Matchbox Children's Theatre Inc. · 1 week ago
Executive Director
Austin, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$50K/yr - $65K/yrMatchbox Children's Theatre Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing professional quality children's theatre and education. The Executive Director will lead the organization by providing strategic oversight, managing operations, securing funding, and engaging with the community to support youth theatre arts education.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic oversight to ensure excellence in programming, financial accounting, communications, marketing, and administrative systems
Collaborate with Matchbox Children’s Theatre’s Board of Directors, employees, contracted personnel, and members to allocate resources and implement timely initiatives that support Matchbox’s long-term goals
Cultivate meaningful engagement with volunteers, board members, community partners, and donors to strengthen organizational support and visibility
Serve as ex-officio member of all committees and foster active participation
Lead, mentor, and retain Matchbox Children’s Theatre staff and members of the Board of Directors to promote a culture of collaboration and accountability
Lead efforts to increase revenue and fundraising initiatives that sustain current programming and support strategic growth
Enhance the organization’s brand identity by increasing digital presence, including creating marketing materials and utilizing social media
Research and apply for grant opportunities that are applicable to Matchbox Children’s Theatre’s mission
Qualification
Required
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively
Demonstrated passion for theatre, youth development, and community-based arts initiatives
Prior experience working, or volunteering, with non-profit organizations
Proficiency with commonly used office and productivity software, including Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Google Workspace, Canva, and related platforms
Successful completion of a background check through the Safe Gatherings program
Preferred
Postsecondary education in non-profit leadership, business administration, arts management, or a related discipline
Proven management experience in a corporation or nonprofit setting, with a track record of effective team leadership
Experience in program planning and event coordination
Strong knowledge of organizational governance, especially within board-led nonprofits
Demonstrated success in fundraising, including donor cultivation, grant writing, and sponsorship development
Familiarity with the Austin, MN community and its cultural landscape is a plus
Company
Matchbox Children's Theatre Inc.
MATCHBOX CHILDRENS THEATRE INC is a company based out of PO BOX 572, AUSTIN, Minnesota, United States.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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