About Music City Artist Development
Music City Artist Development is an award‑winning nonprofit organization with over six years of impact supporting musicians through education, mentorship, and career development. We are based in San Francisco and exist to create sustainable pathways for musicians. Our programs focus on long‑term artist development and real‑world support that helps creatives build viable, lasting careers. The only San Francisco Bay Area Music Hall of Fame is under our non‑profit, driving tourism and supporting local businesses while inspiring musicians and their fans.
The Role
The ideal candidate is a non‑profit fundraising professional with:
- Demonstrated success raising funds for nonprofits
- An active Rolodex of philanthropic, foundation, and/or corporate contacts
- Confidence engaging donors in meaningful, values‑aligned conversations
You will work closely with organizational leadership to strengthen and scale our fundraising efforts. NOTE: This role is not entry‑level and is not focused on cold outreach alone.
Key Responsibilities
- Leverage existing relationships to identify, cultivate, and secure funding
- Secure major gifts and foundation support
- Develop and execute fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Advise on donor stewardship and long‑term relationship management
- Collaborate with leadership on fundraising messaging and positioning
Qualifications
- Proven success fundraising for nonprofit organizations
- Established donor and corporate network
- Strong communication, storytelling, and relationship‑building skills
- Solid understanding of nonprofit fundraising best practices
- Ability to work independently in a contract‑based role
- Genuine alignment with artist development, creative equity, and community impact
- Experience in arts, music, or cultural‑sector fundraising strongly preferred
Compensation
Compensation is based on experience and fundraising outcomes.
How to Apply
Please submit:
- Resume and LinkedIn profile
- Brief overview of your fundraising experience and networks
- Examples of past fundraising success
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Other
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