Company Profile:
ARTSblock is a regional arts complex and the home base for the Performing Arts Foundation, Inc., a private non-profit community arts organization located in the historic downtown Wausau. With a mission to promote excellence in the performing arts in North Central Wisconsin, the Performing Arts Foundation (P.A.F.) reaches over 150,000 people each year with performances and instructional programs at the Grand Theater and other facility locations on ARTSblock.
Job Summary:
The Development Director is responsible for crafting and executing a comprehensive fund development strategy to manage fund raising activities, including the annual fund drive, special events, grants, sponsorships. Extensive public contact is required to cultivate donor and community relationships. Full-time salaried position with varied hours with some evenings and weekends.
A successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Fund Development, Communication, Marketing or Business; Administration or equivalent experience; Commitment to the Arts; Strong management, organizational and leadership skills; Outstanding communication skills, including writing, speaking and the ability to listen well; Excellent fund development, customer service and marketing skills; and the Ability and willingness to personally solicit annual gifts and negotiate sponsorships.
Please send letter of application, resume and three references to: The Performing Arts Foundation, Attn: General Manager, 401 N. Fourth Street, Wausau, WI 54401, or via e-mail at: Mlittle@grandtheater.org.
