About Ragdale:
Ragdale is an artist residency program located in Lake
Forest, Illinois, that provides time and space for artists to develop new
works. Individuals apply through a competitive review process, and we award
over 150 residencies annually, making Ragdale one of the largest residency
programs in the United States. Ragdale also provides ways for people from broad
backgrounds to participate in themed residencies, creative sabbaticals,
outreach programs for teens, and public programs that connect Ragdale with the
broader community. Situated on the
grounds of the former summer home of noted Chicago architect Howard Van Doren
Shaw and poet/playwright Frances Wells Shaw, Ragdale is a stunning example of
Arts and Crafts Architecture and is listed on the National Register. Comprised
of a series of historic homes, purpose-built studios, and access to 50 acres of
protected prairie land, Ragdale provides artists with a remarkable environment
to explore their work. As an organization, we believe that engagement with
creativity is essential to a healthy and vibrant world, and our mission is to
steward an inspirational environment that fosters courageous creativity and
inclusive community through our artist residencies.
The Development Associate is a full-time, in-person position
that works with and reports to the Director of Funding Resources, as well as
working with the Office & Development Manager, and is an integral part of
the development and institutional advancement work at Ragdale.
This position is an integral part of the development and
institutional advancement work at Ragdale, ensuring the organization's success
in meeting its mission. Strong
organizational and communication skills are essential for this position, as
well as being a creative problem-solver. This successful candidate will bring
initiative, strong communication skills, and a commitment to our work in
supporting artists on a historic and architecturally significant campus.