Principal Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Advancement

● Manage the research, solicitation, and support of writing of all grants, including private foundation grants,

Government grants, and corporate grants.

● Oversee the newly launched CAC Power Up! annual membership program with an emphasis on cultivating,

stewarding, and growing the Come Alive! Donor Circle.

● Create, manage and execute all mailings including year-end giving campaigns; membership renewals and

acquisitions; and acknowledgments of gifts.

● Expand engagement through community partners, affinity groups, and planned giving.

● Work closely with the Engagement Coordinator to identify community and corporate partners to support

programming at CAC. Maintain a nuanced understanding of sponsors’, chairs’, and major donors’ interests,

enthusiasms, connections, and relationships with the legacy of Corita Kent, in order to advance successful

relationships as well as longer-range engagement, cultivation, and stewardship with the philanthropic efforts of

CAC.

● Define quantitative performance metrics for membership and annual giving; track and report membership and

annual giving data and ensure that the programs meet annual revenue goals

● In partnership with the Engagement Coordinator, conceive, manage and evaluate the Corita Art Center’s

development events in order to create an engaging program of membership events that encourage members to

deepen their engagement with and support of the Corita Art Center.

● Lead tours for members and donors.

Administrative

● Process donations, as needed

● Maintain Donor database. Entering donation, correspondence, contact, and research notes.

● Assist with drafting email communications

● Tracking notes and action items from advancement meetings

● Reconciling donations with Finance monthly and assisting with Quickbooks coding weekly.

● Scheduling meetings as requested.

● Develop marketing materials for membership and solicitation materials as needed

● Assist with coordination of content creation and design for membership programming to develop strong points of

engagement

Secondary Responsibilities

● Perform general administrative duties such as filing, copying, running errands, and general data entry as it relates to

marketing, educational, programming, and website

● Complete special projects and basic research as assigned

● Complete all other duties as assigned within the scope of responsibility and skill required for the job.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Traits:

● Bachelor’s degree

● Critical thinker who is highly organized and possesses strong analytical skills

● Comfortable working in a lean but efficient team

● Ability to influence and manage both internal and external partners timelines

● A strong ability to negotiate and source costing

● Knowledge and understanding of art history, design history, and arts education are a plus

● Highly fluent with technology and is a fast learner of new technology platforms

● Highly attentive to detail, able to work collaboratively, and knowledgeable about industry best practices

● Interest in visual art required

Work Experience:

● Minimum 3 years in a related position with increasing responsibility

● Required experience in fundraising in a non-profit arts organization, government relations, or equivalent

Licenses and Certifications:

● Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required

● Ability to obtain a valid passport

Skills and Abilities:

● Proficiency in the use of MS Office software to include: Outlook, Word, Excel

● Proficiency in the use and practice of maintenance of donor databases and donor records

● Familiarity with current trends, issues, and best practices in the field of philanthropy in the visual arts.

● An intention to assist with the mission of CAC to serve a diverse range of audiences

● Excellent eye for detail. Knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography, print, and the web. Superior

knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and other graphic design software a

plus.

● Experience producing effective digital marketing and advertising creatives that convert

● Strong written and verbal communication skills

● Must have excellent attendance and punctuality

● Strong organizational skills and analytical skills

● Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment

● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to accuracy and detail

● Ability to multi-task and think critically

● Ability to work independently and with initiative

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here represent those that an employee must meet

to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: In the work environment described below, the position requires good eye/hand coordination

and working at a desk and utilizing a computer for prolonged periods of time. The position also requires verbal

and written conversation with others, standing, climbing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting/moving objects up to 25

pounds.

• Work Environment: The majority of work will be performed in a hybrid model, an at-home environment, with

days required at the CAC offices. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Work

requires occasional independent travel to and from off-site meetings and events. Occasional weekend, evening,

and night work hours are also required. Immaculate Heart Community wants to ensure the health and safety of all

workers in the workplace and therefore follows local orders, state regulations, and guidance from government

agencies like the CDC, OSHA, EEOC, and local health authorities.

• Employees are required to complete a criminal background check and provide at least three work references. This

position may interface with the public with all precautions and considerations to address COVID-19. The health

and safety of all is our primary goal and consideration. All precautions and protocols will meet LA County

requirements