Executive Director

The Little Light House Central Kentucky, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Berea Arts Council seeks an energetic, collaborative Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and impact. The role reports to the Board of Directors and requires a hands-on leader who can build relationships with artists, supporters, and partners.

You will oversee programs, fundraising, finances, and operations, and serve as an ambassador for the arts in Berea and the surrounding community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in arts administration, fine arts, nonprofit management, business, communications, or related field, or a comparable combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit leadership, arts administration, community development, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, grant writing, donor cultivation, sponsorship development, or related revenue-generating activities
• Organizational leadership, including the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including volunteers, artists, donors, community partners, staff and board members.
• Organizational financial management
• Project-management
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; Passion for the arts and their role in building vibrant communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the organization and implement strategic priorities in partnership with the Board of Directors.
• Manage day-to-day operations, finances, policies, and administrative systems.
• Develop and oversee exhibitions, educational programs, events, and artist opportunities.
• Lead fundraising efforts, including grants, sponsorships, donor cultivation, membership growth, and special events.
• Supervise staff, contractors, instructors, interns, and volunteers.
• Oversee communications, marketing, public relations, and community partnerships.
• Serve as an advocate and ambassador for the arts and for Berea Arts Council throughout the community.

Skills

Fundraising

Grant writing

Donor cultivation

Sponsorship development

Organizational leadership

Organizational financial management

Project management

Communication skills

Arts administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in arts administration, fine arts, nonprofit management, business, communications, or related field

Job description

This role is for someone who takes initiative and is comfortable both speaking publicly and working solo. One day you will be working on a grant proposal; the next, you will be moving furniture for a new exhibit; there is a variety of work. The ideal candidate is a rare blend of artist, CEO, diplomat, camp counselor, and community advocate, capable of inspiring people and managing complex operations towards a shared, meaningful future. Our team values collaboration, creativity, and adaptability, ensuring a supportive environment for all members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership for the organization and implement strategic priorities in partnership with the Board of Directors.
• Manage day-to-day operations, finances, policies, and administrative systems.
• Develop and oversee exhibitions, educational programs, events, and artist opportunities.
• Lead fundraising efforts, including grants, sponsorships, donor cultivation, membership growth, and special events.
• Supervise staff, contractors, instructors, interns, and volunteers.
• Oversee communications, marketing, public relations, and community partnerships.
• Serve as an advocate and ambassador for the arts and for Berea Arts Council throughout the community.

Berea Arts Council seeks an energetic, collaborative, and mission-driven Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and impact. The Executive Director serves as the chief administrative and strategic leader of BAC and works closely with the Board of Directors to advance the organization's mission, programs, financial sustainability, and community impact.The successful candidate will be a relationship-builder with demonstrated experience in fundraising, grant development, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is both a strategic leader and a hands‑on leader—someone who enjoys building relationships, supporting artists, managing details, and helping a small community arts organization thrive.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in arts administration, fine arts, nonprofit management, business, communications, or a related field, or a comparable combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit leadership, arts administration, community development, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in the following:
• Fundraising, grant writing, donor cultivation, sponsorship development, or related revenue-generating activities
• Organizational leadership, including the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including volunteers, artists, donors, community partners, staff and board members.
• Organizational financial management
• Project-management
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  & Passion for the arts and their role in building vibrant communities.