Capital B

👥 11-50💰 Grant about 2 years agoNews Non Profit💼 Private Company

Capital B is a non-profit news organization dedicated to providing high-quality journalism for Black communities across the nation. We fill a critical gap in media representation, offering in-depth coverage of local and national issues impacting Black audiences. Our impactful work has earned us recognition as a vital voice in the media landscape. We leverage a modern tech stack, including WordPress, Google Analytics, and a Content Delivery Network, to ensure our stories reach a wide audience effectively. Our team enjoys a supportive and collaborative environment that prioritizes employee well-being, with benefits including unlimited PTO, generous parental leave, and a commitment to professional development. We strive to create a positive and inclusive workplace where every voice is heard and valued. Capital B operates local newsrooms in Atlanta and Gary, Indiana, and a national newsroom with journalists across the country. This distributed structure allows us to provide localized coverage while maintaining a strong national presence and fostering a flexible remote work environment. We are proud to be a growing organization supported by grants and dedicated to serving Black communities. Our commitment to innovative journalism is matched by our adoption of cutting-edge technology. We utilize a robust suite of tools to optimize content delivery and audience engagement, including Google Tag Manager for analytics and a CDN for fast content loading. Our tech stack allows for agile workflows, and we encourage innovation and collaboration among our team members. As a growing non-profit, Capital B is committed to transparency and accountability. We actively seek individuals passionate about journalistic excellence and committed to our mission of serving Black communities through impactful storytelling. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package to attract and retain top talent in the industry, reflecting our dedication to our employees' well-being and career growth.

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🔥 Vice President, Local Strategy & Growth

Posted 9 days ago

📍 United States

💸 175000.0 - 195000.0 USD per year

🔍 Media, Journalism

🔧 Requirements

10+ years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, business development, media strategy or related field
Proven track record of securing major gifts and growing philanthropic revenue for an organization
Strong strategic planning, project management and critical thinking skills
An entrepreneurial mindset who thrives in fast paced environments and excels at problem solving
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to create compelling narratives for funders and stakeholders
Detail oriented, organized, and highly analytical with experience in prospect research and data driven decision making
Ability to set priorities, work independently and collaboratively and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with different communities and build strong and enduring relationships
Experience in media, in journalism or non-profit organizations preferred but not required

💡 Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth market research and community listening sessions to evaluate news and information gaps as well as the philanthropic landscape to identify viable expansion locations
Establish and lead a community based advisory group composed of civic leaders, local stakeholders and media experts to develop audience focused newsroom strategies
Develop data-driven recommendations on where Capital B should expand next
Cultivate and secure major philanthropic gifts (5 to 7 figures) from institutions, foundations and high net-worth individuals to help launch newsrooms and meet annual project-based fundraising targets
Oversee the end-to-end process of launching a new newsroom from market research to funding development and implementation
Collaborate with internal teams to align growth plans with Capital B’s mission and operational capacity
Manage project budgets, contracts and external partnerships related to expansion efforts
Represent Capital B at industry events, donor meetings and at community and other networking opportunities to enhance brand visibility and donor engagement

LeadershipProject ManagementBusiness DevelopmentBusiness IntelligenceData AnalysisPeople ManagementProject CoordinationCross-functional Team LeadershipFinancial ManagementStrategic ManagementCommunication SkillsAnalytical SkillsCollaborationProblem SolvingOrganizational skillsPresentation skillsWritten communicationNetworkingRelationship buildingMS OfficeCritical thinkingResearchNegotiation skillsVerbal communicationSales experienceMarket ResearchData visualizationStakeholder managementStrategic thinkingCRMBudget management

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🔥 Development Officer

Posted 10 days ago

📍 United States

💸 75000.0 - 90000.0 USD per year

🔍 Nonprofit News

🔧 Requirements

5+ years of experience in development work with foundations and grants.
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational and time management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write and edit compelling donor communications and to appropriately represent Capital B in compelling in-person and virtual pitches.
Strong analytical skills and experience with prospect research.
A track record of achieving fundraising goals and delivering results
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with grant makers, foundation staff, journalists, board members and others.

💡 Responsibilities

Help to identify and maintain a pipeline of 100+ institutional donors (including our 30+ existing) who, by and large, have capacity for six figure giving and have philanthropic goals and interests that align with Capital B’s work and mission.
Successfully manage and push existing and prospective donors through the funnel to achieve annual goals.
Lead the full philanthropic cycle including: identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitations, and stewardship, including the development of new materials and strategies as needed.
Provide deep prospect research on individuals who are aligned with Capital B’s mission and values and are capable of making five to seven figure gifts
Provide detailed and meticulous preparation materials go Capital B executives in order to prepare them for meetings with prospective and existing funders in order to achieve stated goals
Oversee meetings and engagement between grant makers, Capital B executives and Capital B affiliates.
Manage stewardship of funders in collaboration with the development team and broader Capital B personnel, helping to promote a culture of philanthropy.
Propose and execute on giving and cultivation activities throughout the course of the year.
Lead the development, writing, and delivery of annual impact report for funders.
Utilize expertise and collected information to prep Capital B executives for successful closing meetings
Stay up-to-date on trends in philanthropic giving and media in order to come up with creative strategies and new ideas that will allow us to reach our fundraising goals.

Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentData AnalysisCommunication SkillsAnalytical SkillsOrganizational skillsExcellent communication skillsResearchWritingRelationship managementSales experienceMarket ResearchCRMFinancial analysisBudget management

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