Director of Development at Media Bridges

Media Bridges seeks a dynamic professional to lead development efforts. Create, direct, plan, & implement a comprehensive development program including events, volunteers, underwriting/sponsorship, individual giving, foundation & government support. We seek a strategic thinker with strong planning and solicitation skills who is able to share knowledge effectively. Applicants must have development experience preferably in a non-profit arts, cultural, or educational organization. Fulltime position with great benefits.

DESCRIPTION: Reports to the Executive Director. Responsibilities include:

  • Work with staff to develop underwriting packages/sponsorship rate
    sheet
  • Research, write and administer grant programs
  • Research and obtain underwriters for Media Bridges' channels, events
    and productions
  • Cultivate and renew donor gifts
  • Conduct information meetings with new prospects (companies,
    individuals, foundations)
  • Write proposals for new/old prospects geared toward donors needs
  • Participate in Chamber events/meetings to create/continue awareness
    about Media Bridges
  • Obtain In-Kind donations for events and facility
  • Assist the board of trustees in their fundraising activities
  • Meet budget goals set for each fiscal year
  • Develop the organizations volunteer base
  • Event planning and assistance as needed
  • Other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director

Media Bridges provides the education, equipment, and environment to assist people in communicating effectively through media.

Send resume, references, & salary desired to HR, 1100 Race St., Cincinnati,
OH 45202 or jobs@mediabridges.org