Development Manager

Petersen Automotive Museum

23 days ago

Los Angeles, CA

Onsite

Full Time

Senior

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About this role

The Development Manager at Petersen Automotive Museum is responsible for advancing the museum's culture of philanthropy and education through cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors, particularly focusing on gifts under $50,000. They support fundraising campaigns, develop communications, and build relationships with donors and staff to enhance engagement and revenue. The role also involves event planning, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and representing the museum at industry and community events.

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree5+ years experience in customer relations or non-profit

About Petersen Automotive Museum

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The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles is a leading automotive museum dedicated to the history, design, and cultural impact of the automobile. Located on Wilshire Boulevard’s Miracle Mile, it presents rotating exhibitions of historically significant and iconic vehicles—classic cars, race cars, movie cars, and modern supercars—along with artifacts, interactive displays, and research resources. Founded by publisher Robert E. Petersen, the museum also operates restoration and conservation programs and offers educational outreach, special events, and membership opportunities for enthusiasts, scholars, and families.