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The Dallas Opera · 2 months ago

Development Events Manager

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

The Dallas Opera is a prominent cultural institution, and they are seeking a Development Events Manager to enhance their fundraising efforts. This role involves planning and executing a variety of donor-related events aimed at building relationships with supporters and ensuring effective donor engagement.

EducationEventsPerforming ArtsTheatre

Responsibilities

Plan and execute all membership events for Friends, Inner Circle, Orpheus Legacy Society, and other donor groups

Plan and execute signature events – Opening Night (fall) and OnStage Dinner (spring); artistic development related events – Vocal Competition Judges Luncheon and post-concert reception (spring); Women Conductors panel discussion and luncheon (fall and winter); post Showcase Concert reception (winter); Titus Recital post-concert reception and dinner (winter); and other events, as needed

Partner with the Artistic and Production teams to coordinate event programming and artistic elements

Work across The Dallas Opera teams, particularly Operations, to plan and execute events

Collaborate with Marketing and Communications teams to promote events through email campaigns, social media, and printed materials

Create and manage event budgets, ensuring financial accountability and cost-effectiveness

Oversee event logistics, including venue selection, vendor negotiations, catering, AV, and décor, serving as relationship manager with all vendors, specifically AT&T Performing Arts Center and catering partners, maintaining positive working relationships while setting performance expectations and enforcing accountability

Conduct post-event evaluations to measure success and identify areas for improvement; prepare post-event reports, including financial summaries and attendee feedback

Serve as the primary point of contact on event days, ensuring all operations run smoothly; handle last-minute adjustments and problem-solve to maintain a high-quality guest experience

Work nights and weekends to staff donor events

Other duties as needed

Qualification

Event planningBudget managementVendor managementMicrosoft OfficeProject managementCustomer servicePerforming artsInterpersonal skillsWriting skillsAttention to detail