Entertainment Careers Casting Calls and Auditions

Onward Search is seeking a Manager of Digital Marketing to join an LA based TV Entertainment Network. This role will be responsible for project management, digital content curation and support of third-party agencies.

Responsibilities:

• Curate, editorialize and update content through a content management system (CMS) across all managed digital platforms

• Support the development of creative digital assets by working with internal departments and external vendors to acquire source materials while overseeing production and export in multiple formats per specifications

• Ensure projects meet defined goals by creating, reviewing, and updating project plans, timelines, estimates, and reporting issues blocking project completion on a day-by-day or week-by-week basis as needed

• Oversee core vendor documents and deliverables including project roadmaps, development timelines, milestones, specifications, and digital asset requests

• Support the development of promotional concepts for digital marketing experiences

• Oversee the development of emails from initial layout through to distribution

• Review and assess analytics for reporting and identify potential areas of improvement

• Ideate and assist in the development of digital activations for integration into events and experiences

• Participate in the development of new and revised website features

Basic Qualifications:

5+ years of related work experience required

• Must be familiar with consumer facing digital products; web, tablet, handheld, and CDO devices

• Must have well-rounded interpersonal skills and experience interacting with diverse personalities in fast pace collaborative working environment

• Must be solution-oriented, highly motivated and a proactive self-starter

• Must have exceptional communication, presentation and negotiation skills

• Understanding of technologies underlying web, mobile and connected devices and thorough knowledge of prevailing and emerging consumer internet-related technologies

Preferred:

Skills in Web Analytics systems (e.g. Omniture), JIRA

• Experience with InDesign, Illustrator or Photoshop a plus

Education:

• Four-year college degree

Onward Search

Our client is a leading operations and sports investment firm, nurturing a passion for sports. The company’s legacy of excellence spans across its ownership and management of sports clubs, entertainment events, tournaments, facilities, operations, and software.

We are looking for a Marketing Manager that is eager to jump into a growing direct to consumer (DTC) business. Set in a fast-paced environment with an entrepreneurial spirit, a culture of teamwork, sportsmanship, and community involvement. We are now seeking a dynamic and creative Marketing Manager, DTC Retail and Ecommerce to help us implement new solutions and programs driving revenue on a daily basis.

This Marketing Manager is a Retail focused online digital marketer, who is an extremely sales-driven individual. They will have a strong e-commerce sales background, preferably in the sporting goods space. They love all aspects of CRM, have creative testing experience, and are always keeping an eye on competitors and new creative marketing opportunities. A teammate with a fun, can-do attitude, and driven personality will fit right in!

Responsibilities:

• Lead website updates for retail marketing campaigns
• Run all CRM driving digital + performance marketing: email, newsletters, SMS, website
• Continually drive upsells, new user acquisition, and retention, moving customers along the purchase funnel
• Provide analytics and reporting on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
• Work with cross-functional teams to deliver online sales and revenue-driving business goals
• Support 2 local retail stores’ social media and SMS strategy
• Tools used: Klaviyo, MailChimp, Shopify, TapMango, Lightspeed/Vend, WordPress

Bonus: Sports background, sports retail, social media marketing

Hemdev Recruiting

Onward Search needs a Digital Marketing Content Manager for an entertainment media company. In this role you will be responsible for project management, content curation and support 3rd party agencies.

This is a six month project opportunity working onsite Monday-Thursday in Los Angeles, CA and working from home on Friday.

As a Digital Marketing Content Manager you’ll:

• Manage the curation, editorialization, and ongoing content updates across web and various managed digital platforms using a content management system (CMS).
• Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to source materials and oversee the production and export of creative digital assets in multiple formats, adhering to specified requirements.
• Ensure that projects align with their predefined objectives by creating, reviewing, and updating project plans, timelines, estimates, and addressing any issues that hinder project completion on a daily or weekly basis as necessary.
• Supervise essential vendor documents and deliverables, encompassing project roadmaps, development timelines, milestones, specifications, and requests for digital assets.
• Contribute to the generation of creative concepts for digital marketing experiences.
• Oversee the end-to-end development of email campaigns, from initial layout to distribution.
• Evaluate and interpret analytics for the purpose of reporting and identifying potential areas for enhancement.
• Collaborate on brainstorming and actively contribute to the development of digital activations for integration into events and experiences.
• Play a role in the planning and execution of new and updated website features.

Skills & Experience needed:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a closely related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience is necessary.
• Proficiency in consumer-facing digital products for various platforms, including web, tablets, handheld devices, and CDO devices is essential.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, with experience in effectively collaborating with diverse personalities within a fast-paced, cooperative work environment.
• Display a solution-oriented mindset, high motivation, and a proactive, self-starting approach.
• Exhibit exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the technologies underpinning web, mobile, and connected devices, with comprehensive knowledge of current and emerging consumer internet-related technologies.
• Familiarity with Web Analytics systems (e.g., Omniture) is preferred, and experience with JIRA is a plus.
• Proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop is considered advantageous.

To be considered for this Digital Marketing Content Manager opportunity, apply today!

What’s in our benefits packages:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

Onward Search

ECHO Realty is seeking to hire a Marketing/GIS Assistant who will be responsible for marketing and administrative support of the Nashville, Tennessee office by performing the following duties.

Contributions you will make to the team:

1. Models ECHO’s core values (The ECHO Way) and exhibits exemplary leadership.

2. Assists in coordinating and designing integrative, professional, quality marketing material for the Nashville brokers.

3. Prepares the entrance strategy presentations and ongoing maps & site selection books for major retailers for the tenant rep and leasing departments.

4. Compiles necessary tax map information, demographic reports, traffic counts, and other data to assist brokers.

5. Maintains all marketing materials.

6. Performs marketing and administrative clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, arranging conference calls, managing broker and client travel/entertainment reservations, and scheduling meetings.

7. Coordinates efforts with the Director of Marketing and Marketing Department in Pittsburgh.

8. Updates and maintains property listings which includes assisting with signage for listings.

9. Maintain and audit records of closed deal files for principal broker per TREC requirements.

10. Maintains membership licensing requirements and renewals.

11. Responsible for office invoicing and credit card reconciliation for brokers.

12. Assists in keeping office clean, organized, and stocked.

Requirements you’ll need to be successful:

· Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· GIS and Real Estate knowledge preferred, but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Organizational skills

· Ability to multitask

· Ability to maintain accuracy

· Attention to detail

· Creative flair

· Professionalism

· Time management skills

· Oral and written communication skills

· Self-motivated

Our Culture:

At ECHO, we’ve gone to great lengths to build a culture of empowerment and integrity. Our employees are encouraged to think differently and bring new ideas to every conversation.

We believe success is built from the inside out, which is why we have always been intentional about fostering the culture at ECHO. It starts with hiring the right people for our team, and it continues throughout everything we do.

This all-in mentality is the bedrock of our culture, which we affectionately refer to as The ECHO Way. Through effective communication, empowerment and leading by example, we hold ourselves to these principles in all that we do.

Why ECHO?

At ECHO, the vibe is perpetually welcoming—and business relationships are authentic, in large part because this self-professed team of straight shooters work hard every day to stay on top of market trends, listen to their clients’ needs, bend when they need to and close deals that lead to long-term business success for everyone involved. We seek individuals who want to be part of our hard working, highly successful team.

ECHO Retail

Onward Search is partnering with an Entertainment Company to find a Content Manager, Digital Marketing. This is a contract role slated for 6 months, and needs to be onsite Mon-Thurs in Century City based office.

This role will be responsible for project management, digital content curation and support of third-party agencies.

Responsibilities:

• Support the development of promotional concepts for digital marketing experiences

• Ideate and assist in the development of digital activations for integration into events and experiences

• Support the development of creative digital assets

• Participate in the development of new and revised website features

• Ensure projects meet defined goals by creating, reviewing, and updating project plans, timelines and estimates

• Curate, editorialize and update content through a content management system (CMS) across branches of company and all managed digital platforms

• Oversee core vendor documents and deliverables including project roadmaps, development timelines, milestones, specifications, and digital asset requests

• Oversee the development of emails from initial layout through to distribution

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of related work experience required

• Must be familiar with consumer facing digital products; web, tablet, handheld, and CDO devices

• Understanding of technologies underlying web, mobile and connected devices and new tech

• Skills in Web Analytics systems (e.g. Omniture), JIRA

• Experience with InDesign, Illustrator or Photoshop a plus

• Must be solution-oriented, highly motivated and a proactive self-starter

• Must have exceptional communication, presentation and negotiation skills

• Four-year college degree

——- Information about Onward Search ——-

• What’s in our benefits packages: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

At Onward Search, our job is to find you dream jobs.

We are creatives, marketers and digital wizards who use our talents to connect talented people with the nation’s leading brands. And our relationship won’t end with your start date.

More than recruiters, we are your advocates, advisors, and employers of record. We pay weekly, make sure your needs are met, and measure our success by yours. Join us.

DE&I is not just our promise, it’s our passion.

Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment regarding race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances.

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Onward Search

Marketing Coordinator II

Position Location: Orlando or West Palm Beach, FL

Reports to Marketing Manager

Position Summary

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2023 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

Primary functions are to maintain marketing information systems, develop proposals and presentations (coordinate, strategize, compose), and support the Business Development efforts.

Responsibilities Of Marketing Coordinator’s Role

• Prepare high quality and timely engineering proposals, qualifications, reports, presentations, brochures, award submittals, and other communications.
• Facilitate, coordinate, and participate in kick-off meetings and proposal production activities.
• Coordinate with consultant firms for teaming and gathering marketing materials.
• Communicate and interact with engineers, project managers, and technical staff.
• Meet strict deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Interview subject matter experts and edit technical content for target audiences.
• Assist with the planning of client entertainment events and conferences.
• CRM database maintenance, including writing and organizing resumes and project descriptions.
• Assist with maintaining corporate website and social media channels.
• Prepare and submit press releases and technical articles; coordinate special events and speaking opportunities.
• Collaborate with other departments for internal presentations and/or staff events.

Additional Responsibilities Of Marketing Coordinator’s Role

• Assist with Large Agency submittals and Statement of Economic and Financial Condition (SEFC).
• Assist with organizing and preparing marketing materials for business development efforts.
• Assist with organizing professional conferences/seminars.

Position Requirements

• BA/BS in Marketing, Communications or related field.
• 3 or more years’ experience in marketing field.
• Strong writing skills and an understanding of the fundamental principles of graphic layout and design.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (specifically InDesign), and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task and pay close attention to details.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of social media, graphic design, and video creation/editing a plus.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint, Open Asset, and Hubspot a plus.

Join Our Team! – At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman, Inc. is an equal opportunity – affirmative action – M/F/Vet/Disability employer
Baxter & Woodman

Marketing Coordinator II

Position Location: Orlando or West Palm Beach, FL

Reports to Marketing Manager

Position Summary

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2023 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

Primary functions are to maintain marketing information systems, develop proposals and presentations (coordinate, strategize, compose), and support the Business Development efforts.

Responsibilities Of Marketing Coordinator’s Role

• Prepare high quality and timely engineering proposals, qualifications, reports, presentations, brochures, award submittals, and other communications.
• Facilitate, coordinate, and participate in kick-off meetings and proposal production activities.
• Coordinate with consultant firms for teaming and gathering marketing materials.
• Communicate and interact with engineers, project managers, and technical staff.
• Meet strict deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Interview subject matter experts and edit technical content for target audiences.
• Assist with the planning of client entertainment events and conferences.
• CRM database maintenance, including writing and organizing resumes and project descriptions.
• Assist with maintaining corporate website and social media channels.
• Prepare and submit press releases and technical articles; coordinate special events and speaking opportunities.
• Collaborate with other departments for internal presentations and/or staff events.

Additional Responsibilities Of Marketing Coordinator’s Role

• Assist with Large Agency submittals and Statement of Economic and Financial Condition (SEFC).
• Assist with organizing and preparing marketing materials for business development efforts.
• Assist with organizing professional conferences/seminars.

Position Requirements

• BA/BS in Marketing, Communications or related field.
• 3 or more years’ experience in marketing field.
• Strong writing skills and an understanding of the fundamental principles of graphic layout and design.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (specifically InDesign), and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task and pay close attention to details.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of social media, graphic design, and video creation/editing a plus.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint, Open Asset, and Hubspot a plus.

Join Our Team! – At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman, Inc. is an equal opportunity – affirmative action – M/F/Vet/Disability employer
Baxter & Woodman

SUMMARY

The Associate Marketing Manager will report directly to Marketing Manager and will act as the senior in the marketing team in developing annual marketing plans and launching product lines. We are searching for a results-oriented candidate, with a strong zeal towards bringing ideas to life. A strong candidate will have a strong understanding of the U.S. fast casual industry operations and possess great project management skills, which includes but it not limited to: problem solving, negotiation, time management, and communication.

JOB DUTIES (include but are not limited to the following)

• Own the execution of TOUS les JOURS’ brand strategy, which includes, but is not limited to, go-to-market plan development, new product launches, and digital marketing initiatives.
• Leads the team in developing annual and monthly marketing plan including LTO launches, new product development, seasonal promotions, social media campaigns, and PR.
• Own and manage assigned product category and tracks progress of each new product against goals.
• Manage overall product SKU with different categories and analyze sales, revenue, P&L of each product.
• Act as a brand advocate, maintain excellent relations with external vendors and franchisees.
• Perform market research to understand the trend related to new product and business model development.
• Excellent communication and management skill with local vendor for new products.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Operations, R&D, Supply Chain, and Store Development to develop overall marketing and promotional plans to support each value chain.
• Communicate with overseas office for variety of projects and marketing tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Marketing required
• BA/BS degree with minimum 5 years of experience in F&B, preferable at a QSR brand
• Strong communication skills in both written and verbal, previous experience working with a media agency would be a nice-to-have.
• Previous experience working with retail data (POS), and be comfortable working with a large amount of numerical data.
• Bilingual in Korean preferred
• Must be proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Must have a self-starter attitude and be able to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work weekends or holidays if required

Employee Benefits

• Med/Den/Vis/Life Insurance (100% Company Covered) from Day 1

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Leave (short term 100% covered)

• 401(k) 5% Match (no vesting period!) from Day 1

• Flexible Time Available

• Free Onsite Lunch Catering OR daily Lunch Allowances through payroll

• $600 Lifestyle Allowance (Annually)

• Cellphone Reimbursements

• Employee Discounts (40% off CJ products & services)

• Paid Holidays (11 days)

• Paid Time Off (generous and increases by tier!) (20+days from 1st Year)

• Paid Maternity Leave (paid 100% for 12 weeks)

• Paid Secondary Caregiver Leave (up to 2 weeks)

• Paid Creative Leave (up to 4 weeks specified on years of service + monetary value)

• Education Benefit ($1,000 every year) provided

• Talent Sharing Opportunities

• Employee Club Activities (movie, e-sports, book, sports activity club, etc.)

• Relocation bonus provided

• & Much More

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

​CJ Group

Established in 1953, CheilJedang (CJ) began as a food manufacturing company within the Samsung Corporation. Spinning off from Samsung in 1993, CJ Corporation has developed its business portfolio into four core sectors – Food & Food Service, Bio & Pharma, Entertainment & Media, and Shopping & Logistics. Creating products and services that promote a healthy, happy and convenient lifestyle, CJ has become one of Korea’s most innovative companies.

​CJ Foodville USA

CJ Foodville USA is the parent company of TOUS les JOURS, a French-Asian inspired bakery café, offering more than 300 different kinds of bakery goods, including bread, pastries, cakes, desserts, and beverages. TOUS les JOURS means “every day” in French. The bakery bakes everyday to provide fresh products for the guests and takes pride in sourcing and using carefully selected fine ingredients. TOUS les JOURS continues to expand and embrace innovation in all markets. With its franchising ‘know-how’ and continuous support from the team, the brand is getting tremendous amount of attention from people who are interested in setting up small businesses. Currently, there are about 100 TOUS les JOURS stores in the U.S. and more than 1,700 stores globally.

CJ Foodville USA continued to generate positive operating income for 5 consecutive years with average annual revenue growth rate of 30%. The company plans to open more than 1,000 stores in the U.S. till year 2030.

For more information about the brand, please visit: https://www.tljus.com

CJ Foodville USA

ABOUT:

For over 30 years, Funrise has been a global innovator and industry leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of toys worldwide. Our mission is to ‘create fun’ for kids of all ages by building impactful brands through innovation, creativity, and imagination.

Our portfolio consists of internal brands including BFF BRIGHT FAIRY FRIENDS™, GAZILLION®, MIGHTY FLEET™, FART NINJAS™, and more, as well as licensed properties from premier partners like Cat®, TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES and other global entertainment companies.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Funrise is looking to add a Senior Marketing Manager to the team. The Senior Marketing Manager is a key leadership opportunity. This role plays a pivotal role in overseeing marketing campaigns, cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with corporate goals. The ideal candidate is an accomplished marketing strategist with extensive experience, a proven track record of driving brand growth and revenue, exceptional leadership skills, and a data-driven, innovative approach to campaign management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with Global Marketing leads to develop the Global and US positioning and best in class go-to-market strategies to deliver global direction and brand launch alignment.
• Work with marketing and design leads on final approval for all strategic 360 marketing plans, assets and launch timing.
• Determine the media strategy and optimal channel mix, including planning principles/guidelines across TV, streaming, digital (YouTube), and social media.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and consumer insights to inform marketing plans.
• Collaborate with creative teams to develop compelling and on-brand advertising materials.
• Manage product launch strategies, ensuring successful market entry and maximizing product visibility.
• Coordinate with product development teams to align marketing efforts with product roadmaps.
• Develop and manage marketing budgets, optimizing resource allocation for maximum ROI.
• Track and report on campaign performance and budget utilization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure marketing initiatives are aligned with overall Funrise objectives.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging and identity across all marketing materials and campaigns.
• Monitor brand health and reputation, taking action to enhance and protect the brand.
• Identify opportunities for market expansion, new product development, and partnerships to drive revenue growth.
• Assess market trends and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Provide clear direction, coaching, and support to direct reports to achieve agreed objectives and oversee their day-to-day workloads and performance.
• Collaborate with direct reports to establish individual KPIs and conduct regular reviews.
• Manage the professional development and training of team members, emphasizing timely and constructive feedback on a regular basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in media planning and buying, digital marketing, and/or advertising including execution and the evaluation of the effectiveness of media campaigns that drive strong ROAS.
• Experience or knowledge of the toy industry and consumer marketing highly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and innovation in marketing approaches.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-pace environment managing multiple brands and internal stakeholders.

Compensation: $125k – $150k

Location: Van Nuys

Hybrid, Full-time, Exempt

Funrise is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Funrise recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Funrise

SARASOTA ORCHESTRA IS RECRUITING NOW FOR A CAMPAIGN DIRECTOR!

Since 1949, Sarasota Orchestra has inspired and entertained music-lovers across the region and visitors from around the world. A cultural leader in a city known for its vibrant arts community, Sarasota Orchestra’s threefold mission is dedicated to exquisite performance and first-class musical education. As the oldest continuing orchestra in the state of Florida, each year the 76-member Orchestra performs more than 100 classical, pops, chamber music, and community outreach concerts. The mission of Sarasota Orchestra is to engage, educate, and enrich our community through high-quality, live musical experiences. 

Title:                      Campaign Director 

Department:          Music Center Campaign

Reports To:           President and CEO

Classification:      Full-Time; Salary/Exempt

Location:               Sarasota, FL

Supervises:           None

General Overview:

The Campaign Director is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of the Sarasota Orchestra’s comprehensive campaign. The Campaign Director will also play a key role in principal and major gift solicitations toward the campaign, endowment and operating funds in collaboration with the Donor Engagement team.

This overall institutional fundraising effort, in partnership with the Board, senior management, donor engagement team, and consultants, will support the creation of a new music center and expansion of the Orchestra’s endowment to provide financial support to maintain and expand programs, achieve operational stability and firmly establish a broad-based center that will enhance the region’s cultural, educational, economic and social vibrancy.

Responsibilities

Major Gift Solicitation & Stewardship

·      Secure principal and major gifts in partnership with CEO, VP of Advancement & Strategic Initiatives and other key staff to achieve campaign and operating goals.

·      Establish solicitation priorities, manage prospect lists, oversee prospect research, and develop cultivation plans and solicitation strategies for major gift prospects.

·      As a member of the Major Gifts team, participate in cultivation and stewardship of major prospects for the campaign.

·      Oversee refinement and implementation of campaign policies and documents including but not limited to the following: campaign gift acceptance and crediting policies, development and execution of gift agreements, and management of inventory of naming opportunities.  

·      Prepare and support staff, board members and volunteers for campaign solicitations.

·      Achieve agreed upon institutional metrics and personal solicitation goals.

Campaign Administration

·      Working with fundraising consultants, serve as the point person for development of the campaign operating plan in partnership with Senior Management, Donor Engagement team, and Board /key Board committees.

·      Guide the work of the staff Campaign Team and interface with the volunteer Campaign Committee.

·      Implement and manage major capital campaign that supports construction, growth related expenses, and endowment expansion.

·      Work collaboratively with the Donor Engagement Team to ensure alignment of capital campaign efforts with all Donor Engagement spheres.

·      Work with senior management and marketing to develop capital campaign print and electronic collateral material and coordinate campaign communications materials.

·      Evaluate and prepare recommendations for staffing the campaign team.

·      Establish and manage campaign committees and volunteer leadership.

·      Provide strategic counsel and administrative support for campaign volunteer leaders.

·      Manage the capital campaign fundraising budget in concert with the CEO, CFO, and VP of Advancement and Strategic Initiatives.

·      Implement programs and activities to raise public interest in music center project

·      Collaborate with campaign communications team, consultants and VP of Advancement and Strategic Initiatives on all donor communications related to campaign activities and promotions.

·      Work with campaign committees and senior staff to create content and talking points for newsletters and media.

·      Ensure data related to prospects and donors is recorded and tracked in Tessitura.

·      Manage campaign recordkeeping, evaluate progress against goals, prepare periodic reports on fundraising and present to Campaign Committee, Board of Directors, and senior management.

·      Through collaboration with Donor Engagement Team, ensure donor acknowledgement, stewardship and public recognition, as appropriate and in alignment with campaign gift policies.

·      Perform other relevant duties and projects as assigned.

Professional and Personal Qualifications

·      Bachelor’s degree.

·      10 plus years of Development experience in major and/or principal gifts.

·      Proven track record of success, with specific experience in capital campaigns, principal and major gift solicitations, and the tracking/monitoring of pledges.

·      Proven success at securing campaign support.

·      Knowledge of local, statewide, and national philanthropic communities.

·      Knowledge of planned giving, with continuous learning of best practices and updates in the field

·      Experience in managing capital campaign budgets.

·      Excellent interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills, capable of working effectively with Board members, staff, volunteers, consultants and donors/prospects.

·      Energetic, self-motivated, professional, flexible and adaptable with a sense of humor, able to multi-task and work independently in a hands-on environment.

·      An excellent team player with an attitude of service and ability to motivate others.

·      Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends as required.

·      Excellent organizational skills.

·      Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

·      Strong Microsoft Office, and development software experience (Tessitura a plus).

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, sit, stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, and viewing a computer terminal. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. 

Working Conditions

The job operates in a professional environment including office and performance hall settings. The environment is generally moderate in temperature and noise level.

If you are interested in this opportunity with Sarasota Orchestra, please apply via e-mail with a cover letter and resume to [email protected] or call 941-487-2704 with any questions you may have. Thank you!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sarasota Orchestra