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Assistant Development Director
Organization Background
Described by Newsweek as “One of the most exciting companies in
American theatre,” the Center for Puppetry Arts is the largest nonprofit
organization in the United States dedicated to the art form of puppetry.
Through its performance, museum and education programs, the Center educates,
enlightens and entertains audiences, nurtures the world community of artists,
expands the puppetry art form, and explores the past, present and future
of puppetry.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Development Director and with the assistance of the Grants
Manager the Assistant Development Director is responsible for the development
of winning grant proposals and reports for private and public funders.
This position is currently part-time (80 hours a month) with the potential
to become full-time.
Duties
*Develop and submit persuasive letters of inquiry, grant applications
and proposals
*Qualify prospective funders, analyze the fit between the program/funder
and recommend strategies for grant opportunities
*Work collaboratively with other departments to develop accurate budgets
and program/project descriptions
*Write post grant reports to funders
*Act as liaison with funders and maintain positive working relationships
*Other duties as required
Preparation and Knowledge
*Bachelor’s degree
*Minimum of 3 years of proposal writing experience with demonstrated success
*Excellent written communication skills with a proven ability to write
clearly and concisely
*Demonstrated experience managing collaborative proposal development
*Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
*Strong critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork and interpersonal
skills
Experience Required: Minimum 3 yrs
Preferred Major: Communications, Journalism, English
Preferred Degree: Bachelors
Instructions for application
Include a cover letter and a writing sample with your resume. To apply,
please email a resume and cover letter to karenramps@puppet.org.
No phone calls please.
Interns at the Center for Puppetry Arts are an integral part of the departments,
and as such, their ideas and input will be valued. Payment will be the
items produced that the intern can put into his/her portfolio. In addition,
interns will receive 4 free tickets to all family performances, and 2
free tickets to all adult performances during the internship, as well
as a 20% discount in the Center’s Museum Store. Stipends may also
be available.
Development:
The Center for Puppetry Arts seeks an intern to assist the Development
department in day-to-day activities. Duties include assisting with writing
and production of fundraising appeals; researching potential contributors
and fundraising ideas; and assisting with the planning, organization and
logistics of cultivation parties and other special events.
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the job description and application instructions >
Marketing:
Marketing interns assist the Marketing Director, Public Relations Manager,
and/or Audience Development Manager in day-to-day activities of the Marketing
department. Duties include assisting with cross promotions; writing letters
and other promotional copy; distributing Center material; and researching
potential audiences.
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the job description and application instructions >
Graphic Design:
The Center for Puppetry Arts seeks an intern to assist the Graphic Designer.
Duties include producing the Center’s online study guides; assisting
the design of ads for various publications; updating the Center’s
Web site; and assisting the design of programs for Center performances.
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the job description and application instructions >
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