lsanderson | IFP -- Look for a Membership Director

POSITION DESCRIPTION
MEMBERSHIP/MARKETING DIRECTOR

IFP Minnesota (IFP MN), a nonprofit media arts organization, seeks an organized and committed individual to administer its Membership Program and to market the organization’s various activities through print, web and social networking sites. IFP MN’s mission is to advance a vibrant and diverse community of independent film and media artists through networking, education, funding, and opportunities for showcasing their work.

The Membership Director will promote membership with IFP MN. He/she will focus on membership maintenance, benefits, program activities, recruitment of new members, and corporate membership. Membership program activity includes management of the Annual Membership Meeting, the monthly Cinema Lounge, Directors’ Roundtables, preview screenings and development of new benefits. This position surveys current and lapsed membership annually to assess the needs of our members.

The Membership/Marketing Director will provide marketing and production support to all program areas within IFP MN. Activities include management of database, email communications, creative design, tracking, printing, mailing, weekly email newsletter content, layout and distribution, website and social networking site content management, membership activities, event planning and promotion. Program promotion will concentrate on the Education, Grants, Exhibition, and Access areas. The position reports to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities:
• Recruit new memberships using direct mail, public speaking and telemarketing strategies
• Evaluate membership needs and develop appropriate programs and services.
• Supervise the corporate membership program, including identification of potential corporate sponsors and supervision of requests/proposals to corporate sponsors
• Produce & edit the weekly Eflash, an email based newsletter of IFP MN
• Produce monthly Cinema Lounge/program member work
• Maintain and develop compelling membership brochures and other print materials.
• Maintain individual member and corporate member satisfaction and recognition.
• Produce Annual Membership Meeting
• Develop new benefits for members and initiatives to better serve membership such as
discounts, mentorship and consulting, referrals, and specialized small group discussions
• Maintain acknowledgment to new & renewing members, and renewal notices for lapsing members
• Maintain databases
• Content management of website, Facebook, My Space and other social networking sites.
• Develop renewal system for individual and corporate sponsorships.
• Respond to membership inquiries/general questions and requests for assistance
• Content management of website and social networking sites
• Promotion support to program areas for postcards, press releases, and other notices
• Fill in for Equipment & Facilities Access program on Mondays

Qualifications:
• B.A. degree or equivalent work experience
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Web skills, ability to update information on websites
• Familiarity with video, film equipment and/or darkrooms
• Experience in a nonprofit environment desired
• Filmmaking or photography background a plus
• Thrives in a creative atmosphere
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Familiarity and demonstrated ability to work with diverse audiences.

Compensation: Salary: $26,000-$28,000 DOE. Excellent medical & dental benefits and a generous vacation policy.

To Apply
Send resume and cover letter by Friday, January 23rd 2009 by email to jminton@ifpmn.org or mail to Executive Director, IFP Minnesota, 2446 University Avenue West, Suite 100, St. Paul, MN 55114. No phone calls, please.

IFP MN is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.