impact funder at the intersection of music, public space, and community building that partners with nonprofits and changemakers to build a more equitable, healthy, and thriving future for all. We realize our mission of building community through music through supporting free live music, as well as projects and programs that advance equitable music ecosystems. In 2025, more than 650 free outdoor Levitt concerts will take place in 50+ towns and cities across America, bringing joy to nearly one million people of all ages and backgrounds.

The Levitt Foundation is committed to equal opportunity throughout our organization and all aspects of our work, recognizing this commitment as essential to realizing the Levitt mission. We value having a team with a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, experiences, and skills so our approach to grantmaking is well-rounded and the connection with our team members and the communities we support is authentic. We strive to create a positive working culture through professional development opportunities, employee recognition, and team-building events and activities. We focus on creating a working environment that promotes collaboration and fairness. This commitment fosters a culture where team members can truly belong, contribute, and grow. We believe in the value of every individual and encourage applications from people of any age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic or identity. To learn more about the national Levitt network and the Levitt Foundation, visit levitt.org.

Position Overview

Do you believe in the power of free, live music to uplift communities and individuals? Do you want to create, curate, and publish content on behalf of a national arts foundation? Are you both creative and detail oriented with strong project management skills and excited about trends in both public interest communications and communications software? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? If so, join Levitt’s communications team as our Communications Manager!

The Communications Department shapes the branding, marketing and communications strategy for the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation, a national social impact funder working at the intersection of music, public space, and community building. The Communications Department also provides communications support for our grantee partners, a national network of outdoor Levitt music venues and concert sites across the country.

An integral member of the department, the Communications Manager plays an important role in promoting the mission of the Levitt Foundation to strengthen communities through free live music. This position manages the creation and oversight of social media, e-newsletters, eblasts, and website content, and supports PR and media relations efforts. The ideal candidate will be creative, detail-oriented, able to pivot when necessary, and have a strong background in project management and writing, with design skills a plus. This is a full-time, exempt position that reports to the Associate Vice President of Communications and supervises the Levitt Foundation Communications intern(s).

Responsibilities

Manage and create communications and collateral materials, including, but not limited to, social media, eblasts, print pieces, advertisements, blog and websites for the Levitt Foundation.

• Eblasts and Newsletters: Project manage, create, and distribute a robust schedule of eblasts (including The Levitt Effect newsletter) to the Foundation’s 95K+ subscribers.
• Design and draft eblast content using Mailchimp for various audience segments
• Manage and develop Mailchimp contact lists to support the organization’s growing audiences; train colleagues, as needed; and advise on best e-communications practices
• Schedule eblasts with the appropriate audience(s)
• Social Media: Manage the Foundation’s social media strategy to promote awareness and build excitement for Levitt’s mission and values—including regular updates to Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.
• Write and develop engaging, daily content that leads to measurable results
• Coordinate nationally-focused social media campaigns with multiple stakeholders to support the national network of Levitt music venues and concert sites and the Levitt Foundation
• Develop and maintain an ongoing social media editorial calendar
• Monitor trends in social media tools, applications, channels, and design, and develop strategies accordingly
• Engage affinity organizations, key audiences, and others via social media
• Track and report on social media metrics on a quarterly basis
• Website: Manage, produce, and update mission-driven content for the Levitt Foundation website, ensuring new and consistent information is posted regularly.
• Create lively and relevant content on the Levitt Foundation website, including writing for the Levitt Now blog and short “In The News” excerpts and features
• Perform regular and timely updates as required
• Track, measure, and share website analytics on a quarterly basis
• Multimedia Assets: Under the direction of the Art Director, create and/or adapt enticing visual assets for social media, website, and eblasts.
• Help create short multimedia videos and assets to promote Levitt concert series, national Levitt programs, #musicmoves campaign, and Levitt mission and core values, amongst other campaigns and programs
• Design or help design graphics and collateral materials
• Update grantee toolkits with written and visual assets and support the development of new toolkits
• PR and Media Relations: Support the AVP of Communications with raising and monitoring awareness of the Levitt Foundation.
• Help create media and press lists
• Manage the Communications Associate’s monitoring and circulation of media coverage of the Foundation and Levitt grantee partners
• Manage and identify news articles to be featured on levitt.org
• General Project Management: Proactively project manage communications tasks, projects, schedules, and a range of aspects for intra- and cross-departmental projects and initiatives, oftentimes involving multiple elements and departments across the Foundation.
• Use project management software and/or spreadsheets to track dates and deliverables
• Schedule meetings as required between departments to facilitate projects, including developing timelines and coordinating deliverables
• Communicate with team members as needed to ensure timely progress toward completing deliverables
• Personnel Management: Serve as direct supervisor for the Communications Department’s intern(s).
• Coordinate the interviewing, hiring, and on-boarding of Levitt Foundation Communications intern(s)
• Manage day-to-day responsibilities of intern(s)

The Communications Manager will perform other related duties, as assigned, and serve as a Levitt ambassador at events on occasional nights and weekends, including, but not limited to, the annual Levitt National Convening, concerts, conferences, and other Levitt events. Some cross-country travel, approx. 1-3 trips a year, for site visits and other events and gatherings also required.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of professional experience in communications or marketing
• Possess in-depth understanding and experience with various social media platforms
• Online content creation experience
• Strong creative thinking skills
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Experience and skill in executing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment, without loss of attention to detail
• Innovative and critical thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High degree of initiative and entrepreneurial spirit
• Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a national team
• Passion for and commitment to Levitt Foundation’s mission
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends on occasion
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Technical Skills

• Tech-savvy with ability to learn and use new social media, graphic design, and video editing tools
• Understanding of basic graphic design principles with basic experience in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop in a Mac environment; experience in Illustrator, a plus
• Proficient in video editing software, a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Salary: $5,800 – $7,000 per month

Benefits: The Levitt Foundation offers a dynamic work environment and competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and other benefits. EEO/AAW employer.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: March 6, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, Writing Sample

How to apply: To apply, upload your resume, cover letter, and writing sample here. A writing sample is required, which can be attached as part of your resume. A link to a portfolio of your creative work is optional, though a plus.

Public Art Coordinator

artsforla on February 5, 2025

Request for Qualifications – Pavement Art Corridor City of Napa

Deadline: Monday, March 3 at 11:59 p.m. MST.

The City of Napa opens a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for artists, or artist teams, to develop unique paving designs for a pavement art corridor in downtown Napa. These creative paving designs are intended to increase safety for all roadway users, especially pedestrians, and create a public art intervention to energize our streets. This RFQ is part of a multi-phase process by which the City of Napa seeks to identify and select six qualified public artists to design one-of-a-kind a streetscape paving patterns for downtown Napa.

For more information about the project, visit here.

Salary: 16 artists from the RFQ phase will be invited to complete a Request For Proposal (RFP) to provide a concept design for this project. The artist stipend for the RFP phase is $1,000.

Finalists from the RFP phase will each receive a stipend of $4,000 to create their final designs.

Benefits: N/A

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: March 3, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, Work Sample/Portfolio

How to apply: ALL SUBMISSIONS MUST BE MADE ONLINE AT: https://www.callforentry.org/

– Create a CaFE account (if you do not already have one)
– Log in
– Click on “Apply to Calls”
– Find “City of Napa 2nd Street Pavement Art Corridor – Public Art Project RFQ”
– Artists must indicate which intersection type they would like to be considered for: Type A (Bulb-Outs), Type B (Pedestrian Scramble), or both.

There is no charge to join CaFÉ or to submit for this call for entries.

Los Angeles CALL FOR ARTISTS OPEN – FUNDED Artists-in-Residence Program

artsforla on February 5, 2025

Now Accepting Applications
Submit application to artistfellowship@quinnemanuel.com
All materials are due 11:59 PM PST March 3, 2025
Residency Details

This residency is open to emerging and mid-career artists working in all disciplines across Greater Los Angeles. For four months the artist-in-residence will be given a studio in the Quinn Emanuel Los Angeles office to support their existing practice or a new project as appropriate.

At the end of the residency an exhibition will be held to display the works of the artist and at least one work will be incorporated into the permanent collection. A supporting stipend will be provided, as well as materials allowance. Over the course of a year there will be 2 residency cycles, each with a four month residency and a subsequent exhibition in a location deemed appropriate for the work decided on between the artist and curator.

Residency Period
The residency will begin in April 2025 and last 4 months.

Compensation
The artist-in-residence will receive $5,000 a month over the course of four months for a total of $20,000. In addition, Quinn Emanuel will provide an allowance of up to $1,500 for purchase of art materials.

Selection Criteria
The artist-in-residence will be an artist working with a distinct and new voice, with clear mastery of their media of choice. Preference will be given to artists who are in the early or middle stages of their career. The selection committee is interested in giving opportunity and a platform to underrepresented artists.

Space & Support
The artist-in-residence will have access to an office to use as a studio at the Los Angeles location.

Exhibition
After the residency is completed, along with the direct help of curator Alexis Hyde, an exhibition will be mounted of the work in a place decided on. Sales of the work will be determined in conversation as well.

Salary: The artist-in-residence will receive $5,000 a month over the course of four months for a total of $20,000. In addition, Quinn Emanuel will provide an allowance of up to $1,500 for purchase of art materials.

Benefits: N/A

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: March 3, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, Work Sample/Portfolio

How to apply: To apply, please email your application to: artistfellowship@quinnemanuel.com

Application Due 11:59 PM PST March 3, 2025
Applications should include the following components:
Proposal (500 words max) in body of email.
Resume or CV, including contact information, PDF form.
Digital portfolio, submitted in a single PDF, highlighting up to 8 original works that represent the applicant’s style, quality, and practice over time. This should be not more than 10 images total in the file as we understand some works may require more than one picture.
Total file size should not exceed 20MB.
Links for applicable videos or media may be included in body of email.
Timeline
Residency begins April 2025 and lasts 4 months
Exhibition after residency is completed

Individual Giving Assistant

artsforla on February 3, 2025

The Individual Giving Assistant provides a wide variety of support to MOCA’s Advancement Department, playing an integral role in the Museum’s fundraising efforts, including Leadership Circle, membership, exhibition support, annual giving, trustee administration, and acquisition groups. Reporting to the Director of Individual Giving, the primary responsibilities are associated with the administrative support of identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual donors, members, and prospects.

Essential Functions:

● Manage renewal and gift acknowledgement cycle for MOCA’s Leadership Circle
● Support the creation of the monthly Membership and Leadership Circle newsletters
● Provides customer service to members and donors with timely and accurate assistance.
● Prepare drafts of fundraising proposals and decks for solicitations
● Research and prepare donor profiles, biographies, and gift agreements
● Provide general administrative support, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and handling correspondence with donors and stakeholders.
● Assist in the planning, preparation, and execution of special events and donor programs, including RSVP tracking.
● Coordinate relationships with art fairs, including submitting VIP pass requests for donors
● Review and update donor profiles and upload correspondence in our Blackbaud donor relationship management system.
● Assist the Individual Giving team’s moves management process by maintaining prospect lists, benefit fulfillments, and fundraising timelines – primarily ensuring that the donor database contains current and new information from prospect managers / contacts
● Process payments, invoices, and expense reports for the Individual Giving team, maintaining accuracy and adherence to organizational policies.
● Reconcile monthly credit card statements for the Director of Individual Giving and Chief Advancement Officer.
● Pull monthly Mailchimp lists and reports.
● Provide administrative support in organization of the annual Gala.
● Draft minutes and other documents for Acquisition Committee meetings.
● Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

● Experience or exposure in development or a related field, ideally in a non-profit context
● Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
● Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
● Ability to work well with others, as well as independently.
● Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
● Experience using CRMs such as Altru or an equivalent donor database software
● Computer skills and experience with Google Cloud Services, Microsoft Office on Windows and Apple Platforms.
● Problem-solving, research, and analytical skills.
● General knowledge and interest in contemporary art and an understanding of the organizational structure and procedures at museums or other non-profit arts institutions.
● Availability for weekend and evening work

Position covered by MOCA/AFSCME Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement: No

Physical Demands:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must be able to do the following: sit for extended periods; bend and reach for filing and other job-related functions; climb up and down stairs; bend, stoop, and lift to move and retrieve materials; pull, push, and lift; reach both above and below shoulder height. Specific visual abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to visually inspect work. Manual dexterity to operate computer and other office equipment required. Heavy usage of computers and phones required.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

The Museum of Contemporary Art is an equal opportunity employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local laws. Our policy reflects and affirms the Museum of Contemporary Art’s commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.

Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.

Salary: $55,000 – $65,000, annually

Benefits: Medical, Dental, FSA, 401(k), Paid Time Off

Education requirements: None

Deadline to apply: February 28, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter

How to apply:Go to MOCA.org or apply here.

Institutional Giving Associate

artsforla on February 3, 2025

The Institutional Giving Associate supports a robust funding pipeline for new and increased institutional donor involvement. Playing a key role as part of a fast-paced Advancement team, the Institutional Giving Associate develops funding proposals and reports, supports corporate membership and sponsorship solicitation and activation, and coordinates stewardship activities, among other activities and projects. Reporting to the Director of Institutional Giving, the Institutional Giving Associate serves as a key public interface between the museum and its supporters.
The ideal candidate for this role should possess a high work ethic, excellent communication skills, strategic thinking abilities, strong organizational skills, and excellent relational skills.

Essential Functions:
● Work closely with the Director of Institutional Giving to meet and exceed MOCA’s fundraising goals for institutional giving (corporate, foundation, and government support)
● Research, develop, and submit compelling proposals and decks to secure Annual Fund support and restricted programmatic funds for exhibitions, education programs, and special projects. Work jointly with interdepartmental colleagues to identify and package museum programs and initiatives for funding
● Coordinate Corporate Membership program including renewals, upgrades, and benefit fulfillment such as distribution of event invitations, admission passes, and other benefits
● Organize and draft materials for exhibition and education funding, donor research profiles, acknowledgment letters, and other donor communications
● Maintain a central calendar for institutional giving, track activities in the Altru donor database, and monitor donor acknowledgement in credit lines
● Collaborate with the Individual Giving team and support organizational events involving both institutional and individual donors
● Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and corresponding with donors and stakeholders
● Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
● Minimum two years’ experience in development for a major non-profit organization or comparable career experience, preferably in arts and culture with an emphasis on donor or client relations and/or proposal development
● Detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently and collaboratively under deadline
● Proficiency in Microsoft, Adobe, and Google suites. Graphic design skills are a plus.
● Experience utilizing fundraising software and online databases
● Must be able to represent the museum in a skilled, professional manner at meetings and visits with funders and colleagues.
● Bachelor’s degree (or substantial coursework) in art history, art education, studio art, or closely related field preferred.

Physical Demands:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must be able to do the following: sit for extended periods; bend and reach for filing and other job-related functions; climb up and down stairs; bend, stoop, and lift to move and retrieve materials; pull, push, and lift; reach both above and below shoulder height. Specific visual abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to visually inspect work. Manual dexterity to operate computer and other office equipment required. Heavy usage of computers and phones required.

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Position covered by MOCA/AFSCME Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement: No

The Museum of Contemporary Art is an equal opportunity employer. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local laws. Our policy reflects and affirms the Museum of Contemporary Art’s commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.

Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.

Salary: $60,000 – $70,000

Benefits: Medical, Dental, FSA, 401(k), Paid Time Off

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: February 28, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter

How to apply: Go to MOCA.org or apply here.

Arts Education Coordinator I

artsforla on February 3, 2025

The Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) is offering an emergency opportunity to candidates who
meet the bulletin requirements for Arts Education Coordinator, class code 2447. There are three opportunities available, assigned to
the Community Arts Division. An Arts Education Coordinator assists
the Art Center Director in designing, implementing and coordinating arts programs that are responsive and
representative of community input and staff expertise at Art Centers managed by the City Department of Cultural
Affairs. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative team environment and
have a familiarity with and understanding of Los Angeles communities.

Salary: $57,649.68 – $84,250.80

Benefits: This position is full-time and offers benefits for the duration of the emergency appointments.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: February 14, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, Work Sample/Portfolio, Writing Sample

How to apply: All interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to Jacyn Clayton, Department of Cultural Affairs
Personnel Client Services, at Jacyn.Clayton@lacity.org by Friday, February 14, 2025. The subject line of the
email should read “Emergency Arts Education Coordinator – (Art Center) – Community Arts Division”. If you have
any questions, contact Jacyn Clayton at (213) 482-6727.

General Intern

artsforla on January 31, 2025

Gagosian is hiring interns to join its Beverly Hills team.

Gagosian is a leading global art gallery that represents and exhibits some of the most important contemporary artists. Our internship program offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience and work closely with talented professionals in the art industry, while also participating in team projects with key members of Gagosian staff and artists. As an intern, you will be an integral part of the gallery’s daily operations and contribute to our mission of promoting and shaping contemporary art.

Gagosian Beverly Hills is currently accepting applications for its paid Summer 2025 internship that will expose students to the inner workings of a large contemporary art gallery, including: operations, artist liaising, events, registrarial work, art handling, image archiving, librarian work, research, art fairs, sales assistance, visitor assistance, and opening receptions.

Applicants must be highly responsible, organized, and detail-oriented, with a strong interest in art. The ability to work in a fast paced environment, multi-task, and prioritize is essential. General Interns must be friendly and professional.

In addition to their daily responsibilities outlined below, interns will have access to lectures from leaders within the gallery, and participate in team projects and exhibition walk-throughs with key members of Gagosian staff and artists.

Duties include but not limited to
–Assisting gallery staff with daily operations, supporting colleagues across sales, artist liaison, research, and events.
–Providing support to Front Desk staff with visitor inquiries and essential administrative tasks (including mail send-outs, publication and stock management, preparing offices for client meetings, expenses).
–Participating in gallery openings, art fairs, and other gallery-related events.

Qualifications
–Current 3rd or 4th year undergraduates, recent graduates, or postgraduate students with degrees in Art History or related fields.
–Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
–A strong desire to pursue a career in the art world.
–Flexibility, attention to detail, and a desire to learn are essential.
–Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
–Applicants must be based in LA at the time of the internship

Position Type
– 10am to 5:30pm, Monday through Friday or Tuesday through Saturday, with additional hours for openings and events.
– Full-time and part-time positions available.
– 100% in person at our Beverly Hills gallery
– The internship program will run from June 3rd – August 23rd, 2025.

Application Deadline
The deadline to submit applications is Monday, February 24th. Interns will be notified of their acceptance in April. Walk-ins or phone inquiries will not be accepted for this position.

Application Process
Round 1: Written Application
Round 2: Creative Project Assessment
Round 3: Virtual Interview

Gagosian is an equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring that all current and prospective employees are afforded equal opportunity. We aim to attract a broad pool of talent, eager to engage with our program, our artists, and our exhibitions.

Salary: $18/hour

Benefits: Commuter Stipend

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: February 24, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, other

How to apply: Apply here

Program Coordinator (Development Coordinator)

artsforla on January 22, 2025

This is an excellent opportunity to work for the Community & Library Services Department working under the direction of the Cultural Services Supervisor at the Huntington Beach Art Center. The ideal candidate must possess:
Skills necessary to perform responsible professional duties related to administration, fund development and grant writing, exhibition logistics, marketing, public information, social media, website management and excellent customer service skills.

Salary: $19.62 – $26.30, hourly

Benefits: No.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: February 22, 2025

Documents required to apply: College Transcripts

How to apply: Apply here

Membership and Donor Coordinator

artsforla on January 22, 2025

Tom of Finland Foundation (ToFF), a leading and internationally recognized LGBTQ+ focused arts nonprofit, seeks a full time Membership and Donor Coordinator to act as the liaison between our organization, our Members and Donors. The Coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of membership and general fundraising processes, from serving as the first point of contact for supporter-related questions and in collaboration with the CEO and our Board to organize events to recruit new Members and Donors. They are tasked with maintaining records, tracking membership figures and donation revenues, and coordinating with the accounting department regarding the payment of membership fees and contributions. They will be the point person in the development of new donor management tools to help create robust reporting and tracking systems. They will support the CEO and Fundraising Committees with larger gifts and legacy bequests.

To be successful as a Membership Coordinator one should be able to grow membership and donor revenues annually and build engagement with ToFF and its mission of protecting, preserving and promoting Tom of Finland’s work and extending his legacy by supporting the work of other LGBTQ+ artists and their creative freedom of expression including human sexuality. Ultimately, an excellent coordinator should be an outstanding communicator with a talent for building strong relationships between members and the organization and and have the ability to work well with others. The Foundation is strongly committed to respect, equity, diversity and inclusion and any hire will need to embrace the Foundation’s values and work to uphold them with our communities and partners.

Membership and Donor Coordinator Responsibilities:

Handling all questions and information requests regarding membership and donations
Processing membership applications, renewals, and donor contributions.

Maintaining and updating fundraising records.
Assisting with fundraising and member communications activities.

Collecting data, tracking membership and donation statistics, and preparing reports.

Assist in the development of strategies to recruit new Members and Donors and implement them.

Coordinating with the accounting and information teams to track membership revenues and donations.

Preparing membership marketing materials.

Organizing events and activities for existing and prospective Members and Donors and support other on-site events at TOM House, ToFF’s HQ.

Coordinating with CEO, other team members, board and advisory committee members to plan and execute fundraising activities.

Assist in the development of new donor and membership systems and tools.

Assist in general office operations and teamwork as needed.

On site position to start with some potential for partial remote work once established.

Membership Coordinator Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Arts Management, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent work experience.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in development or marketing, preferably in a nonprofit or arts organization.

Proficiency in Google Workspace, QuickBooks and data management software.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.

Ability to think creatively and take initiative.

Highly organized with analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills.

Salary: $50,000 to $57,000, annually

Benefits: Annual $2,400 contribution for healthcare insurance and paid holidays.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: January 31, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, References, Writing Sample

How to apply: Send an email administration@tomoffinland.org

Development Director

artsforla on January 21, 2025

About Independent Shakespeare Co. (ISC)
Independent Shakespeare Co. cultivates a place of belonging for anyone with a curious mind and adventurous heart. We celebrate individuality, smash expectations, and create local theater that reflects our lives and diverse communities. We reimagine classics and stage bold, contemporary work.

Our foundational values are: creativity, connection, integrity, excellence, and joy.

We strive to embody these values across all aspects of our organization, from the rehearsal room to board meetings, to our interactions with the public and our partners.

Our team is diverse, artistically, administratively and at the board level. We incorporate the values of diversity and equity in all areas of our organization.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

More information about ISC’s history, mission, and values can be found at our website: iscla.org

Job Description
We’re in a period of growth. Building on our strong community ties and successful programming, we’ve codified an ambitious strategic plan which requires a substantial expansion of revenue. Our 2025 budget is $1.2 million, and we are seeking to grow that to $2 million by 2027.

The Development Director will play a pivotal role in securing financial resources to support our mission and programs, and will operate as a key fundraiser to help grow and expand our individual major donor base.

We are seeking an assured and collaborative Director of Development. We’re a small, highly communicative team and the Development Director will work closely with the Artistic Director and Managing Director, with support from other team members including the Development Assistant and Grant Writer.

We’re looking for someone who loves building strong relationships with the diverse range of people that are part of our Los Angeles community; someone excited to meet new people and talking about the importance of funding the arts.

Our development work is grounded in the belief that donors are our partners, deserving of respect and care. Equally, we acknowledge that as partners, our donors must not only support our work on stage, they must understand and support our commitment to anti-racism and equity within the community.

Primary Responsibilities
– Fundraising Strategy and Implementation
Drive comprehensive fundraising strategies to meet annual revenue goals, aligned with the strategic plan.
– Oversee the development and implementation of fundraising campaigns.
– Collaborate with program staff to ensure alignment between fundraising efforts and organizational goals and ethics.
– Donor Relationship and Stewardship
– Build close donor relationships and increase annual individual support through donor stewardship, creating mutually satisfying relationships.
– Identify and recruit new major donors.
– Help identify annual financial goals for the donor portfolio and track progress.
– Nurture alternative giving programs (e.g., planned giving).
– Support the board of directors in its development role.
– Be an advocate for Independent Shakespeare Co. in the community.
– Schedule, attend and document meetings with donors.
– Participate in deepening patron and donor engagement through special events.

Other Administrative Responsibilities
– Participate in strategy sessions regarding both development and also broader organizational concerns, goals, and dreams.

Who Should Apply?
The ideal candidate:
– Is passionate about the ability of the arts to deepen community bonds.
– Has meaningful experience working in non-profit development, and individual giving.
– Is excited by being part of a small, collaborative team, and values creativity.
– Is excited by being in a learning-centered work environment.
– Has familiarity with the Los Angeles philanthropic world.
– Has knowledge of the Salesforce PatronManager platform or a comparable CRM.
– Possesses excellent communication skills (speaking and writing) and is comfortable engaging with people in person and over the phone.
– Is flexible and understands that the landscape of a small arts organization is less hierarchical and more prone to shifts than more codified work environments.
– Is able to attend weekend and evening events as needed (within reason, and with commensurate time off during the regular work week.) ISC’s regular work week is 35 hours: M-F, 10:00 – 5:00.
– Ability to work in person in Los Angeles.

This is a full-time, exempt position.

We are committed to considering a range of applicants! If you feel you can excel in this job, we encourage you to apply.

Salary: $80,000 – $100,000 Annually

Benefits: Health insurance, retirement match, paid time off, and sick leave.

Education requirements: None

Deadline to apply: February 28, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, References

How to apply: Send resume and a cover letter to Artistic Director, Melissa Chalsma at chalsma@iscla.org

Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.

An in-person interview may be followed up by a second interview.