Board of Directors for the Academy of Fine Arts

The Academy of Fine Arts, anchored by the historic Academy of Music Theatre, inspires, engages and educates the diverse population of Central Virginia in the performing and visual arts.

We are a leading arts and entertainment destination offering experiences that delight the senses, stimulate the imagination and engage people of all ages and backgrounds. We are a significant contributor to the vitality, quality of life, and economic health of our region.

POSITION AVAILABILITY ANNOUNCEMENT
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Director of Development - The Academy of Fine Arts, downtown Lynchburg's leading fine arts organization, is seeking a full time Director of Development. The Director is responsible for leading and administering the current Capital Campaign to restore the 106-year old Academy of Music Theatre and the on-going Annual Campaign.
The Director of Development plans, organizes, and directs all on-going and special project fundraising programs identified by the leadership of the Academy of Fine Arts. These include, but are not limited to, the annual fund, capital projects (Cornerstone Campaign), grants, planned giving, endowment fund, and special events. He/She works with key staff, Board of Trustees, volunteers, and donors to carry out those duties. Reports to the Executive Director.
Must possess strong computer skills. Must be proficient in learning and implementing new program software.
Requires background check.
Salary - Upper 40's. Submit resume to Cathy Sackett via email to csackett@academyfinearts.com Position available March 2012.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

At the Academy of Fine Arts, the Director of Development is the staff person charged with implementing the development program. He works with key staff, Board and volunteers, such as the Development and Cornerstone Campaign Committees and the Friends of the Academy, to carry out the following:
Annual Fund
Direct Mail
Major Gift solicitation
Corporate solicitation
Special Events
Grants
Stewardship of Gifts
PR & Marketing
Endowment Building Program

Capital Campaign
Major Gift solicitation
Assistance to Campaign Committee
Grants
Special Events
Stewardship of gifts
PR & Marketing

Other duties:
Administrative
Staff oversight: Development Assistant, Grant writer, other consultants
Interface with Finance, particularly regarding budgeting and audit
Assistance to Executive Director and Board as needed
Assistance to other staff as time permits
Implementation of Strategic Plan within department and assistance to other departments as specified
File all state charity registrations materials as needed

POSITION AVAILABILITY ANNOUNCEMENT DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

POSITION AVAILABILITY ANNOUNCEMENT
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT