Reporting to the CEO and President, the Senior Vice President, External Affairs will be a key strategic and leadership role for Artis—Naples.  The position will be critical to the success of the Future—Forward Campaign for Cultural Excellence, as well as drive the overall revenues for annual operations.  The Senior Vice President, External Affairs will develop and implement strategies and tactics to generate contributed revenues budgeted in FY19 of $9.2M and admission revenues of $18M.  This partner will work closely with CEO and President on the next phase of the $150M Future—Forward Campaign for Cultural Excellence.  In a fast-paced, dynamic environment, this position will manage a team of fundraising professionals to build, sustain and monitor philanthropic relationships with major and planned giving prospects and charitable foundations. The position will develop and execute a clearly defined marketing and communications strategy to support business growth and enhances brand equity and awareness. The role will implement, develop and manage patron support strategies, policies and programs, as well as oversee the creation of all visual identity content.

The Senior Vice President, External Affairs will work closely with the CEO and President, the Board of Directors, the leadership team, various departments and volunteers.

Supervises:
Vice President, Development
Vice President, Marketing and Digital Initiatives
Patron Services Director
Creative Services Director