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Penske Media Corporation · 3 days ago

PMC: Grant Writer & Strategic Funding Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company. The Grant Writer & Strategic Funding Specialist will lead the development of proposals and partnerships to secure funding for various initiatives, focusing on areas such as community development and sustainability.

AdvertisingBroadcastingDigital MediaJournalismNewsPublishing

Responsibilities

Develop a comprehensive funding roadmap that aligns with company initiatives — including SXSW & DCP programming, the Bahamas island sustainability project, and cause-driven media campaigns

Identify government, foundation, and corporate funding sources that support creative industries, sustainable development, and cultural innovation

Collaborate with leadership to define funding priorities and social impact objectives

Research, write, and submit high-quality grant proposals, concept papers, and sponsorship applications

Craft persuasive narratives that demonstrate our measurable social, cultural, and economic impact

Coordinate with internal departments (content, sustainability, community engagement, events) to source data, stories, and budgets

Cultivate relationships with foundations, government agencies, NGOs, tourism boards, film commissions, and private funders

Manage reporting and compliance requirements for awarded grants

Support the development of public–private partnerships around creative industries, sustainable tourism, and media innovation

Collaborate with analytics and editorial teams to quantify project outcomes (e.g., jobs created, communities impacted, audiences reached)

Use our media brands to communicate impact stories and enhance visibility with funders

Integrate storytelling and social responsibility messaging across grant deliverables and impact reports

Qualification

Grant writingFundraising experiencePartnership managementCreative industries knowledgeSustainability funding knowledgeProject management skillsExceptional writing abilityStorytelling abilityOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree required, master's in Communications, Journalism, Business, Public Policy, or related field preferred

Minimum 5+ years of experience in grant writing, fundraising, or development — ideally with exposure to creative industries, sustainability, or global initiatives

Demonstrated success securing funding from government agencies (e.g., NEA, NEH, USAID), foundations, or corporate giving programs

Exceptional writing and storytelling ability, capable of translating complex initiatives into compelling proposals

Strong organizational and project management skills; able to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines

Familiarity with funding landscapes for arts, culture, technology, sustainability, and social innovation

Preferred

Experience developing large-scale, cross-sector partnerships that blend commercial and social impact objectives

Background in creative industries, cultural diplomacy, international development, or corporate social responsibility

Understanding of sustainability funding mechanisms, especially those related to renewable energy, local economic development, and community empowerment

Knowledge of federal and international grant portals (e.g., Grants.gov, UN/USAID programs, and philanthropic databases)

Benefits

PMC-Paid Healthcare with no employee paycheck contributions on medical, dental, and vision for you and your family

Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter)

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match

Company discounts and perks including Pet Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Mortgage discounts, and a variety of other savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials

New Flexible Vacation Policy