Executive Director

Davidson Community Players Seeks an Executive Director

Davidson Community Players (DCP) is seeking a highly skilled Executive Director to help us further our vision of being the region’s premiere community theater. Reporting to the board of directors, the Executive Director will oversee and continually develop the strategic and operational efficiencies of our programs and staff. This seasoned leader will not only understand current trends in the arts but will also have experience in developing and implementing a successful fundraising plan. Experience in hiring and managing staff is essential, and established relationships with local community groups is a plus.

Above all, the Executive Director should be highly effective in a leadership role that requires clear communication skills and decisiveness. A visible and vocal advocate, both internally and in the community at large, the executive director will demonstrate the ability to organize and motivate other people to accomplish goals, create a sense of order and direction, and gain active participation among a variety of stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS ROLE INCLUDE:

• Leading an engaged, professional staff, as well as enthusiastic volunteers
• Leading financial planning and execution, providing analysis, developing earned and contributed revenue forecasting models and scenario plans, and making financial recommendations to the board
• Identifying and securing grants that sustain the operation and growth of the organization, and cultivating relationships with individual donors, potential corporate sponsors, and other funders to support increased contributed revenue
• Leading efforts to broaden the donor base and increase overall revenue for the operations
• Serving as a committed, forward-thinking, and accessible leader for DCP with a passionate connection to the organization’s mission
• Providing oversight of operations and programming for the theater, including theatrical productions events
• Collaborating with the Director of Education to foster strong and innovative programs for youth
• Developing and sustaining cooperative and collaborative partnerships in the Lake Norman region and surrounding communities
• Verifying that projects are managed in compliance with contractual agreements, ordinances, regulations, laws, and other requirements
• Regularly engaging board members, acting as a liaison between board committees, staff, and the Artistic Director
• Committing to a positive culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, and access
• Supporting marketing, publicity, communications, and public relations efforts to advance DCP programs

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or finance preferred
• Seven or more years of experience in senior management, preferably with nonprofit organizations
• Strong experience in financial planning, cash flow forecasting, and budget execution
• Knowledge of leadership and management principles for nonprofit organizations, including staff coaching and professional development
• Proven success working with a board of directors
• Familiarity with nonprofit grant opportunities, especially in the theatre arts area
• Entrepreneurial mindset and an innovative approach to business planning
• Experience in a theatre setting is preferred but not required

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and interest in working at DCP, along with a resume, to jobs@davidsoncommunityplayers.org with Executive Director Search
– [your name] in the subject line. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applications without a cover letter and resume WILL NOT be considered.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:

DCP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Davidson, NC 28036: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work evenings as needed for production-related tasks?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Management: 5 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000