Executive Director

Salary: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually

Chorus Austin in Austin, Texas is a non‑profit community‑based organization under the guidance of Artistic Director and Conductor Ryan Heller. Chorus Austin hosts a full season of six or more concerts annually, including large‑scale productions by its 150‑voice Symphonic Chorus and more intimate concerts by its Chamber Ensemble. This season, Chorus Austin celebrates 61 years of continuously providing the best in choral music to the Austin and Central Texas community.

Chorus Austin seeks a dynamic, strategic, and highly organized Executive Director to advance the organization’s mission, vision, and long‑term sustainability. Reporting to the Board of Directors and working in close partnership with the Artistic Director and Chorus & Production Manager, the Executive Director leads organizational development, fundraising, and day‑to‑day operations.

• Proven success in fundraising, including major gifts, grants, sponsor ships, and events.
• Ability to translate mission and vision into actionable strategies with measurable outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills with donors, board members and staff, artists, and community partners.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, operations, and personnel with accountability and attention to detail.
• Flexible, collaborative leadership style suited to a dynamic choral arts environment.

This role is evenly divided between Fundraising & Development (50%) and Organizational Leadership & Administration (50%).

The Executive Director serves as Chorus Austin’s chief development officer, responsible for creating and executing a comprehensive, sustainable fundraising strategy.

• Partner with the Board of Directors and Development Committee to develop and implement a multi‑year fundraising plan aligned with the strategic plan.
• Establish annual revenue goals in collaboration with the Treasurer and lead efforts to meet or exceed them.
• Support Board members in their fundraising responsibilities, including donor cultivation and solicitation.
• Foster a culture of philanthropy across the organization.

• Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors in partnership with the Development Committee.
• Maintain strong relationships with current donors while identifying and engaging new supporters.
• Manage a portfolio of key donors and lead donor communications and meetings.

• Oversee the identification, application, and reporting processes for foundation and government grants in collaboration with the grant writer.
• Ensure timely, accurate compliance with all grant requirements.

• Develop sponsorship packages and tailored engagement opportunities with relevant committees.
• Identify and secure corporate sponsors and strategic partners.

• Collaborate with the Development Committee to plan and execute fundraising campaigns and events.
• Work with the Treasurer to track, analyze, and report on fundraising performance.

The Executive Director ensures effective operations, financial health, and strategic alignment across the organization.

• Partner with the Board and its committees to implement and refine the Strategic Plan.
• Provide regular updates on organizational performance, finances, and progress toward goals.
• Support Board and committee meetings, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations in collaboration with the Board Secretary.
• Oversee required filings, licenses, and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with the Treasurer and Finance Committee to develop and monitor the annual budget.
• Ensure fiscal responsibility and long‑term sustainability.
• Hire, supervise, and evaluate staff and contractors in partnership with the Governance Committee and with Board approval.
• Cultivate an inclusive, collaborative, and high‑performing work environment.

• Oversee marketing strategy to promote concerts, programs, and…