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Come work with us at Houston Ballet! Picture yourself at an amazing organization committed to inspiring a lasting love and appreciation for dance through artistic excellence, exhilarating performances, innovative choreography, and superb educational programs. At Houston Ballet, you’ll be surrounded by creative teams who challenge you, support you, inspire you, and celebrate artistic achievement.
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*Please note: This position requires work time outside normal business hours.
Summary: Reporting to the Director of Individual Giving, the Annual Fund Manager contributes to fundraising efforts on behalf of Houston Ballet by providing donors and prospective donors (up to the Ambassador level) opportunities to contribute to and engage with the Ballet. Through data-driven direct mail campaigns, annual fund donor events and management of a personal portfolio of donors and prospects, this position is an integral part of the Individual Giving team and its goal to build a community of dance enthusiasts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned;
Create and execute all aspects of Houston Ballet’s annual fund direct mail and e-campaigns; including pulling data, drafting copy, liaising with other teams and departments as well as the mail house, and providing analysis of results
Create and execute special annual fund campaigns such as Giving Tuesday and Nutcracker Costume Underwriting
Manage a personal portfolio of individual donors and prospects (exact number to be determined)
Assist in managing the In the Wings pre-performance lecture series, including pulling data for invitation lists and running individual events
Coordinate updating and maintaining Individual Giving collateral such as General Membership, Ambassador, Young Ambassador and Arabesque Society brochures
Prepare donor correspondence, including donation acknowledgement letters, monthly Ambassador renewal remits and the annual holiday card
Supervise interns working on Individual Giving projects (in collaboration with Development Coordinator)
Manage cultivation and stewardship events as assigned
Keep accurate and timely records in Tessitura related to donor giving and activities
Assist with the re-integration of the Nutcracker Market into Development by taking part in Market and Guild activities
Operate as an integral member of the Development Department
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum REQUIREDQualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher degree required
Minimum of one year of professional development experience in non-profit setting
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Attention to detail, excellent follow-through skills, and demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment
A respect for confidentiality and professionalism
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work and be able to meet tight deadlines
Exceptional computer skills, including prior database, Word, and Excel experience
Preferred ADDITIONAL Qualifications:
Prior dance experience or knowledge is helpful.
Tessitura experience a significant plus.
BENEFITS:
Houston Ballet presents an enticing benefits package for eligible full-time employees.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Statement:
Houston Ballet is dedicated to creating meaningful change by cultivating a space that honors what is unique in all of us. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) are instrumental in the fulfillment of our mission and values. We recognize our responsibility to be an inclusive and open organization for students, artists, staff, trustees, and volunteers of all backgrounds.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Join us, together we are Houston Ballet.
Core Values:
Houston Ballets shared values are essential to our success as a world-class ballet company and academy. These values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape our culture.
EXCELLENCE: We are passionate about results. Our programs are recognized and awarded for excellence. We are committed to delivering quality programs at the highest standard. Work in all departments matches the caliber of the programming on stage.
ENGAGED: We are proud to be a part of a company that produces art and trains artists. We attend performances and are tremendous advocates for the education and community engagement programs we offer. We are all in and well-versed in the mission of Houston Ballet.
DRIVEN: We are driven to take goals and run with them. We are excited to deliver results beyond expectations. We are accountable for our actions and work. We reinvent Standard Operations Procedures, leaving our jobs better than we found them. Much of our work product becomes the standard for individuals who will fill our roles in the years to come.
COLLABORATIVE: We unite around Houston Ballets mission and support each other in reaching goals. We share information widely and generously and treat our team members, customers, and patrons with respect and sensitivity. We embrace inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. We recognize our responsibility to be an open, welcoming, and anti-racist organization where students, artists, staff, trustees, and volunteers of all backgrounds collaboratively learn, work and serve. We nurture the growth and understanding of how each of us fits into the larger picture and we celebrate organizational achievements.
PATRON-CENTERED: Our patrons (subscribers/supporters/donors/stakeholders) are at the center of all we do and are at the top of our minds in our decisions and actions. Our patrons are delighted by the excellent customer service they receive at every interaction at Houston Ballet.
Full Time
Education & Training Services
$92k-129k (estimate)
03/05/2024
05/04/2024
houstonballet.org
HOUSTON, TX
200 - 500
1970
Private
JAMES NELSON
<$5M
Education & Training Services