10+ years of experience raising at least $10 million in contributed income annually, including six- and seven-figure gifts Deep knowledge of the New York and Los Angeles fundraising communities, with relationships among high-net-worth individuals, program officers, and corporate social responsibility executives Knowledge of the media and communications industry, including its key organizations and leaders A strong personal network and the ability to build, expand, and sustain donor relationships Strategic command of prospect research, proposal development, and the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major donors Strong knowledge of fundraising methods and current best practices Proficiency with AI-powered fundraising tools, data analytics, and predictive modeling to support donor engagement, campaign performance, and revenue growth Experience preparing budgets and managing record keeping and fulfillment A proactive, energetic, and highly organized approach An engaging communication style and the ability to work effectively with people at every level of the organization An entrepreneurial leadership style with the ability to train, motivate, manage, and inspire cross-functional teams A strong work ethic and preference for in-person collaboration in a high-energy office environment Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Bilingual fluency in Spanish is a plus. Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of development professionals Ensure strong fundraising systems, procedures, record keeping, database management, and fulfillment practices are in place Monitor all donor information and prepare statistical analyses and reports for the President & CEO and executive team Manage all logistics to ensure seamless execution of Development events Stay current on fundraising trends and apply proven practices across the department Attend all Paley programs, VIP receptions, and donor cultivation events Engage as a Paley Ambassador by actively sharing Paley's social media posts within personal and professional networks to amplify the organization's reach and strengthen community engagement.