Executive Director

Arts Admin Jobs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Capital City Symphony is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial arts administration leader to become our next part-time Executive Director. The role is approximately 15 hours per week with compensation of $31,500 per year, based at Atlas Performing Arts Center in the H Street Corridor.

The Executive Director will oversee fundraising, marketing, finance, and operations in partnership with the Artistic Director and Board of Directors, helping CCS realize its ambitious growth vision.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of performing arts administration experience.
• Track record of growing fundraising and individual giving.
• Strong financial and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising, marketing, finance, and operations in partnership with the Artistic Director and Board of Directors.

Skills

Fundraising

Nonprofit administration

Strategic planning

Financial management

Leadership

Stakeholder relations

Job description

Capital City Symphony seeks a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and strategic arts administration and development leader to serve as our next part-time Executive Director. Approximately 15 hours per week, $31,500 per year.

Capital City Symphony is a vibrant orchestra of approximately 75 volunteer musicians, based at the Atlas Performing Arts Center in the H Street Corridor. Under Artistic Director and Conductor Victoria Gau, CCS has earned a reputation for innovative, immersive programming that makes classical music more accessible to all.

The Executive Director serves as the administrative head of the organization — leading fundraising, marketing, finance, and operations in partnership with the Artistic Director and Board of Directors — while helping CCS realize its ambitious vision for growth.

We’re looking for someone with 10+ years of performing arts administration experience, a track record of growing fundraising and individual giving, and strong financial and organizational skills.