The Director of Development and Communications leads Atlas's fundraising strategy (major gifts, corporate sponsorships, individual and planned giving) and oversees marketing and communications to grow our visibility and community engagement. This role works as part of a two-person Development team; grant writing, management, and reporting (foundation and government) are owned separately by our Director of Administration, so this position is focused on relationship-driven fundraising and marketing/communications leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Lead major gift, corporate sponsorship, and individual giving strategy, owning the full donor portfolio from cultivation through stewardship
Plan and execute fundraising events, including the Atlas Annual Benefit
Develop and direct Atlas's marketing and communications strategy, including digital content, social media, and press
Supervise a Marketing Associate and independent contractors supporting marketing and fundraising
Qualifications
3–5 years of development and marketing experience in a nonprofit arts organization
CRM/fundraising software proficiency (Patron Manager or Salesforce preferred)
Bachelor's degree preferred; relevant experience considered in lieu
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, a portfolio of work samples (up to 4 samples), and three professional references via the application link below.

Director of Development and Communications
Atlas Performing Arts Center · Washington, DC, USA ·
- Job type:
- Full Time