Company: Fresh Films
Position: Development Grant Writer
Note: To apply for this Job you must EMAIL your resume and writing samples along with a brief cover note detailing your experience to grants@freshfilms.org. We will not be replying to Linked In only applications.
About us: Fresh Films creates award-winning TV shows, feature films, and documentaries while training diverse youth and young adults in all aspects of production. Our year-round program + on-set experiences (like “Filmmakers Lab” with Reese Witherspoon) engage youth in building skills, confidence, and connections to become a pipeline of diverse media-makers and storytellers for rapidly growing high-wage careers. Our career pathway programs run in 34 locations across the U.S. and are supported by major foundations, community, and industry partners. Be part of a team whose mission is democratizing access and building opportunities for underrepresented groups to work in the multibillion-dollar creative industry!
Position Summary: The Grant Writer will be responsible for creating compelling grant applications, LOI’s and other proposals, tracking and reporting on progress toward programmatic outcomes and goals, conducting research and tracking the progress and outcomes that support all development-related communications. This individual must be adept at bringing a nuanced approach/ability to write and tell our national story, as well as writing to speak to our specific impact in the multiple regions we serve (eg Atlanta, Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, etc), find joy in data-driven storytelling (both quantitatively and qualitatively), and excited about articulating Fresh Films’ impact to diverse audiences. As a storyteller for Fresh Films, the Grant Writer will stay abreast of racial equity/social justice/workforce development issues, and industry trends and develop deep familiarity with the creative workforce ecosystem nationally.
Responsibilities
- Write, revise, and submit grant applications, letters of inquiry, and reports to current and prospective funders, ensuring alignment with funder guidelines.
- Manage the yearly calendar of grant applications and reporting deadlines using Monday.com and create monthly grant status reports.
- Engage in additional writing tasks, including solicitation materials, impact reports, newsletters, talking points, and opinion pieces.
- Research potential new grant opportunities using tools such as GrantStation, Foundation Directory Online (Candid), and other sources.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3+ years of experience in grant writing, with a track record of success in securing grants from institutional funders.
- Experience with government and private/public foundation grants and reporting is highly preferred.
- Superior writing, research, and editing skills, with the ability to convey compelling narratives and technical information.
- Experience in nonprofit digital media, racial equity, or arts education is a plus.
Check out our work:
Our Alumni work in the industry at Discovery, HBO, Marvel, NBC, BET, Warner Bros, Disney, Nickelodeon, advertising agencies, social media companies, eSports, and beyond. Learn more at www.freshfilms.orgor view our program video!
Application Instructions: To apply for this Job please email your resume to grants@freshfilms.org along with (1) a compelling cover letter that showcases your writing style and clearly communicates why you’re interested in serving as Fresh Films’ next Grant Writer and (2) writing samples from grants you’ve written that were awarded. NOTE: we will not be replying to Linked In only applications.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Fresh Films is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe diversity drives us to deliver more valuable and meaningful experiences for clients and employees. We provide equal opportunity and consideration to all employees and applicants and welcome diversity in all its forms.
