Qualifications & Experience: - Minimum 5 years professional experience in development, communications, and management at a nonprofit organization, preferably with a focus on youth development, education, community development, and/or film, media, and the arts.
- Experience in a work setting with a diverse staff team and/or organization serving predominantly black youth and/or youth of color; cultural awareness training preferred.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of and interest in fundraising trends.
- Excellent organizational abilities and capacity to manage multiple projects.
- A track record of innovation, creativity, problem-solving, and initiative.
- Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Work Requirements: This is a full-time position, based out of the Nichols Tower in Homan Square/North Lawndale. Hours may exceed 40 hours a week. Occasional evening and weekend hours required. Compensation & Benefits: Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience; range $60,000-$70,000. Benefits: Competitive package including healthcare, dental, and vision; IRA match after 1 year. Paid Time Off: 18 Paid Time Off days accrued during first year in addition to 16 paid holidays. Professional Development: Funds available to support staff in achieving skill objectives. To Apply: Please e-mail resume and cover letter to hr@freespiritmedia.org with subject line: Development Director - {Your Name}.
Free Spirit Media is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and equitable environment in which all staff can excel regardless of race, ethnicity, age, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ability. People of color, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
About Free Spirit Media: The mission of Free Spirit Media is to cultivate diverse youth voices to transform media and society. Free Spirit Media provides youth on Chicago’s South and West sides with a comprehensive foundation in media literacy and a hands-on media production experience through a youth development lens. We employ a holistic program model to develop youth into productive, connected, and engaged adults. Since our founding in 2001, Free Spirit Media has empowered more than 5,500 youth to share their stories, discover their potential, and engage their peers and communities through digital media. Free Spirit Media’s programming includes school-based media arts education, after school digital media programs, and advanced pathways programs that connect participants with opportunities in professional media industries. Participants at all ages and levels of our programming are supported in developing 21st Century skills that prepare them for success in college and careers. Please see freespiritmedia.org for more information. |
