Development Director - Chicken & Egg Films : Job Details

Position Status: Full-time, Exempt Reports to: CEO Salary: $130,000-150,000 Location: Hybrid; 2+ days a week in Brooklyn, New York office Status: Accepting applications

The Development Director (DD) leads creation and implementation of Chicken & Egg Films' (C&E) strategies to cultivate donor relationships that support our mission-driven work through financial contributions. The DD plays a pivotal role on the senior leadership team and works in close partnership with the CEO, providing strategic leadership to grow and sustain C&E's innovative programs for women and gender-expansive filmmakers.

Responsible for developing a multi-year fundraising plan to increase revenue from foundations, individual donors, and corporate partners, the DD leads a department of three to deliver results through focused annual goals and activities. This position, in collaboration with the senior leadership team, will help steward and engage current and prospective Board Members.

RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to)

Fundraising and Cultivation

• Develop and implement a comprehensive multi-year development strategy with measurable goals and objectives
• Serve as the primary advisor to the CEO on development strategies to leverage opportunities and initiatives, providing insights and trends within philanthropy, documentary, and adjacent spaces
• Manage a portfolio of donors through meaningful cultivation and stewardship strategies
• Identify and cultivate opportunities to grow long-term relationships that yield high donor engagement and giving
• Develop a Board engagement plan to harness their ideas, talents, and resources in collaboration with executive team
• Conceptualize, manage, and write, as needed, grant proposals, reports, and donor communication tools
• Design and build metrics dashboard to measure development results
• Ensure compliance with funder regulations and specific terms and conditions of grant awards
• Conceptualize and oversee the production and execution of all fundraising events

Leadership and Management

• Manage, coach, and retain a development team and consultants
• Lead the team in understanding innovative development trends
• Manage the department's resources, budgets, and consultants
• Ensure that C&E's commitments to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism are prioritized
• Act as a spokesperson for C&E at external meetings and industry events

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

While no one candidate will embody all the qualifications below, a strong candidate will possess many of the following skills, experiences, and attributes.

Fundraising

• 10+ years experience working within a non-profit organization with direct experience in developing organizational development strategies
• Verifiable track record in growing major donor programs and securing six+ figure multi-year gifts
• Knowledge of the challenges affecting fundraising practices

People Management

• 3+ years in senior leadership roles supervising individuals and teams
• A management approach oriented toward coaching and facilitating

Field Experience

• Experience in the independent filmmaking sector with an understanding of current documentary field-level issues
• Work experience in one or more of the following fields: gender equity, documentary film, human rights, and social justice

Leadership

• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• Leads by example; models collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Proactive and creative problem solver
• Excellent project manager with attention to detail

Emotional and Relational Intelligence

• Outstanding listening skills with ability to manage expectations
• Employs practices to de-escalate conflict; values diversity and collaboration
• Exercises a high degree of confidentiality and integrity

Technical

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite; Google Workspace, CRMs (Salesforce preferred)

What Else You Should Know

Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Early submission is recommended.

Location and Hybrid Work Policy: This position is based in Brooklyn, New York with a hybrid schedule.

Compensation: Salary range is $130,000-$150,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits: 100% employer paid premium coverage of health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) plan, vacation days, and professional development opportunities.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Chicken & Egg Films is an equal opportunity employer.

E-Verify: We participate in the E-Verify Program.

Applicants with Disabilities: Reasonable accommodation will be made for qualified applicants with disabilities.