Bilingual Executive Director, Arts Nonprofit (LA)

Art Division; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Art Division seeks a passionate, culturally aware Director based in Los Angeles for a part-time role (32 hours/week, Tue–Fri). The ideal candidate is fluent in Spanish, collaborates across staff and partners, and will work with the Board and Dan McCleary to advance the mission of empowering under-served youth through the arts.

Reporting to the Board, this public-facing leader will oversee fundraising, program development, and community partnerships while ensuring equity and cultural integrity

Qualifications

• 5+ years nonprofit or arts leadership experience
• Proven donor cultivation and fundraising experience
• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Reside in Los Angeles and be on-site
• Able to work evenings/weekends
• Strong commitment to youth and community arts

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute fundraising strategy with the Board, including major donors, grants, and partnerships
• Guide long-term strategic planning for organizational growth and sustainability
• Oversee program design and alignment with pedagogy and youth-serving goals
• Maintain governance and board relations with proactive communication
• Collaborate with design and exhibit teams to uphold brand and public presence
• Cultivate partnerships with local organizations, city agencies, and community leaders

Skills

Fundraising

Bilingual Spanish/English

Strategic leadership

Community engagement

Budgeting & governance

Job description

Art Division seeks a passionate, culturally aware Director based in Los Angeles for a part-time role (32 hours/week, Tue–Fri). The ideal candidate is fluent in Spanish, collaborates across staff and partners, and will work with the Board and Dan McCleary to advance the mission of empowering under-served youth through the arts.

Reporting to the Board, this public-facing leader will oversee fundraising, program development, and community partnerships while ensuring equity and cultural integrity