EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival

OUR ORGANIZATION

Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival (LAWTF) celebrates artistic diversity through the production of traditional and innovative performances and education outreach. Our Annual Festival honors the achievement of extraordinary women in theatre.

In addition to our mission statement above, Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival endeavors to empower women artists to engage and inspire communities through the production of multidisciplinary solo performances.

Founded in 1993, LAWTF has filled a unique void in the community as the oldest and longest running solo festival for female artists in Los Angeles, and arguably on the West Coast.

Our core programming includes our flagship ANNUAL FESTIVAL, 6 solo theatre programs showcasing diverse talent over 4 days; “HOT OFF THE PRESS” a reading of new solo works; “EMPOWERMENT WEEKEND”, education workshops and panels; and “WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS”, fundraisers and mixers throughout the year.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival seeks an Executive Director to work closely with our Board President, Adilah Barnes, in leading the organization. This position would assist in leading a team of collaborators in a hybrid work environment.

This is a part-time, remote position. During active programming, this position requires designated in-person responsibilities.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership

·      Schedule and facilitate weekly staff meetings for programming, marketing, check-ins, and other touch-base communications, as needed

·      Guide and support staff in achieving tasks

·      Collaborate with LAWTF committees – Administration, Education, Festival, Finance/Fundraising, Marketing/Communication

·      Create and distribute contracts for performers, teaching artists, staff, among others

·      Update production timelines

·      Manage the oversight of the LAWTF Google workspace and email, including the organization of various documents and records

Board Engagement

·      Serves as the primary board liaison

·      Prepare for monthly board meeting, including scheduling, agenda, gathering staff reports, and follow-up

·      Attend monthly Board of Directors meeting and take notes, as assigned

Fundraising and Development

·      Assist fundraising team with researching grants and writing grant proposals

·      Oversee tracking of budget, expenses, donations, and cash flow

·      Coordinate annual 990 process and maintain communication with LAWTF CPA and Paymaster

·      Monitor ticketing and donation platforms, including Eventbrite and Give Lively

Other

·      Share in the day-to-day organization operations as it relates to the position’s duties

·      Must attend LAWTF events

QUALIFICATIONS

·      Minimum 3 years’ experience with arts management

·      Experience with grant writing and growing revenue streams through relationship development and fundraising

o   Ability to budget

o   Donor cultivation

·      Leadership and management experience

·      Nonprofit and Program/Project Management experience

·      Demonstrates excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with a team spanning of different ages and abilities

·      Strong writing skills

·      Skilled in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office

·      Ability to juggle multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail

·      Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner

·      Has an appreciation for solo theatre

PAY

This role will begin part-time starting at $15,000/year. It is LAWTF’s intent to transition this position to full-time with a salary commensurate with duties.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please visit our website, www.lawtf.org, prior to applying.

Resume and cover letter to be submitted to info@... with subject line “LAWTF Executive Director Application”.