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Charlottesville Opera is currently seeking applicants for the following positions:

General Director reporting to the Board of Directors

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia; the General Director will be expected to reside in the Charlottesville area 

Type/FLSA: Full Time – Exempt

Direct Reports: Artistic Director, Operations Manager, and seasonal hires

Compensation: Commensurate with experience
The Opportunity:

The General Director will partner with the Board of Directors to develop and execute an artistic vision and long-term fiscally responsible operational strategy for the Charlottesville Opera (CO). The successful applicant will have responsibility for all artistic, business and administrative activities of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

The General Director will have responsibility for and oversight of all aspects of the company’s operations including: 
  • Financial Management, including budgeting and expense control
  • Fundraising, including individuals, corporations, foundations and special events
  • Artistic Operations, working with the Artistic Director to oversee Programming and Production Management
  • General Administration, including staff hiring and management
  • Marketing and Public Relations
  • Education and Community Outreach
 
 Selection Criteria:

  • Senior management experience in opera/musical theater strongly preferred
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to effectively gain the respect and support of various stakeholders, including Board members, donors, volunteers, and community members required
  • Exceptional written, oral, presentation, and organizational skill required
  • Proven ability to work independently, meet deadlines, multi-task, adapt to change, be creative, and problem-solve
  • Extensive knowledge of fund-raising “best practices,” principles, and ethics
  • Minimum of five years personally designing and executing successful fundraising campaigns strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of five years’ successful financial and personnel management experience (preferably with a non-profit organization) required
  • Expertise working with DonorPerfect and/or other fundraising databases required
  • Facility with QuickBooks accounting software required.
  • Advanced degree preferred

The Region:

The city of Charlottesville, located in west central Virginia, approximately 100 miles southwest of Washington, DC and 70 miles northwest of Richmond, Virginia.  Known for its architectural and historical significance and natural beauty, Charlottesville is home to the University of Virginia and Thomas Jefferson’s house Monticello, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. 
Downtown Charlottesville features one of the longest outdoor pedestrian malls in the United State with stores, restaurants, and civic attractions.  The city hosts world-class entertainment such as Charlottesville Opera and has an active, highly regarded arts and theater community.  

Application Procedure:

Charlottesville Opera is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages all qualified persons to apply. Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, references, and any other materials the candidate deems relevant to: search@charlottesvilleopera.org by November 15, 2021.  Persons under consideration will be contacted by the Search Committee.