Assistant Director, Development

. Cultivate VIP, high-level individual prospects and some corporate donors for Tisch School of the Arts fundraising objectives .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $88,610 - $108,610 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Cultivate VIP, high-level individual prospects and some corporate donors for Tisch School of the Arts fundraising objectives
Develop strategies to maintain and expand donor participation
Solicit and steward donor relations
Conduct and/or assist with donor and prospect visits
Draft briefings and write remarks for the Dean and senior department administration
Develop and implement special events promoting University and School programs and initiatives to prospective donors, alumni, corporate and foundation officers
Conceptualize event themes, present ideas, research requests, assess feasibility, and make recommendations
Act as a main fundraiser for the Annual Gala
Develop an annual calendar of cultivation opportunities for Dean's Council members and major donors

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree
5+ years fundraising and planning and implementing special events, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience raising six-figure gifts
Excellent customer service skills
Highly creative with the ability to develop new ideas for clients
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a fast paced environment
Ability to professionally interact with students, staff, faculty, donors, parents, and other outside groups
Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
Ability to adapt, understand and use new technology
Familiarity with presentation software and desktop publishing applications

Comp & perks