Annual Giving Manager

The Entertainment Community Fund (formerly The Actors Fund), a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals in performing arts and entertainment, seeks an Annual Giving Manager to manage the direct response fundraising program (membership, appeals, acquisition, cultivation, email campaigns, digital advertising and SMS), recurring giving and midlevel donor stewardship. This position currently operates on a hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of 2-3 days per week in our New York City office. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Annual Giving Manager will coordinate efficient review, editing and approval of all strategies, copy and art for direct response fundraising efforts, ensuring all pieces are in alignment with the brand guidelines of the organization. This role will be responsible for ongoing review and evaluation of all direct response fundraising materials including membership renewals, welcome series, digital ads, donation forms and more. 

The Annual Giving Manager will also manage online giving, ensuring all elements are operating as designed for a cohesive donor experience. In addition, the Annual Giving Manager will manage the recurring giving program, serving as the primary point of contact for recurring donors. This role will work closely with program staff to identify and conduct interviews with clients for fundraising appeals and donor impact reporting. 

The Annual Giving Manager will maintain a portfolio of approximately 50-75 midlevel donors, create acknowledgment letters as needed, process donations, and actively participate in the cultivation, stewardship and retention of midlevel and major donors. The Annual Giving manager will serve as a secondary contact for donor Broadway house seat order fulfillment. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Minimum of three years of experience working in Individual Giving at a not-for-profit institution, preferably in direct response, annual giving and/or donor relations 
• Meticulous writing, proof-reading and editing skills
• Well organized with sharp attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence and cultural competence. Able to communicate effectively with individuals of various backgrounds
• Knowledge and appreciation of the performing arts and entertainment industry, specifically the current Broadway landscape
• Moderate to high proficiency in MS Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and high level of comfort learning new technologies (CRMs, ticketing programs)

 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Available for occasional evening and weekend events outside of regular working hours
• Experience using Raiser’s Edge or other fundraising CRM databases preferred
• Ticketing or box office experience helpful
• Interest in continued growth and education in Individual Giving

ABOUT THIS POSITION

This is a full-time hourly position based in the Entertainment Community Fund’s National Headquarters Office in Times Square, New York City. The Entertainment Community Fund offers a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including: choice of multiple health plans, dental plan, voluntary vision, flex and dependent care plans, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance, supplemental life and disability, 401(k) plan with generous employer match, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off and Wage Works commuter benefit. 

TO APPLY

Apply online at www.entertainmentcommunity.org/careers. A complete application will include a resume, cover letter and salary expectations. 

ABOUT THE ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNITY FUND

The Entertainment Community Fund is a national human services organization that fosters stability and resiliency, and provides a safety net for performing arts and entertainment professionals over their lifespan. Through offices in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, The Fund serves everyone in film, theatre, television, music, opera, radio and dance with programs including social services and emergency financial assistance, health care and insurance counseling, housing, and secondary employment and training services. 

For more about the Entertainment Community Fund, please visit: www.entertainmentcommunity.org.

The Entertainment Community Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Built into the value statement of the Entertainment Community Fund is a commitment to embrace diversity and seek equity, inclusion and dignity for all. We celebrate our differences and strive to cultivate an environment of mutual respect.