JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Associate Director of Development and Marketing 

Reports to: Executive Director

Benefits: Yes

Hours: Full-time

Location: Hybrid, Washington, DC

ABOUT CHILDREN’S CHORUS OF WASHINGTON

Children’s Chorus of Washington (CCW), now in its 28th season, nurtures artistic excellence and empowers young singers by celebrating our shared humanity and the value of every voice. CCW is actively pursuing its vision of a chorus that represents the racial, cultural, and economic diversity of the Greater Washington community, making its outstanding program accessible to children and youth of all backgrounds. We focus on cultivating an inclusive and welcoming environment for singers from across the DMV area to engage in transformative music education, and provide opportunities for young people to have world-class singing experiences. Celebrated as the premier youth chorus in the nation’s capital, our 200+ singers ranging in age from 6 - 18, regularly perform in DC’s most prestigious venues, and tour across the world.

JOB SUMMARY AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

CCW is seeking a motivated and dynamic Associate Director of Development and Marketing to join our team. This is a leadership role that requires the initiative to grow the organization’s marketing and development efforts. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual with 4-5 years of experience in development and/or marketing, who is highly organized, and passionate about our mission.

Development:

1. Collaborate with the Executive Director, Development Committee, and Fundraising Consultant to plan and execute a comprehensive development strategy to drive fundraising initiatives.
2. Serve as the chief grant writer, identifying grant opportunities, writing compelling proposals, and managing grant reporting and compliance.
3. Organize and project manage the organization’s annual fund, being the primary driver of all direct mail and email based appeals, cultivating and maintaining relationships with donors, and identifying and stewarding annual fund prospects with the potential to be major donors.
4. Partner with the Executive Director to implement a major donor strategy.
5. Serve as the primary organizer for fundraising events, including a board-led gala.
6. Ensure accurate donor recordkeeping and acknowledgments, taking responsibility for the maintenance, upkeep, and usage of the organization’s CRM, Little Green Light.

Marketing:

1.  Manage and execute all aspects of the organization's marketing efforts, including social media, email marketing, and website content.
2. Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote CCW's concerts and events, ensuring maximum attendance and engagement.
3. Lead efforts to recruit new singers, including marketing campaigns, auditions, and outreach to schools and communities. 
4. Develop and maintain branding guidelines to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
5. Create and distribute marketing materials to effectively communicate the organization's mission and impact, and raise awareness for our work through the DMV area.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• 4-5 years of experience in development and/or marketing for non-profit organizations.
• Proven track record of successful grant writing and fundraising.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for the arts and a commitment to CCW's mission.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for the role of Associate Director of Development and Marketing at Children’s Chorus of Washington is $60-65k annually. CCW offers a competitive benefit package including health, vision, and dental insurance, generous PTO, and a flexible working schedule as needed.

HOW TO APPLY

For immediate consideration submit a letter of interest, resume, and three references to Robbie Jacobs, Executive Director,

jobs@childrenschorusdc.org

The position will remain open until filled.

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