J. Michael Bailey
Ogden,UT
Summary
PURPOSE STATEMENT
Accomplished Development professional possessing an innovative leadership style with great influencing and communication strengths. Thrives when building relationships, shaping collaborative strategies, and building strong teams. Believes in the power of synergy and building communities that serve the greater good.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Development
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, Utah
06.2023 - Current
- Exceeding first year fundraising goal by 400%.
- Collaborate with colleagues to accomplish funding goals of the University.
- Strengthening relationships with existing donors through timely acknowledgment letters, reports on funded projects, and invitations to participate in exclusive events.
- Optimized the use of CRM (systems for accurate tracking of donor information, gift processing, and relationship management.
- Expanding the organization''s network of supporters through targeted outreach, events, and partnership development.
- Developing comprehensive strategic plans to guide long-term growth and sustainability of the organization''s programs.
- Secured major gifts from high net worth individuals through cultivation efforts, tailored proposals, and stewardship activities.
- Building Advisory Boards for the College of Education and Human Development and advise the Humanities Board.
Development Manager
West Valley Arts
West Valley City, Utah
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Established relationships with diverse communities of West Valley City while increasing accessibility and honoring inclusion and representation
- Awarded $800,000.00+ in grant money during 2022, including awards from NEA, Dee Foundation and Delores E. Eccles Foundation
- Increased individual donations by 300%
- Raised awareness and increased visibility of West Valley Arts programs through activity in Chamber West. Had frequent interactions with members of Tourism and Hospitality Committee and built lasting collaborations within the city's entertainment sector
- Helped recruit, onboard, and write policy for the West Valley Arts Board of Directors.
- Developed communications with media groups and social media influencers
Actor/ Director/ Designer
Actor’s Equity Association
Salt Lake City, Utah
05.1997 - 08.2022
- Extensive, 25-year career as a professional actor and member of Actor's Equity Association
- Representative credits (Actor):Les Misérables (Jean Valjean, five (5) Productions, including Utah Shakespeare Festival and San Pedro and Redondo Beach, CA), Sunday in the Park with George (Egyptian Theatre, George Seurat), Sweeney Todd (title role, three (3) productions), Hamlet (Utah Shakespeare Festival-Player King, Gravedigger), Macbeth (USF-Angus), Foxfire (USF-Doc), White Chapel (World Premiere in Alberta, Canada- Jack the Ripper), Secret Garden (Grande Theatre- Archibald Craven), and many more throughout United States and Canada
- Directing credits include contemporary and classical works
- Direct Youth Theatre Productions and Summer Camps (Egyptian Youth Theatre; Park City, Ut)
- Set, Prop, Sound and Costume design/construction experience
- Established and built Pinnacle Acting Company (2006) to serve mid-valley audiences and artists. Served as Managing Director in 2006.
- Studied and rehearsed roles from scripts to interpret and memorize lines and cues
ELA Teacher
Highland Jr. High School And Legacy Prep. Academy
Ogden, Utah
08.2017 - 12.2021
- Helped students develop academic, social, and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Instructed classes of up to 34 students on principles and strategies of academic growth, self-reliance, and academic growth.
- Developed curriculum, including formative, diagnostic, and summative assessments
- In-person/online curriculum delivery focused on literacy: reading, writing, and textual analysis
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Safe Room Instructor and Queer student advocate
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and exciting ways.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Led diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Football and Volleyball Coach.
Graphic Design and Branding Services
Bailey Design Company
Portland, Salem, Salt Lake City
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Created design work for print and digital sales and marketing campaigns.
- Increased sales performance by 125% over 4-year period
- Used Adobe Creative Suite and Fine art methods to create images and layouts for multiple projects, including hand-drawn logos, website design; pamphlets, posters, and brochure design; and brand design and development.
- Designed marketing brochures and wrote website copy.
- Assisted with design of print materials producing basic layouts, color selection, and tracking down appropriate images.
Director of Production and Development
Restless Water Records
St. George, UT
01.1997 - 01.2016
- Songwriter, Performer, Producer
- Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals.
- Raised necessary funds for production utilizing crowdfunding platforms, building personal relationships, and diverse fundraising strategies.
- Coordinated with engineers artists to plan and implement production schedules and develop project budget.
- Developed vital relationships to Raise funds/sponsorships through individual donors and business owners.
- Produced studio Albums and guest appearances (3 solo records and dozens of guest appearances)
- Scheduled tours, media appearances, network with other artists, organizations and festivals.
- Evaluated projects for essential production resources.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Global History
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ04.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English: Creative Writing
Weber State University
Ogden, UT08.2017
Skills
- Relationship driven
- Trustworthy, ethical, and values oriented professional
- Advocate for Accessibility and Representation
- High level critical thinking
- Calculated risk taker
- Dynamic public speaker
- Digital marketing and social media strategies
- Advanced listening and communication skills
- Strong, experienced writer: proposals, inquiry, and press release
- Public Relations
- Supervisor and leadership skills training
- Budgeting
- Proficient in computer software applications, such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, Google Drive, Adobe Illustrator, Prezi, and Canvas
- Practiced graphic design skills using Adobe software and fine art methods, including hand-drawn logos
- Experienced in courseware development, project management, and data entry
Timeline
Director of Development
Southern Utah University
06.2023 - Current
Development Manager
West Valley Arts
12.2021 - 06.2023
ELA Teacher
Highland Jr. High School And Legacy Prep. Academy
08.2017 - 12.2021
Graphic Design and Branding Services
Bailey Design Company
01.2012 - 01.2018
Actor/ Director/ Designer
Actor’s Equity Association
05.1997 - 08.2022
Director of Production and Development
Restless Water Records
01.1997 - 01.2016
Master of Arts - Global History
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - English: Creative Writing
Weber State University