Managing Director Job at Chorus America in Arlington
Chorus America, Arlington, WV, United States
The Arlington Chorale seeks a part‑time Managing Director. The Managing Director will lead the administration, operations, development, and marketing of The Arlington Chorale. This role will serve in partnership with the Artistic Director and report to the TAC Board of Directors. The Director will work closely with members of the Board and its various Committees, the Artistic Director, and the Chorale Manager.
This role requires an organized administrator with fundraising experience and a deep passion for choral arts.
Please note that this is a Contractor position at this time. The role is hybrid, with most work able to be performed remotely but some required to be in-person (i.e., concerts, board meetings, other events, and occasional rehearsals).
Responsibilities Organizational Strategy
Work together with the Artistic Director and Board in implementing the strategic plan for the organization
Develop the TAC annual operating plan
Marketing and External Relations
Marketing
Develop the annual marketing strategy and operational plan
Drive the development, production, and placement of all TAC marketing and promotional material/outreach, including social and traditional media content and outreach, posters/postcards, e-newsletters, press releases, and special promotions.
Ensure the quality, consistency, and accuracy of all TAC communications
Stay abreast of, and where possible, conduct, audience and market research; develop strategies based on survey analyses.
Hire and oversee any vendors contracted for the purpose of enhancing marketing and press relations for TAC, including the videographer and photographer for concerts.
External Relations
Attend rehearsals as needed or requested by the Artistic Director.
Work with the Artistic Director and the Board to maintain and strengthen the Chorale’s relationship with the Arlington and Greater Washington DC community.
Maintain media contacts and act as a spokesperson for TAC as needed, working closely with the Artistic Director.
Develop and maintain relationships with local business and arts leaders to enhance the Chorale’s marketing and public relations efforts. Work to enhance public understanding of, and support for, the unique role of the Chorale in the community.
Fundraising and Development
Develop, manage, and work with the Board of Directors to implement TAC’s fundraising strategy and activities, including annual individual giving campaign, corporate sponsorship program, grant writing, special events, and in‑kind giving.
Develop fundraising strategy and operating plan.
Research, identify, and help cultivate potential donors and new grant possibilities.
Cultivate current and past donors through in‑person meetings and other stewardship.
Develop and produce all materials used to support TAC’s fundraising events and campaigns.
Work with Fundraising and Events Committees on all special fundraising events and benefits, participate in establishing the budget, and oversee the execution of each event
Complete all grant applications, reports, and proposals for annual grant processes, working closely with the Artistic Director.
Work with the Fundraising committee to ensure that all contributions and other support are acknowledged as required by law and as otherwise appropriate; maintain accurate and complete records of financial contributions and other substantial support.
Finance
Work with the Treasurer, Artistic Director, and Board Chair to prepare and submit annual operating budgets for approval.
Meet with the Treasurer on a monthly basis to review income and expenditures.
Operations, Concerts, and Administration
Concerts
Book venues for concerts, negotiate with vendors, and serve as logistical liaison.
Support the Chorale Manager to create and print all program books for concerts.
Host pre‑concert meetings with the Artistic Director, Chorale Manager, concert volunteers, and Board Chair to ensure all operational aspects are complete.
Operations
Maintain an electronic filing system for the organization (grant applications, marketing materials, fundraising materials, etc).
Launch a project management system to track key tasks and highlight accountability
Oversee any needed purchase of equipment, supplies, etc., according to budget and approved procedures
Governance
Attend all meetings of the Board of Directors, prepare and present reports for each Board meeting and for other committee meetings as required.
Serve as ex‑officio member of the Board along with Artistic Director
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
At least 3‑5 years leadership experience in arts administration.
Direct experience and strong knowledge of effective fundraising strategies, including donor cultivation, grant seeking, and event production.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with a Board of Directors, artistic leadership, staff, and volunteers.
Knowledge of the Arlington and regional arts funding landscape is strongly preferred.
Passion for the choral arts and community engagement.
Poised, professional presence as a public representative of the organization.
Collaborative leadership style and strong interpersonal skills, while being able to work independently and proactively.
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This role requires an organized administrator with fundraising experience and a deep passion for choral arts.
Please note that this is a Contractor position at this time. The role is hybrid, with most work able to be performed remotely but some required to be in-person (i.e., concerts, board meetings, other events, and occasional rehearsals).
Responsibilities Organizational Strategy
Work together with the Artistic Director and Board in implementing the strategic plan for the organization
Develop the TAC annual operating plan
Marketing and External Relations
Marketing
Develop the annual marketing strategy and operational plan
Drive the development, production, and placement of all TAC marketing and promotional material/outreach, including social and traditional media content and outreach, posters/postcards, e-newsletters, press releases, and special promotions.
Ensure the quality, consistency, and accuracy of all TAC communications
Stay abreast of, and where possible, conduct, audience and market research; develop strategies based on survey analyses.
Hire and oversee any vendors contracted for the purpose of enhancing marketing and press relations for TAC, including the videographer and photographer for concerts.
External Relations
Attend rehearsals as needed or requested by the Artistic Director.
Work with the Artistic Director and the Board to maintain and strengthen the Chorale’s relationship with the Arlington and Greater Washington DC community.
Maintain media contacts and act as a spokesperson for TAC as needed, working closely with the Artistic Director.
Develop and maintain relationships with local business and arts leaders to enhance the Chorale’s marketing and public relations efforts. Work to enhance public understanding of, and support for, the unique role of the Chorale in the community.
Fundraising and Development
Develop, manage, and work with the Board of Directors to implement TAC’s fundraising strategy and activities, including annual individual giving campaign, corporate sponsorship program, grant writing, special events, and in‑kind giving.
Develop fundraising strategy and operating plan.
Research, identify, and help cultivate potential donors and new grant possibilities.
Cultivate current and past donors through in‑person meetings and other stewardship.
Develop and produce all materials used to support TAC’s fundraising events and campaigns.
Work with Fundraising and Events Committees on all special fundraising events and benefits, participate in establishing the budget, and oversee the execution of each event
Complete all grant applications, reports, and proposals for annual grant processes, working closely with the Artistic Director.
Work with the Fundraising committee to ensure that all contributions and other support are acknowledged as required by law and as otherwise appropriate; maintain accurate and complete records of financial contributions and other substantial support.
Finance
Work with the Treasurer, Artistic Director, and Board Chair to prepare and submit annual operating budgets for approval.
Meet with the Treasurer on a monthly basis to review income and expenditures.
Operations, Concerts, and Administration
Concerts
Book venues for concerts, negotiate with vendors, and serve as logistical liaison.
Support the Chorale Manager to create and print all program books for concerts.
Host pre‑concert meetings with the Artistic Director, Chorale Manager, concert volunteers, and Board Chair to ensure all operational aspects are complete.
Operations
Maintain an electronic filing system for the organization (grant applications, marketing materials, fundraising materials, etc).
Launch a project management system to track key tasks and highlight accountability
Oversee any needed purchase of equipment, supplies, etc., according to budget and approved procedures
Governance
Attend all meetings of the Board of Directors, prepare and present reports for each Board meeting and for other committee meetings as required.
Serve as ex‑officio member of the Board along with Artistic Director
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
At least 3‑5 years leadership experience in arts administration.
Direct experience and strong knowledge of effective fundraising strategies, including donor cultivation, grant seeking, and event production.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with a Board of Directors, artistic leadership, staff, and volunteers.
Knowledge of the Arlington and regional arts funding landscape is strongly preferred.
Passion for the choral arts and community engagement.
Poised, professional presence as a public representative of the organization.
Collaborative leadership style and strong interpersonal skills, while being able to work independently and proactively.
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