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Grant Writer
Film Pittsburgh, a nonprofit arts organization, seeks a grant writer to execute current grant opportunities and seek new ones. This position is currently a contract position with the possibility of turning into an employed position with the organization in the future.
Film Pittsburgh presents independent films from around the world, deepening understanding of various cultures, expanding acceptance, and recognizing our common humanity. Through four international film festivals (Three Rivers, Pittsburgh Shorts and Script Competition, ReelAbilities Pittsburgh, and the JFilm Festival), a Filmmaker Conference, Teen Screen, and other programming, Film Pittsburgh impacts over 30,000 people each year.
We are looking for a team player who is highly motivated by our mission to raise the necessary funds to present exemplary film programming throughout the year. The selected candidate will have strong writing skills, experience writing grants and reports (or similar), and be highly organized and detail-oriented.
Responsibilities:
- Write and execute foundation and government grants and other funding requests
- Manage the lifecycle of awarded grants, including grant agreements and reporting requirements
- Track grant deliverables and work with program staff to obtain impact metrics
Qualifications:
- Three+ years of private and government grant writing experience and oversight
- Excellent writing, communication and organizational skills
- Proficient computer skills including CRM databases (Salesforce or Patron Manager preferred)
- Preferred: bachelor’s degree in writing, communications, or related degree
Film Pittsburgh is an events-based organization, so the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed is a plus. Our small, but dynamic team works closely together, often lending a hand in many capacities during peak times.
Compensation: Hourly range $25-$35 per hour up to $40,000 annually
Film Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer.
Please send a cover letter and resume to: Info@FilmPittsburgh.org with the job title in the subject line.
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