Executive Director
About The Position
The Lexington Symphony, in partnership with Insource Services Inc., is conducting a search for its next Executive Director. Lexington Symphony is a professional orchestra of accomplished musicians who share a passion for classical music, a commitment to community engagement, and a dedication to exacting standards of performance. The Symphony offers six programs each season at Cary Hall in Lexington and reaches thousands of area youth annually with Orchestrating Kids Through Classics™, its award-winning educational outreach program for third and fourth graders. With an emphasis on making music accessible to the community, Lexington Symphony offers world-class programming, affordable tickets, and outreach programs that introduce music lovers of all ages to classical music.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- Minimum 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit management, preferably in the arts or cultural sector
- Proven track record of successful fundraising with demonstrated results (grants, individual giving, corporate sponsorships, campaigns)
- Experience supervising and managing staff
- Experience working with a Board of Directors
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Nonprofit Management, Arts Administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- Passion for classical music and arts education
- High emotional intelligence and collaborative style
- Self-motivated; thrives in a flexible, hybrid environment
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
- Detail-oriented with strong project management skills
Responsibilities
- Lead all fundraising efforts; develop and execute 2-3 year development plans
- Cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations
- Write grant proposals and manage reporting; execute annual appeals
- Engage the Board in fundraising activities and donor stewardship
- Collaborate with the Board and the Music Director on strategic planning and organizational vision
- Supervise Operations Manager and support staff
- Ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and policy requirements
- Manage donor database and ticketing systems
- Serve as organizational spokesperson and public face
- Build partnerships with community organizations, media, and policymakers
- Oversee marketing plans and website content
- Represent the organization at community events
- Collaborate with the Treasurer on budget development and financial oversight
- Monitor cash flow and provide regular financial reporting to the Board
- Participate in multi-year financial planning
- Coordinate guest artist logistics and program book advertising
- Support concert operations and maintain the master schedule
- Oversee concert recording and archival management
Benefits
- Stipend for health insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
