WHO WE ARE

The Spartanburg Philharmonic is the largest professional performing arts organization in Spartanburg, with roots reaching back to the 1880s. Our mission is to enrich, inspire, and educate the Spartanburg community through live performances of high-quality music.

Today, the Philharmonic presents a diverse range of programs and community initiatives, including the Zimmerli (Classics) Series, Espresso Series, Bluegrass Spartanburg, Music Sandwiched In, Spartanburg Music Trail, Spartanburg Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, and Link Up, a partnership with Carnegie Hall. In addition to our ticketed concert season, the Philharmonic engages the community through free performances, educational programs, partnerships, and outreach throughout the Upstate.

The organization is entering an exciting period of growth as we look toward our 100th season and the next century of music-making in Spartanburg.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Director of Development is a key member of the Spartanburg Philharmonic leadership team and works closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and Fund Development Committee to advance the organization's philanthropic goals.

The Director of Development leads and manages a comprehensive fundraising program with primary responsibility for individual giving, the Annual Fund, corporate sponsorships, donor cultivation and stewardship, and other development initiatives. This is a highly relationship-oriented position that combines strategic planning with hands-on fundraising and execution.

The successful candidate will be a confident relationship builder who enjoys connecting people to an organization's mission and can develop meaningful, long-term relationships with donors, subscribers, businesses, community partners, and volunteers. The Director will also help engage the Board and other volunteers in fundraising and serve as a visible ambassador for the Philharmonic throughout the community.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Individual Giving & Annual Fund

• Develop and implement strategies to acquire, renew, upgrade, and retain individual donors.

• Manage the Philharmonic's Annual Fund program, including annual planning, appeals, donor communications, solicitation, stewardship, and reporting.

• Personally cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors and prospects, with an emphasis on building long-term philanthropic relationships.

• Coordinate donor recognition and stewardship activities that demonstrate appreciation and strengthen donor relationships.

Corporate Sponsorship & Business Development

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate sponsors and advertisers.

• Develop sponsorship proposals and presentations tailored to the goals and interests of prospective corporate partners.

• Maintain strong relationships with existing corporate sponsors and identify opportunities for renewal and increased support.

• Work with the Executive Director and appropriate staff to develop sponsorship benefits, recognition, and fulfillment.

Major Gifts & Donor Cultivation

• Build and maintain a portfolio of individual donors and prospects.

• Develop and implement individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies.

• Coordinate donor meetings, events, tours, backstage experiences, and other opportunities that deepen engagement with the Philharmonic.

• Work closely with the Executive Director and Board members on major donor cultivation and solicitation.

Board & Fund Development Committee Support

• Serve as the primary staff liaison to the Fund Development Committee.

• Partner with the Executive Director and Committee Chair to coordinate meetings, agendas, communications, fundraising priorities, and follow-up.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Demonstrated experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, advancement, marketing, or a related field.

2. Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

3. Demonstrated ability in handling multiple priorities, project management and meeting deadlines with strong planning and organizational skills.

4. A genuine appreciation for music and the arts is a plus, but a background in music is not required. We are seeking a development professional who is excited by the opportunity to connect people with the transformative power of the Spartanburg Philharmonic.

WORK SCHEDULE: This is a full-time position reporting to the Executive Director. The role requires occasional evening and weekend work, including attendance at Philharmonic concerts, donor events, community activities, and other organizational events.

SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. The Spartanburg Philharmonic offers a benefits package and a collaborative, mission-driven work environment.

TO APPLY: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter and resume by email to:

Kathryn Boucher, Executive Director
kathryn@spartanburgphilharmonic.org

The Spartanburg Philharmonic is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability or veteran status.