Director of Individual Giving
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San Francisco, CA · Posted October 10, 2026
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About the job
SFFILM DIRECTOR OF INDIVIDUAL GIVING Click on the link below for the full opportunity description: OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION THIS ROLE IS HYBRID. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE IN THE SAN FRANCISCO OFFICE 2-3 TIMES A WEEK. POSITION OVERVIEW The Director of Individual Giving (Director) is a strategic leader in SFFILM’s commitment to attracting, retaining, and engaging donors to support our mission-driven work through financial and in-kind contributions. Leading a full-time team of two and in coordination with the Director of Corporate Partnerships, the Director of Individual Giving is a primary architect in the design and deployment of SFFILM’s fundraising activities and operations for individuals. Working closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors, the Director will create and execute annual and multi-year philanthropic strategies and campaigns to increase contributed revenue from individual donors and through Membership. This position, in collaboration with the Executive Director and the senior leadership team, will steward and solicit current and prospective Board Members and major donors. Additionally, the Director will be responsible for oversight of fundraising initiatives, including SFFILM’s annual event, Awards Night. The Director will be required to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, at various points throughout the year and will require occasional local and California-based travel. LOCATION San Francisco, CA Hybrid; 2-3 days in office YOU ARE An experienced fundraiser who is passionate about connecting the community to the power of film and filmmaking. An innovative, supportive manager who leads with optimism and confidence. Dedicated to building deep, sustained relationships with donors, Board Members, and key other stakeholders. SALARY/BENEFITS Salary Range : $130,000 - $155,000 Benefits include: Medical: SFFILM covers the full monthly premium of the employee’s individual Kaiser health plan Dental/Vision: VSP Vision and Delta Dental are also provided Sick Leave: 80 hours of sick leave PTO: Accrual of 80 hours of PTO per year; generous annual paid holiday schedule (including winter break and a week off in July) The opportunity to transform the world through the creativity and inspiration of film EQUITY STATEMENT SFFILM is deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) in both its internal management and external programming. Candidates are invited to discuss their interest and involvement in DEAI practices in their cover letter and ask us more about our DEAI process in their interview. SFFILM, in accordance with federal and state law, is an equal-opportunity employer. SFFILM does not discriminate on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, reproductive health decision-making, medical condition, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, or military and veteran status. This nondiscrimination policy covers all candidates, staff members, interns, and volunteers. TO APPLY For more information, or to apply for the Director of Individual Giving position at SFFILM, please upload your resume and cover letter here . All applications will be kept confidential, and every applicant will receive a response.