What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Associate position at Barrington Stage Company?
Barrington Stage Company is seeking a Development Associate to join our team in Pittsfield,
MA. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Development Associate is a core member of
our fundraising team, an early-career position that will grow with the selected candidate’s
strengths and skills. BSC is a not-for-profit professional theatre company in the Berkshires with
a three-fold mission: to produce top notch, compelling work; to develop new plays and musicals;
and to engage our community with vibrant, inclusive educational outreach programs.
Barrington Stage Company recognizes that it is a predominantly white institution and is actively
working to become a more just, equitable and anti-racist theatre. We strongly encourage
candidates of color, and/or from diverse backgrounds/underrepresented groups to apply.
Duties:
● Database management: primary department member maintaining the database’s
integrity; pulling lists and reports for event invitations, appeals; ensuring accuracy and
confidentiality of data
● Gift entry and acknowledgment
● Research and analysis for prospective individual donors as well as grantors
● Drafting appeal and campaign letters
● Event support: tracking RSVPs, assisting with setup, manning and clean up for events of
all sizes
● Building relationships with board members and donors at all levels; engaging with
community members in-person and virtually
● Supporting activities of fellow Development Department members and the broader
mission of BSC as required
Skills:
● Familiarity with CRM software
● Ability to engage stakeholders about theatre and our mission on a regular basis, through
verbal and written communication
● Interest in building relationships with community members through conversation and
presence at events
● Impeccable organization skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
efficiently
● Self-starter who enjoys working independently and with a team to meet a goal
● Knowledge and interest in theatre, fundraising, and the Berkshires is a plus
This position is full-time exempt with occasional evening/weekend work. Salary is $43,000 with
benefits including paid vacation; health, dental, vision and life insurance offered; cultural
exchange program with other Berkshire organizations. BSC can also assist with relocation.
Salary : $43,000
