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Development Manager
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Washington, DC, United States
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Description
Hamiltonian Artists is a dynamic catalyst for DC’s creative economy and a vibrant center for contemporary art in Washington, DC. Through its unique investment into the next generation of cutting-edge artists, Hamiltonian helps artists to develop important business skills, professional experiences and visibility to support and sustain their art career. Through artist talks, public events and its membership program, the organization contributes to the vitality of DC’s burgeoning arts scene by deepening the appreciation for contemporary art and culture throughout Washington, DC and beyond.
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The Development Manager will work under the direction and guidance of the Executive Director of Hamiltonian Artists Inc (HA), a 501c3 artist-centric art organization in Washington DC. The Development Manager will assist the HA board, its Executive Director and other staff in developing and implementing plans and actions that will:
Expand awareness of HA among individuals, foundations, organizations, local governments, with an interest in the mission of the HA;
Further develop and promote in various ways the “case for support”;
Continue engagement of donors and potential donors via small events in the gallery, targeted mailings, and similar donor cultivation activities;
Continue to develop the base necessary for sustained funding to support the HA.
Specific tasks and responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Research appropriate funding sources based on local giving patterns and interests.
Develop targeted list of potential funding sources (corporate and stand-alone foundations, corporate gifts, wealthy individuals, business sponsors), including proposal due dates, giving history, etc.
Write fundraising letters and appeals, maintaining regular correspondence with foundations, donors, and board members, and oversee mailings.
Initiate fundraising and/or donor engagement activities and events.
Maintain and update in-house database for HA supporters and funders.
Prepare drafts of grant proposals and reports.
Prepare boilerplate information about the HA for use in proposals.
Monitor relevant websites (Network for Good, Guidestar) to update information about HA.
Work with Hamiltonian Gallery to ensure that planned activities of HA and the Gallery are complementary.
The ideal applicant will have the following qualifications.
BA required, MA a plus.
Excellent written communication, research, and organizational skills.
Ability to develop and manage budgets and prepare financial reports.
Interest in contemporary art.
Computer literacy, with experience with fundraising databases preferred.
1-2 years of experience working in non-profit development and/or arts administration.