Kite & Key Media · 18 hours ago
Director of Development
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
7+ years expKite & Key Media is a nonprofit digital company dedicated to illuminating significant issues facing America and the world. They are seeking a Director of Development to lead and expand fundraising efforts, manage a portfolio of donors, and grow a new paid membership program.
Media Production
Responsibilities
Work collegially, creatively, and with shared purpose with the Chief Development Officer to achieve fundraising objectives
Develop and implement comprehensive strategy with measurable objectives and goals to generate current and future revenue from foundations and high-net-worth individuals
Design and implement incentives and strategies to convert highly engaged viewers into paying members
Identify prospects, from your own network and from conducting in-depth research, to understand their philanthropic priorities and passions, and structure thoughtful outreach strategies
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in roles related to individual and major donor cultivation, stewardship, foundation grants, and/or membership programs
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline
Proven ability to achieve personal annual fundraising goals of $1 million or more in new gifts
Track record of creating and implementing successful development strategies in accountable positions
Demonstrated success in executing major gifts programs, including prospect engagement, face-to-face cultivation, and solicitation of gifts; strong skills in identifying, researching, cultivating, and stewarding prospects and donors
Experience in building membership efforts alongside major gifts, with insights into effective digital marketing strategies
Willingness to travel domestically (approximately 25%) to engage with prospects and donors, with occasional trips to New York for in-person meetings with the Chief Development Officer. Travel requirements are flexible based on the candidate's preferences
Preferred
Creative and Strategic Thinker: A congenial individual with an entrepreneurial spirit, a sense of urgency, and a knack for finding opportunities. Highly organized, strategic, diplomatic, and results-oriented
Energetic and Passionate: A polished, self-starting individual with vision and drive
Relationship Builder: Skilled at building relationships, inspiring trust and confidence, and collaborating with individuals across various positions inside and outside the organization
Effective Communicator: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, capable of understanding and conveying policy-related ideas, priorities, and issues in ways that inspire donors
Team Player: An excellent team player who works well with others
Unwavering Integrity: Demonstrates honesty, directness, and integrity above reproach
Company
Kite & Key Media
The world is complicated...but the explanations don’t have to be.⚡ New videos every Wednesday.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Vanessa Mendoza
Co-Founder & CEO
Matt Toyer
Chief Development Officer
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