Are you passionate about uniting people through great musical performances?

The Victoria Bach Festival is accepting applications for the Executive Director position. Cover letter and resume should be emailed to jobs@victoriabachfestival.org.  Applications received before October 20, 2021 are prioritized.

Executive Director Position
Reports to: Board of Directors
Partners with: Artistic Director (AD), equal co-leadership position

The Executive Director (ED) is VBF’s chief administrative officer and provides leadership to realize the Festival’s vision, fulfill its mission, and achieve goals of artistic success, financial stability, and community engagement. The Executive Director is responsible and accountable for VBF’s operations, including development, financial management, strategic planning, and staff and volunteer management, leading to the organization’s future growth and sustainability.

The Executive Director takes an active role in fundraising, providing direction and support to the fundraising efforts of the Board. The ED actively pursues philanthropic support from individuals, businesses and corporations, local and national foundations, and government agencies, and ensures excellent stewardship of gifts.

The Executive Director works in partnership with the Artistic Director (AD) to create an annual festival as well as other programs and events throughout the year. The ED leads, motivates, and supports VBF staff, board of directors and volunteers in the production of the annual Festival and off-season concerts.

Together with the Artistic Director, the Executive Director represents VBF throughout the community and state. The ED is an active and full participant in the life of Victoria and the Crossroads area.

The Executive Director will:

  • Identify, solicit, apply for, and report on prospective foundation and corporate giving opportunities, both locally and nationally.
  • Provide leadership and direction to non-musical staff and contractors, which include an Office Assistant, Artist Contractor, Music Librarian, Stage Manager, and graphic designer.
  • Serve as production manager and direct staff in preparation of contracts, schedules, artists’ contracts, insurance, licensing and related rights, travel and accommodations, venue rental, performance recordings, and instrument and equipment rental.
  • Provide clear and consistent financial reporting to the VBF Board in collaboration with the Treasurer and bookkeeper.
  • Guide budget development and financial planning in collaboration with the Treasurer.
  • Prepare Board agenda, minutes, and packet in coordination with the Board President and Treasurer.
  • Attend Board meetings, which are currently scheduled monthly in the early evening, plus a retreat for long-term strategy and planning.
  • Assist Board committees in planning and coordinating fundraising events.
  • Implement efficient ticket sales and box office procedures; serve as a presence at the front of house.
  • Oversee management of databases of ticket sales and donations.
  • In coordination with the Executive Committee, lead the development and implementation of strategic planning.
  • In collaboration with Board committees, assist with distribution and content of concert programs, marketing materials, email marketing campaigns, web site and social media content and expansion.
  • Coordinate volunteers and contractors as needed.
  • Ensure that VBF’s technological infrastructure supports staff and patrons.

Candidate Profile:

  • A proven track record of success working in the non-profit environment; ideally with experience in the performing arts.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both speaking and writing.
  • Ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines.
  • Self-starter, goal oriented.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Availability and willingness to work evenings and weekends for the Festival’s 20-25 yearly concerts and fundraising events.
  • Experience and skill with Microsoft Office, Mailchimp, and social media platforms.
  • A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
  • An appetite for collaborations and partnerships.
  • An eagerness to become an engaged and visible presence in the Victoria community.
  • A passion for the Victoria Bach Festival’s artistic creations and community.

Ideal Experience:

  • Education: Qualified applicants should have a bachelor’s degree.  An advanced degree or certification in business, nonprofit management, arts management, or other relevant area is helpful.
  • Experience: prior experience in a leadership capacity; experience in a leadership capacity of a performing arts organization would be ideal. Leading candidates will have highly-developed skills in event planning, financial management, development, relationship management, and strategic planning.

Work Environment:

  • Current offices are on the second floor of a historic building accessible by a short flight of stairs; no elevator access.

Compensation and Benefits: 

$49,000-$52,000, commensurate with experience. Full-time, exempt position with 4 weeks paid time off per year, sick leave, and family leave.

The Victoria Bach Festival is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

 

Email cover letter and resume to jobs@victoriabachfestival.org.  Applications received before October 8, 2021 are prioritized.