Vice President of Development [George Eastman House]

George Eastman House is a premier institution that combines the art, history and technology of photography and cinema. The museum holds world-class collections of photographs and motion pictures and the preeminent collection of photographic and cinematographic equipment. The museum is located on the National Historic Landmark estate of entrepreneur and philanthropist George Eastman, the father of popular photography, in Rochester, New York. George Eastman House organizes about ten exhibitions each year, some of which travel to other museums in the U.S. and abroad. Its recently renovated 500-seat Dryden Theatre presents more than 300 films each year. In partnership with the University of Rochester, the institution offers master’s degree programs in film preservation and in photographic preservation and collection management.

With a new leadership team in place, George Eastman House is positioned to reach new heights, with the goal of expanding its reach nationally and internationally, while maintaining its tradition of excellence and service to the local community. This is an exciting time to join the organization and play a lead role in implementing a grand vision and capitalizing on opportunities for growth in both awareness and support.

George Eastman House is seeking a sophisticated and experienced Vice President for Development to develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan that will broaden its local, national and international donor base. The VP will also be responsible for:

• Broadening the base of annual operating and major gift support from individuals, foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Developing and executing a major gift campaign to build the institution’s endowment and potentially to enhance and expand museum facilities.
• Overseeing members’ programs and fundraising events.
• Leveraging internal and external relationships with staff, senior leadership, board members, volunteers, and other key stakeholders to build a pipeline, cultivate prospects, and secure gifts.
• Managing and mentoring a team of eight, as well as evaluating resources necessary to support development growth efforts.
• Developing mutually beneficial partnerships and relationships with peer professionals and institutions.

Questions, resumes and CVs should be sent to search@driconsulting.com.