POSITION TITLE: Grant Writer
REPORTS TO: Director of Institutional Support
COMPANY: Center Theatre Group
WORK SCHEDULE: Regular, Full time; M-F 10-6
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Center Theatre Group is one of the nation's leading arts and cultural organizations, and Los Angeles' preeminent non-profit theatre company. We produce award-winning theatre year-round in the Ahmanson Theatre, Mark Taper Forum, and Kirk Douglas Theatre with a subscriber base that is the largest of any non-profit theatre arts organization. Our mission is to entertain, but also to provoke and to inspire. We believe that theatre is nothing less than a cultural force that has the power to transform the lives of individuals and society at large.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Grant Writer prepares proposals and reports for Foundation, Government, and Corporate donors. This position is responsible for supporting Center Theatre Group in achieving its Institutional fundraising goals with a focus on grant writing. Duties also include the production of correspondence and support documents as well as donor cultivation, funder research, and proofreading and editing responsibilities.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Manages a personal portfolio of current and prospective donors with an emphasis on Foundation Officers through meetings, phone calls and other donor cultivation strategies.
2. Produces proposals and reports to Foundation, Government, and Corporate donors.
3. Copyedits and proofreads proposals, applications, reports, donor publications, and other documents.
4. Produces correspondence regarding grant administration, including thank-you letters, queries, cover letters, renewal letters, and updates.
5. Prepares documents as part of grant applications and reports, including budgets, expense reports, bios, and season play lists.
6. Researches and identifies new funding sources.
7. Oversees Foundation, Government, Corporate Circle, and Corporate Sponsorship funder credits in all donor publications.
8. Assists with the preparation and implementation of donor cultivation plans.
9. Other duties as assigned.
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Enters Foundation, Government, and Corporate gifts, and maintains donor information in database.
2. Liaises with the Development staff and other departments in the collection of program information needed for proposals and reports, including statistics, brochures, programs, study guides, pictures, thank-you notes, ticket sales reports, and reviews.
3. Prepares application packages for Foundation, Government, and Corporate grant proposals, including photocopying, filing, and mailing.
4. Works as a team member with the rest of the Development staff at a minimum of twelve special events each calendar year.
5. Attends meetings and takes notes when necessary.
6. Maintains good work habits including promptness, adherence to workplace policies, and preparedness for meetings and events.
7. Exhibits responsive follow-through on all donor, supervisor, and staff requests.
8. Maintains a positive attitude with donors and staff.
9. Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and essential skills
1. Outstanding writing and proofreading skills
2. Ability to prepare budget information for proposals and reports
3. Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
4. Ability to work well with people of diverse backgrounds
5. Available to work a flexible schedule as needed. This position is full-time requiring timely attendance.
Essential qualities and abilities
1. Consistent attention to detail and accuracy
2. Ability to stay organized and meet deadlines
3. Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
4. Enthusiasm and dedication
5. Ability to use Window-based computer with keyboard and mouse operation
6. Capacity to carry 20 pounds (e.g., brochures, gifts, etc.) for a distance of at least 50 feet.
Education, Experience and Licensing
1. Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
2. Previous grant writing experience
3. Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
4. Database experience
5. Enthusiasm for raising support for the theatre
6. Background in - or knowledge of - theatre arts preferred
COMPENSATION
The position will receive a competitive compensation. Center Theatre Group also offers a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plan options; escalating vacation, paid sick, personal days and holidays; and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, flex spending accounts, employee assistance program and life and short & long-term disability insurance
TO APPLY
Sell yourself by writing a cover letter that describes why you're the best person for this job. Send resume and cover letter to: CTGjobs@ctgla.org
