Director of Corporate Partnership - CSO

The Organization The Columbus Symphony has served as central Ohios flagship music organization since 1951 Our musicians conductors chorus and world renowned guest artists enrich the central Ohio community through extraordinary talent passion dedication and the highest standards of musicianship Guided by the artistic vision of Music Director Rossen Milanov the Columbus Symphony offers four programming brands Masterworks Pops Picnic with the Pops and EducationCommunity Engagement This segmented approach innovative within the American orchestra industry is helping the Columbus Symphony to reach new younger and more diverse audiences The Opportunity Do you have a talent for building strong relationships with the corporate sector and connecting their philanthropic goals with meaningful community impact Are you motivated by securing transformational sponsorships and partnerships that fuel the arts Are you passionate about advancing orchestral music education and community engagement in central Ohio while helping one of the regions premier performing arts organizations thrive Primary Function The Director of Corporate Partnership a member of the Development team reporting to the Chief Development Officer is responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive corporate giving and sponsorship strategy The Director cultivates solicits and stewards corporate partners aligning their goals with the Symphonys priorities in artistic excellence education and community engagement This role is a key driver of corporate revenue growth ensuring that corporate partnerships are impactful sustainable and mutually beneficial Duties Responsibilities and Key Performance Objectives First Month Learn current CSO corporate sponsorship and giving programs Meet with CDO Development staff and senior leadership to understand priorities processes and opportunities Review current corporate relationships and pipeline; provide observations and recommendations to the Chief Development Officer First 36 Months Begin active cultivation solicitation and stewardship of corporate partners Develop at least three customized sponsorship proposals tailored to specific industries or companies Oversee fulfillment of existing sponsorship agreements ensuring deliverables are executed accurately and on time Collaborate with MarketingCommunications Artistic and Education teams to integrate corporate partner visibility into Symphony programming Measures of Success Renewal of key partnerships launch of at least one new corporate sponsorship delivery of partner recognition at agreed upon levels satisfaction ratings from corporate partners of 80 or higher First Year Secure multiple new corporate sponsorships and gifts of 25000 Expand the pipeline by identifying at least five new industries or sectors for potential alignment Implement a formal stewardship plan for top 10 15 corporate partners Represent the Symphony at community and corporate events to enhance visibility and networking opportunities Measures of Success Year over year growth in corporate sponsorship revenue increased retention rates of current partners strong satisfaction feedback from stakeholders and corporate staff Other Duties Support and coach Board members in corporate outreach Represent the Symphony at networking donor and community events Availability for evening and weekend concerts special events and donor engagements as required This job description is not designed to cover or contain an exhaustive listing of duties responsibilities and key performance objectives that are expected of the employee These items may change or new job related items may be assigned from time to time Knowledge Skills and Abilities Exceptional relationship building and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage senior level corporate teams Strong written verbal and presentation skills Strategic thinker with the ability to align corporate goals with organizational needs Excellent planning and organizational skills with attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems Tessitura Raisers Edge Salesforce Knowledge of and passion for the performing arts preferred Credentials and Experience Bachelors degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree or CFRE certification preferred Typically a minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate fundraising sponsorship sales or business development preferably in the nonprofit or performing arts sector is needed to have sufficient experience to be successful in an organization of this size and complexity Demonstrated success securing corporate sponsorships and gifts of 25000 Special Requirements Requires flexibility with schedule to accommodate needs of the organization Successful evaluation of a background check The majority of CSOs fundraising and public events take place in the evenings and on weekends This position requires availability to work evenings and weekends as necessary Must have reliable transportation for off site meetings CSOs EEO Statement The Columbus Symphony Orchestra CSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer CSO does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race religion color national origin sex pregnancy lactation status gender identity or expression sexual orientation age disability veteran or military status genetic information or any other protected status