The College of Fine Arts at Carnegie Mellon University is a vibrant community of artists and designers who challenge conventions and seek new forms of expression. Through our five schools—Architecture, Art, Design, Drama and Music—and interdisciplinary programs and institutes, including BXA Intercollege Degree Programs, the STUDIO for Creative Inquiry and Institute for Contemporary Art Pittsburgh, we foster an environment where bold thinking and unbridled creativity flourish.In anticipation of the early 2028 opening of ICA Pittsburgh’s permanent home in Richard King Mellon Hall, Carnegie Mellon University is seeking an ICA Pittsburgh Director of Development. The Director of Development will be primarily responsible for designing, implementing and growing a comprehensive fundraising program to support the museum’s expanded exhibitions, programs and operations.As the inaugural development leader focused on the ICA, the Director of Development is a member of the College of Fine Arts Advancement team, works in close partnership with the ICA Pittsburgh Director, ICA staff, and with colleagues across University Advancement to build philanthropic support for exhibitions, public programs, educational initiatives, and strategic priorities. The Director of Development will establish the museum's philanthropic identity by building fundraising strategies, systems, and donor engagement programs that position ICA Pittsburgh for long-term success and expand its network of regional and national supporters. This is a highly collaborative position requiring an entrepreneurial fundraiser who enjoys building new programs, cultivating meaningful donor relationships, and working across academic, artistic, and community partners. Core responsibilities include: Developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising program designed to generate $500,000+ in annual contributed revenue while building endowment support for the museum's long-term sustainability.Designing an
