Director of Development (Houston-Based Candidates Preferred)

Position Overview:

Houston Broadway Theatre seeks a motivated and dynamic Director of Developoment to lead our fundraising and development efforts. This hybrid role is ideal for someone with nonprofit experience eager to work in a small, growing organization. The ideal candidate will excel at building partnerships, engaging donors, and crafting creative solutions to achieve fundraising goals.

About Us:

Houston Broadway Theatre is a young, nonprofit theater company dedicated to bringing high-quality theatrical productions to the Houston community. We value creativity, collaboration, and a passion for the arts as a small organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a development professional who wants to make a significant impact and grow with us.

Key Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy and Execution

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the annual fundraising goal of $750,000.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
• Plan and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives.

Partnership Development

• Identify and build strategic partnerships with local businesses, community leaders, and organizations to support Houston Broadway Theatre’s mission.
• Leverage existing relationships and networks to expand the organization’s reach and donor base.

Donor Engagement and Outreach

• Create and maintain meaningful relationships with donors and sponsors through personalized communication and engagement strategies.

Creative Problem Solving

• Develop innovative solutions to challenges in donor engagement, campaign design, and event execution.
• Work collaboratively with the team to identify new growth opportunities.

Team Collaboration and Reporting

• Collaborate with the President and Board of Directors on development strategy and initiatives.
• Track and report on fundraising progress, donor engagement metrics, and financial goals.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in nonprofit development and fundraising.
• Proven success in creating and maintaining strategic partnerships.  
• Knowledge of the philanthropic communities in the Houston area.
• Skilled in outreach and donor cultivation, with a strong ability to connect with people.
• Ability to develop innovative solutions to achieve fundraising goals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including grant writing and proposal development.
• Comfortable working in a small, fast-paced organization with a hybrid setup.
• Enthusiasm for theater and the performing arts is a plus.

Position Details:

• Type: Hybrid (remote and in-person)
• Schedule: Full-time; occasional evenings and weekends for events
• Salary Range: $85,000 - $105,000 (depending on experience)
• Reports To: President of Houston Broadway Theatre