Senior Development Director - Opera & Performing Arts

Stagetime Inc.; Indianola, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Metro Opera seeks a dynamic Director of Development to lead fundraising strategy and revenue diversification. The role collaborates closely with the General and Artistic Director, the Leadership Team, and a Development Coordinator to grow gifts and grants for a nationally recognized summer opera festival.

The Director will cultivate national donor relationships, manage annual operating funds over $2.3 million, and steward partnerships with boards and funders to ensure long-term

Qualifications

• Experience leading fundraising campaigns and annual giving programs.
• Ability to analyze donor data to inform strategies and growth.
• Proven track record in building partnerships with boards and funders.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising strategy and income goals for the organization.
• Develop and manage public grants, foundations, corporate giving and major gifts.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, boards, and leadership.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align fundraising with program goals.
• Oversee endowment and capital campaign initiatives.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor cultivation

Board collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree (minimum)

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Des Moines Metro Opera seeks a dynamic Director of Development to lead fundraising strategy and revenue diversification. The role collaborates closely with the General and Artistic Director, the Leadership Team, and a Development Coordinator to grow gifts and grants for a nationally recognized summer opera festival.

The Director will cultivate national donor relationships, manage annual operating funds over $2.3 million, and steward partnerships with boards and funders to ensure long-term