Development Manager, Membership and Events

About BRIC:

BRIC is a leading arts and media institution anchored in Downtown Brooklyn whose work spans contemporary visual and performing arts, media, and civic action. For over forty years, BRIC has shaped Brooklyn’s cultural and media landscape by presenting and incubating artists, creators, students, and media makers. As a creative catalyst for their community, BRIC ignites learning in people of all ages and centralizes diverse voices that take risks and drive culture forward. BRIC is building Brooklyn’s creative future.

About the Manager, Events and Membership Role:

BRIC seeks a Manager, Membership and Events to manage and oversee BRIC’s membership program and special event strategy, two key avenues of revenue for BRIC. The Manager, Membership and Events will report to the Associate Director, Development. This role will play a key role in driving revenue growth across membership and individuals, devising an event strategy that capitalizes on stewardship and cultivation across all of BRIC’s programs. The ideal candidate will be a team player, comfortable interacting with members and donors, and positioned to take on a leadership role within the department.

What You’ll Do in the Role:

The Manager, Membership and Events will be responsible for the following in addition to any other project as assigned by the Associate Director, Development:

Membership & Individual Giving:

• Oversee the management and growth of BRIC’s membership program with targeted annual and multi-year giving to meet annual goals and strategic plans for growth.
• Devise and assist in the direct cultivation and solicitation of members, annual appeal donors, gala supporters and prospects, including through in-person meetings, special events, telephone, written solicitations/proposals, email, and other means per donor preference and engagement.
• Strategize and collaborate with the BRIC senior leadership and select Board members to maximize revenue generation including, and not limited to: co-cultivating and co-soliciting donors with senior leadership and Board members in key settings.
• Develop and execute strategies to recruit, retain, and upgrade individual members, focusing on effective donor stewardship to build strong donor relationships
• Manage and oversee all aspects of the membership program, including acquisition, renewal, and recognition initiatives, including any donor recognition programs
• Work closely with the marketing and communications team to ensure consistent messaging and branding for membership materials, particularly in digital fundraising, including online giving platforms, crowdfunding, and social media campaigns
• Utilize prospect research and analytical tools to identify, segment, and qualify a broader and deeper pool of prospective members and event attendees with the capacity and affinity to make annual gifts at targeted levels.
• Identify and cultivate major gift prospects within the membership base
• Provide regular reports and analyses on membership performance
• Stay informed about industry best practices and trends in membership management
• Manage full time Development Associate.

Event Management:

• Conceive and implement targeted events/experiences and engagement strategies to drive stewardship and cultivation.
• Develop, plan, and manage all aspects of fundraising, cultivation, and member events
• Conceptualize themes and research requests, assess feasibility, and make recommendations
• Evaluate events and share data with leadership and other stakeholders
• Develop, improve, and document event processes
• Manage all expenses for the Special Events team, including tracking each event and advising on budgets

You’ll Bring these Skills and Strengths to the Role:

• Experience & Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field.
• 3-5 years of fundraising experience.
• Direct experience with membership and membership programming is a plus.
• Mission & Values Alignment: A passion for BRIC’s support of the arts in Brooklyn and a deep commitment to building community, igniting learning and making change through the arts and creativity.
• Commitment to Equity & Inclusion: Desire to operationalize equity within the development function
• Development Experience: A proven track record for successfully implementing events, meeting fundraising goals and developing innovative strategies to foster new member relationships.
• Leadership & Administration: Experience managing team members, donor and member relationships, and partnering with directors across Programs, Finance, and Operations in facilitating comprehensive plans.
• Strong Communicator: Excellent written and verbal communications skills with the ability to listen, question, and synthesize information in a compelling manner.

Other Things to Know:

• Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is $50K - $60K.
• Status and location: This is a full-time exempt role based in our Brooklyn office.
• Benefits: BRIC has a comprehensive benefits package, including: paid time off, 403B retirement plan, pre-tax transit cards, medical flexible spending plans and more. BRIC currently pays 100% of the premium for employee medical, dental and vision coverage starting on the first of the month after 2 months of employment.
• Mission & Values: BRIC is committed to building Brooklyn's creative future. We advance opportunities for visual artists, performers, and media makers. We present bold work that reflects diverse audiences and speaks to the world. We ignite learning in people of all ages. We unite Brooklyn through art and creativity to build community and make change.

How to Apply:

All applicants must submit a resume together with a cover letter outlining the ways in which their skills and experience align with our specific needs via our online application portal found here on our website. Candidates of color and from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

BRIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, military and veteran status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot be used as a basis for an employment decision.