Position Title: Executive Director, New Orleans Opera Association
Reports to: General Directorr
The Executive Director is the primary administrator for New Orleans Opera and is responsible for oversight and management of all the Association’s business operations.
The position is responsible for oversight of Marketing, Development, Accounting, and Box Office departments, is the primary contact for Board of Directors, responsible for actively working with the Treasurer and Finance Committee to help compile and present annual budgets to board of directors and to assist with preparation of financial statements and reports for Treasurer prior to all board meetings.
Preference will be given to individuals with an extensive Development background, especially in areas such as research and creation of sponsorship proposals, meeting with corporations, foundations, and individuals to present and discuss proposals and ensuring that sponsorship agreements are fulfilled.
This individual will plan and oversee the annual fund drive, major donor events, and special campaigns, and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, corporations, arts council, media, and legislators.
Competitive salary and benefits.
The New Orleans Opera Association, 1010 Common Street, Suite 1820, New Orleans, LA 70112.
phone:504-529-2278; fax: 504- 529-7668;
www.neworleansopera.org.
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