New York, NY
United States
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MCC Theater is pleased to be launching a search for a new senior leader dedicated to revenue strategy, relationship building, and the long-term sustainability of the organization. This new role, Director of Advancement & Audience Strategy, will join the organization at an exciting moment of achievement and impact. Charged with overseeing both development and marketing efforts, this strategic leader will report to MCC’s Executive Director, work closely with the Artistic Directors, and be a pivotal member of the MCC team. In addition to having experience and knowledge of the operations of both departments, they will arrive with a passion for fostering the connection between cultivating audiences and donors and building deep circles of support for an organization.
Qualifications
• An excitement for MCC’s work, mission, values, and history, both through the productions and educational programs, and a passion for and curiosity about theater
• Knowledge of the arts and culture philanthropic community in New York City and an awareness of the local theater and performing arts community
• Ability to facilitate collaboration across multiple teams, inspiring a shared sense of ownership and accomplishment
• Enthusiasm for relationship building, eager to interact and collaborate with fellow senior staff members, team members, and other members of the MCC community
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Capable of using analytical skills and data-driven thinking to make decisions and set strategy
• Strong organizational and time management skills; with an ability to set plans, work toward deadlines, and communicate with team members throughout a project’s completion
• Understanding of organizational budgeting processes in order to participate in organizational and departmental planning
• Ready to be a creative problem-solver, idea generator, and self-starter with the capacity to start a project, ask questions, and build consensus as needed
• Commitment to building a trusting, transparent, and friendly workplace atmosphere
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage priorities, and meet deadlines
• Comfortability in leading, mentoring, building strong teams