JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Full Time

  • Job Description

    The Development Director contributes to the overall success of Deeply Rooted Productions by leading the creation and implementation of the development plan in conjunction with the Executive, Development, and Marketing teams, Board, staff and consultants.

    About Deeply Rooted Productions

    Deeply Rooted Productions/Deeply Rooted Dance Theater (DRP/DRDT), established in 1995, made its public debut in 1996. DRP re-imagines and diversifies the aesthetics of contemporary dance by uniting modern, classical, American, and African American traditions in dance and storytelling. Through its uncompromising pursuit of excellence, DRP demonstrates the transformative power of art and beauty in Chicago and on the world stage. It cultivates a creative community dedicated to nurturing artists, advancing dance education, fostering collaboration, supporting human relationships, and sharing common values. For more information, please visit DeeplyRootedDanceTheater.org

    Position

    DRP seeks a Development Director with demonstrated executive management skills who is a creative, collaborative, and self-reflective leader with a passion for the arts and its transformative power. The Development Director will be responsible for providing oversight and management of the organization's development functions. The Development Director works with the Executive Team to develop and implement the strategic plan and works closely with the Board of Directors to ensure fiscal health and viability. The Development Director and Executive Team are jointly responsible for realizing DRP's goals for artistic excellence, diversified and authentic creativity, arts leadership cultivation, and community and relationship building. DRP is evolving, and the anticipated changes will require innovation, efficiency, and flexibility of the Development Director.

    Primary Duties, Responsibilities, and Estimated Proportions of Workloads

    Shared Executive Leadership (50%)

    • Leads the development and implementation of the fund development plan. • Develops and implements donor, board and committee cultivation functions/events. • Works closely with the Board Chair and Executive Director to develop and implement Board member plans.

    Fundraising, Marketing, and External Relations (50%)

    • Direct and expand individual donor cultivation as well as institutional fundraising with foundations, corporations, and government agencies.

    • Act as the organization's spokesperson when appropriate.

    • Works with the Executive and Marketing teams to ensure that consistent branding strategies align with the development plan.

    Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will:

    • Have a successful record in generating philanthropic support from individuals, foundations, corporations, and government agencies with an annual budget of $3M and above.

    • Have a successful record in generating philanthropic support for a capital campaign with a budget of $26M and above.

    • Combine demonstrated business acumen with creative and collaborative leadership. • Have strong interest and experience in non-profit arts management.

    • Be an effective communicator and inspirational leader.

    • Be highly organized.

    • Be dedicated to coaching and nurturing emerging arts leaders.

    Essential qualifications:

    • Minimum of 3 years management/team leadership experience in a non-profit arts organization of a larger size.

    • Demonstrated experience in budget management and financial reporting. • Demonstrated track record as an effective supervisor, including nurturing talents, providing actionable feedback, leading by example, and approaching challenges honestly and creatively.

    • Experience working with a Board and Board/Capital Campaign committees. Other desired qualifications:

    • Innate love and value for contemporary dance, especially African American traditions in dance and cultural and historic perspectives that supports those traditions. • Event planning, production, or high-level project management skills.

    • Ability to read and understand lengthy, detailed contracts and negotiate terms. • Senior experience with productivity tools (i.e., Google Workspace, Microsoft Office 365, MailChimp, Salesforce, Kindful, and other CRM platforms).

    Reporting

    The Development Director reports to the Executive Director.

    Work Hours

    Work is completed in a hybrid of in-person and virtual engagement, as required.

    Compensation

    Commensurate with experience for an organization of DRP's size, with opportunities for growth in subsequent years. This is a full-time position with flexible hours, comp time, paid vacation, and sick leave. Health benefits and retirement plan to begin fall 2023.

    Pay: up to $140,000/year

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

    Please email your resume and a cover letter to info@deeplyrootedproductions.org. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Upon the successful completion of the search, the Selection Committee intends to hire the Development Director on or before December 19, 2023. No phone calls, please.

    Deeply Rooted Productions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants.

Part Time

 

Internships

Deeply Rooted Dance Theater seeks enthusiastic, hardworking undergraduate and graduate students for internships for Spring, Summer and Fall in the following areas.

  • Company Management Internship

  • Production Management Internship

  • Marketing Internship

  • Operations Internship

  • Dance Education Internship

  • Development Internship

Deeply Rooted interns collaborate with the Artistic team and Administrative staff on multiple projects throughout the year, working in operations, development, marketing, and programs as integral members of our staff. Interns will gain a well-rounded understanding of the inner workings of a non-profit arts organization while learning and working in a fast-paced but nurturing environment. This is a great opportunity for any young professional seeking to both apply their academic skills and gain experience in arts administration.

Stipends are available and internships may develop into full or part-time work with the company.

How to Apply

To apply for an internship, please email the following to amwd@deeplyrootedproductions.org:

  • A cover letter detailing your specific interest in Deeply Rooted, attached to the email, in PDF file format.

  • Resume in PDF file format.

  •  Relevant work samples (e.g., writing samples, graphic design, financial analysis).

*Students should contact their internship office for academic credit.
(INTERNSHIP NOTICES WILL BE POSTED AS NEEDED HERE)

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