Development Director
About the role
Steamboat Creates is a community-minded arts and culture organization in Northwest Colorado dedicated to strengthening our rural community through advocacy, education, cultural events, public art, and creative experiences. The Development Director is a senior leadership position responsible for growing and diversifying revenue to support Steamboat Creates’ mission and long-term sustainability.
Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this role leads all fundraising strategy and execution, including major gifts, corporate sponsorships, grants, memberships, annual giving, donor stewardship, and campaign development. It is ideal for a highly strategic and entrepreneurial fundraiser who has successfully owned revenue goals, built fundraising systems, and cultivated meaningful donor relationships. The successful candidate will be comfortable balancing high-level strategy with hands-on execution while independently identifying opportunities, setting priorities, and driving results.
Responsibilities
- Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Growth
- Major Gifts & Donor Development
- Corporate Sponsorships
- Grants & Institutional Giving
- Systems, Analytics & Operations
- Community Engagement & Representation
- Leadership & Collaboration
Requirements
- Five or more years of progressively responsible fundraising or development leadership experience.
- Demonstrated success managing and achieving fundraising revenue goals.
- Proven experience securing major gifts, sponsorships, grants, or other significant philanthropic support.
- Experience developing and managing donor pipelines and cultivation strategies.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Benefits
Steamboat Creates offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment and the opportunity to play a leadership role in shaping the future of arts and culture in Steamboat Springs.