EPIP
Membership and Special Events Manager (HAG)
EPIP, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Membership and Special Events Manager (HAG)
Posted on September 11, 2018Membership and Special Events ManagerReporting to the Deputy Director, External Relations, the Membership and Special Events Manager is responsible for developing donor engagement strategies for the Henry Art Gallery through special events, creative stewardship, and annual giving and membership campaigns. The Membership and Special Events Manager will have significant direct contact with the museum’s diverse internal and external audiences including members, patrons, board, staff, volunteers, and University partners.
The position will work closely with the Henry’s Deputy Director, External Relations to create and implement a successful membership program that builds an engaged community of Henry members. A successful program will deliver value to Henry members by offering meaningful and unique opportunities to connect with the museum through its exhibits, programs, collections, and events.
RESPONSIBILITIES:Member Acquisition and StewardshipLead strategic membership efforts to ensure achievement of annual growth with an equal emphasis on acquisition, retention, generation of revenue, and acknowledgment of the diversity of Henry audiences.Develop a year-round membership acquisition plan that incorporates promotions, renewals, and discounts for all segments of the membership audience.Oversee membership data, gift processing, and acknowledgement. Supervise part-time Donor and Data Services Assistant. Monitor, report, and interpret membership sales and attendance on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.Execute stewardship activities including, but not limited to: weekly gift acknowledgement letters, tailored thank-you and acknowledgment vehicles for major donors, stewardship gatherings, and website acknowledgements as appropriate.Work in collaboration with the Grants and Sponsorships manager to develop and implement corporate partnerships and promotions that extend membership presence and visibility in the community.Work in collaboration with Associate Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations to identify partnership and cross-promotional opportunities with area museums and non-profit organizations.Work with Graphic Designer to create all marketing materials related to member acquisition, renewal, and stewardship.Represent the Henry at community events and in professional networking events with local peers.Event ManagementProvide professional and strategic production management of all events related to museum members and prospects, with an emphasis on higher-level donors. This includes:
Special opening weekend events for members, including patron previews for exhibitions (approximately 5 per year)High-touch dinners with patrons and artists (approximately three to four per year)
Collaborate with curatorial staff to identify opportunities for donors to engage with museum programs and exhibiting artists.Make personal invitations to members when appropriate to deepen their engagement at the museum.Supervise a contract event producer to create the annual Henry Gala.Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience), preferably in marketing, communications, or related field, with demonstrated experience (typically 2 years) working with membership sales or in marketing or fundraising for an organization with similar membership goals and objectives.Proven project management and special event experience, with an accurate and thorough approach to detail.Excellent interpersonal skills; poised manner; ability to exercise discretionary judgment and professionally handle sensitive situations.Superior organizational and time management skills; ability to oversee multiple projects and quickly discern priorities among competing interests.Willingness and ability to learn how to use the Raiser’s Edge database system and other proprietary software products.Experience in training and supervising volunteers.Affinity for working in a museum environment.The Henry is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a positive working environment for employees, students, volunteers, and artists.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: The Henry is committed to diversity and inclusion. Individuals who bring a broad range of perspectives to the workplace are encouraged to apply.Reports to:Deputy Director of External RelationsDetails:This is a .9 full time equivalent (i.e., 90% of full time) that requires semi-regular evening and weekend work. Competitive pay and benefits.
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Posted on September 11, 2018Membership and Special Events ManagerReporting to the Deputy Director, External Relations, the Membership and Special Events Manager is responsible for developing donor engagement strategies for the Henry Art Gallery through special events, creative stewardship, and annual giving and membership campaigns. The Membership and Special Events Manager will have significant direct contact with the museum’s diverse internal and external audiences including members, patrons, board, staff, volunteers, and University partners.
The position will work closely with the Henry’s Deputy Director, External Relations to create and implement a successful membership program that builds an engaged community of Henry members. A successful program will deliver value to Henry members by offering meaningful and unique opportunities to connect with the museum through its exhibits, programs, collections, and events.
RESPONSIBILITIES:Member Acquisition and StewardshipLead strategic membership efforts to ensure achievement of annual growth with an equal emphasis on acquisition, retention, generation of revenue, and acknowledgment of the diversity of Henry audiences.Develop a year-round membership acquisition plan that incorporates promotions, renewals, and discounts for all segments of the membership audience.Oversee membership data, gift processing, and acknowledgement. Supervise part-time Donor and Data Services Assistant. Monitor, report, and interpret membership sales and attendance on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.Execute stewardship activities including, but not limited to: weekly gift acknowledgement letters, tailored thank-you and acknowledgment vehicles for major donors, stewardship gatherings, and website acknowledgements as appropriate.Work in collaboration with the Grants and Sponsorships manager to develop and implement corporate partnerships and promotions that extend membership presence and visibility in the community.Work in collaboration with Associate Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations to identify partnership and cross-promotional opportunities with area museums and non-profit organizations.Work with Graphic Designer to create all marketing materials related to member acquisition, renewal, and stewardship.Represent the Henry at community events and in professional networking events with local peers.Event ManagementProvide professional and strategic production management of all events related to museum members and prospects, with an emphasis on higher-level donors. This includes:
Special opening weekend events for members, including patron previews for exhibitions (approximately 5 per year)High-touch dinners with patrons and artists (approximately three to four per year)
Collaborate with curatorial staff to identify opportunities for donors to engage with museum programs and exhibiting artists.Make personal invitations to members when appropriate to deepen their engagement at the museum.Supervise a contract event producer to create the annual Henry Gala.Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience), preferably in marketing, communications, or related field, with demonstrated experience (typically 2 years) working with membership sales or in marketing or fundraising for an organization with similar membership goals and objectives.Proven project management and special event experience, with an accurate and thorough approach to detail.Excellent interpersonal skills; poised manner; ability to exercise discretionary judgment and professionally handle sensitive situations.Superior organizational and time management skills; ability to oversee multiple projects and quickly discern priorities among competing interests.Willingness and ability to learn how to use the Raiser’s Edge database system and other proprietary software products.Experience in training and supervising volunteers.Affinity for working in a museum environment.The Henry is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a positive working environment for employees, students, volunteers, and artists.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: The Henry is committed to diversity and inclusion. Individuals who bring a broad range of perspectives to the workplace are encouraged to apply.Reports to:Deputy Director of External RelationsDetails:This is a .9 full time equivalent (i.e., 90% of full time) that requires semi-regular evening and weekend work. Competitive pay and benefits.
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