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- Rachel Thompson talks about the ways to build curricular ties between students and arts institutions
Rachel Thompson, Program Manager at the Curb Center for Art, Enterprise & Public Policy at Vanderbilt, talks about building curricular ties between students and the arts and art institutions.
- Trump Orders “Warning” Signs Outside Smithsonian Museum
President Donald Trump on Friday ordered the installation of signs outside the Smithsonian National Museum of American History that warn of “inaccurate” exhibits and direct people to “accurate information regarding America’s history.” – Washington Post
- Finance Consultant – Arts FMS via TOC Arts Partners
About the Opportunity
As a financial management firm that integrates with nonprofit arts organizations from across the country, Arts FMS empowers organizations to focus on their mission, while they focus on the long-term fiscal health and sustainability of the organization. By providing a comprehensive scope of full financial management services, Arts FMS is able to bring stability, efficiency, and reliability to an organization’s financial operations.
Arts FMS is pleased to be hiring a Finance Consultant to join their growing team. This nonprofit professional is a highly motivated and self-directed individual interested in building a career in accounting and financial management, specifically in the arts and culture sector. In addition to having some nonprofit accounting skills and experience working within a finance department, this administrator will be extremely detail oriented and comfortable communicating internally with colleagues and externally with clients. They will support several Arts FMS consultants, as they guide clients in financial management and decision-making, and will be able to maintain a steady array of financial and administrative tasks with accuracy and timeliness.
As Arts FMS rapidly expands their services to a growing list of impressive organizations, this consultant will have the chance to join a collaborative team of thought partners dedicated to financial operations. Fully remote, the team at Arts FMS learns from one another, adapts to the specific needs of clients, and is building a set of practices that will have a significant impact on the cultural field. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to advance their skills and connect with a variety of ambitious arts organizations and their leaders.
About Arts FMS
Arts FMS delivers exemplary financial management services focused on long-term fiscal health and sustainability, empowering nonprofit arts organizations to focus on fulfilling their missions. Specializing in nonprofit financial management, Arts FMS maintains a talented team of financial consultants, who bring stability, efficiency, and reliability to their client’s financial operations. Their clients receive accurate and timely data that both informs their current strategic financial decisions and better prepares them for the future.
As a financial partner, Arts FMS integrates directly with the staff and board of an organization. Once engaged, they work closely with a client to assess what services and systems would most benefit that specific nonprofit organization. The Arts FMS approach is adaptable, designed to work seamlessly with current systems that are effective, while introducing new systems to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows, which will benefit the partnership overall.
Arts FMS was founded under the belief that art is vital to our society and is core to the company’s mission. Principals Andrea Nellis and Lucy Mallett bring decades of nonprofit financial management experience as both practitioners and advisors to cultural leaders, strengthening the sector and securing both the present and future of their growing list of clients.
Job Description
A Finance Consultant at Arts FMS reports to one of Arts FMS’s Senior or Lead Finance Consultants. The Finance Consultant is a flexible, industrious, and detail-oriented team member, who will support their colleagues in serving three to ten clients. Depending on the relationship with the client, the Finance Consultant may be responsible for payroll, bill pay, and bank feed maintenance. They will complete month close tasks as well as day-to-day operational finance tasks. The Finance Consultant needs to be judicious about their time to manage numerous projects and deadlines with care and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities for Arts FMS
- Effectively drive their projects to completion; this includes reviewing their own work and that of a Finance Associate or Assistant on an ongoing basis.
- Deliver excellent client service through ongoing verbal and written communication, and analysis of the client’s needs.
- Handle multiple time-sensitive priorities that require in-depth knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting, reporting, and compliance.
- Utilize Excel and QuickBooks Online.
Key Responsibilities in working for Arts FMS Clients
- Own the accounts payable process, payroll processing, and ongoing bank feed maintenance for assigned clients.
- Review and clear client bank feeds at least weekly to ensure transactions are current and accurately recorded.
- Complete month-end close responsibilities by deadlines established by the Project Owner, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Monitor and respond to client requests in Airtable, resolving assigned items on a timely basis.
- Perform day-to-day operational accounting functions, including transaction processing, reconciliations, and financial record maintenance.
- Maintain a high standard of accuracy, ensuring financial data is complete, timely, and reliable.
- Verify that all transactions include appropriate supporting documentation and comply with internal documentation standards.
- Identify discrepancies or issues proactively and communicate them promptly to the Project Owner.
- Build trusted relationships with clients by providing responsive, professional service and clear communication.
Qualifications
- 1-5 years of nonprofit accounting, managing an organization’s finances, preferably in the arts sector.
- Dedication to delivering excellent client service and building strong external relationships with clients through mostly virtual communication channels.
- Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in order to manage competing priorities and at times, shifting portfolios.
- Self-assurance to work proactively and confidence to ask for guidance or support, when needed.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Expertise in Excel and QuickBooks Online.
- A genuine interest in the performing and/or visual arts.
Please note: All candidates must have experience working directly in a finance department.
Compensation
The salary for this position is $60,000-70,000. Arts FMS provides comprehensive benefits, including providing health, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, and company-paid life insurance. Employees have access to a 401k plan with a company match, a flexible spending account, and paid time off.
Arts FMS is a fully remote company. The Finance Consultant role is a full-time position that works within the company’s core working hours from 9am-6pm Eastern and is based in the United States.
Arts FMS is committed to fostering a workplace free from bias, discrimination, and harassment. We strive to create an inclusive, supportive environment where all employees feel welcomed, respected, and valued for their unique contributions. Arts FMS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Application Instructions
The Finance Consultant search is being conducted by Arts FMS, with support from TOC Arts Partners, a national consultancy aligning strategies, structures, and leadership toward a thriving cultural sector.
To apply, visit the online application and submit your materials. Your cover letter should include any training or experience relevant to the job profile that you would like to highlight, why you consider yourself a good fit for this opportunity, and anything else you’d like us to know about your qualifications that may not be present in your resume.
For general questions or nominations of prospective candidates, please contact searchteam@tocartspartners.com. We kindly request no phone calls.
Specific questions about the position may be directed to:
Brenna Thomas
Senior Strategist
brenna@tocartspartners.comApplications will be accepted until this role is filled. We encourage you to apply by August 10, 2026 for priority consideration. Interviews may begin at any time, and we encourage you to apply as early as possible for best consideration. Please note that applying before the priority deadline does not guarantee an interview, and all applicants will receive a response regarding the consideration and status of their candidacy.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that cis men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria, while others tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.
- Director of Development – Ballet Hispánico via TOC Arts Partners
About the Opportunity
Ballet Hispánico, the nation’s leading American Latino dance company, seeks a new Director of Development. This is an exciting opportunity for a fundraising leader who has an abundant passion for dance and the performing arts, a deep appreciation of Latine culture, and an inherent understanding of philanthropy to inspire a wide range of individuals in their commitment to the organization. While the Director of Development will be a capable team leader and project manager, they will also be adept in communicating the value and impact of an organization as unique as this one.
Based in New York City, Ballet Hispánico maintains a facility on the upper west side of Manhattan that encompasses a School of Dance, offering more than 100 classes each week, and rehearsal studios, utilized by the Company and a wide variety of artists through a rental program. At the same time, the Company captivates audiences across the U.S. and beyond, through its extensive touring calendar, which includes a season at New York’s City Center each spring. Through its Community Arts Partnerships, Ballet Hispánico reaches close to 30,000 community members via 200+ educational programs and offering 1,100 free tickets to New York City performances each year. The incoming Director of Development will have the opportunity to celebrate and harness the power of these accomplishments and Ballet Hispánico’s local and global impact. Gaining a department of three under them, and a strong collaborative partnership with the executive team, this leader will arrive eager and energized to advance institutional and individual philanthropic relationships.
About Ballet Hispánico
Ballet Hispánico is the largest cultural institution of its kind in the United States. For over five decades, it has been a beacon of artistic excellence, celebrated for its bold repertory and exceptional training programs. The Company has commissioned over 100 original works, performed on the world’s most prestigious stages, and inspired generations through performances, education, and community engagement. Recognized as one of America’s Cultural Treasures by the Ford Foundation, Ballet Hispánico continues to redefine what it means to be an American dance company.
At the helm is Artistic Director & CEO Eduardo Vilaro, a former Ballet Hispánico dancer and acclaimed choreographer who assumed leadership in 2009. Under his dynamic guidance, the Company has entered a new era—broadening its artistic scope, deepening its repertory, and elevating its distinctive movement language. Vilaro carries forward the founding vision of Tina Ramirez, who launched Ballet Hispánico in 1970 to celebrate the beauty of Latino cultures through dance. Today, Ballet Hispánico stands not only as a cultural institution, but as a movement—pushing the boundaries of performance while honoring the traditions that shaped its legacy.
For more information about Ballet Hispánico, please visit www.ballethispanico.org.
Job Description
The Director of Development will direct and expand all aspects of Ballet Hispánico’s development activities, including donor cultivation and stewardship, annual and special gift campaigns, the annual gala, and institutional giving from foundations, corporations, and government agencies. They will be an organized communicator and manager, comfortable partnering with leadership to move strategies forward, and knowledgeable about working with boards. Individual Giving and major gift solicitations will be central to their responsibilities and skill set. However, overseeing institutional giving processes, furthering event strategy, and building an annual development plan will be integral components of this position. While they will have the chance to honor the historic legacy of this important company, they will also need to be forward-thinking, curious about alternate methods to attract a wider circle of donors and engage the community in meaningful ways. They will oversee an Associate Director of Institutional Advancement, Associate Director of Individual Giving, a Special Events & Development Associate, and part-time major gifts officer.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Leadership
- Partner with the Chief Managing Director and the Artistic Director and CEO in their vision for the future of Ballet Hispánico, to be another resonant advocate for the organization’s mission
- Develop a keen understanding of the organization, its programs, priorities, and strategic direction
- Construct a comprehensive and compelling development plan that promotes a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization, engages a variety of team members and stakeholders, and ultimately expands support for the organization
- Participate as an active contributing member of the Senior Management Team and steward of the organization’s resources
- Identify opportunities to leverage Ballet Hispánico’s uniqueness and expand its traditional base of philanthropic support, employing the entire range of development tactics and strategies
- Serve as a visible representative for Ballet Hispánico at performances, showings, industry events, and other gatherings
Fundraising
- Lead strategic planning for the 60th Anniversary Campaign in 2030 and work closely with the Chair of the Board of Directors, Chief Managing Director, and Artistic Director and CEO to cultivate relationships with and secure gifts from prospects and donors
- Develop and implement strategies that maximize productive relationships with current and new donors and grow all sources of funding in support of Ballet Hispánico’s ambitious vision for the future
- Build the individual giving program, cultivating relationships with existing donors as well as identifying, cultivating, and soliciting new individual donors
- Maintain a portfolio of major gift prospects, identifying, managing, cultivating, and soliciting gifts
- Develop strategies to expand the planned giving program
- Elevate institutional funding relationships, overseeing certain funding communications, meeting with funders, and identifying new and prospective private foundations and public funders
- Cultivate and secure corporate sponsorships for the organization’s activities, special events, and program development initiatives
- Oversee the planning and execution of special events, including the annual gala, the New York City performance season, and smaller events throughout the year
- Remain informed about trends in philanthropy and ensure best practices are adopted by the organization
Board Relations
- Partner with the Artistic Director and CEO, Chief Managing Director, and Chair of the Board of Directors on board development, while maintaining positive relationships with the board that further philanthropic partnerships
- Collaborate with Ballet Hispánico’s various board committees to maximize their involvement with the organization and its development programs
Management and Operations
- Assess, support, and motivate the development team, providing inspiration and self-confidence, encouraging professional development, and serving as a mentor
- Create short- and long-range plans and set clear, ambitious, but attainable performance goals for the development team and individual team members
- Develop and oversee the development budget, track revenue, and manage expenses
- Ensure that software systems are in place and optimized for donor and prospect tracking, research, reports, acknowledgement, and stewardship
- Qualifications
- Progressively responsible leadership experience in non-profit institutions, preferably in the performing or visual arts
- Confidence in working collaboratively with passionate, driven, and creative senior leaders
- A track record of setting goals and achieving them, while driving philanthropic growth
- Strategic planning experience including an ability to craft, drive, and implement philanthropic strategic plans, while obtaining consensus from multiple stakeholders
- Effective management skills with an ability to lead, motivate, and mentor a team focused on ambitious fundraising goals
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to influence, inspire, and build productive relationship with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- Experience as a successful frontline fundraiser, including comfort and confidence working with major donors and high-net-worth individuals
- Knowledge of working with boards and an ability to leverage the time, talent, and resources of board members
- Strong listening, verbal, written, and public speaking skills and an ability to articulate Ballet Hispánico’s mission across platforms to diverse audiences
- Fluency with technology and an ability to analyze trends and adapt as needed
- Comfortable working within a fast-paced environment, while effectively managing multiple complex projects
- Familiarity with the metropolitan New York City philanthropic and business communities
- An ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred, but not required
Compensation
The salary for this position is $150,000-170,000. Employees have access to generous health insurance plans, a 403b plan with an employer match, a flexible spending account, and substantial paid time off.
This position is in New York City. As a community connector, Ballet Hispánico is an organization built on access to the arts with person-to-person interactions in its facilities at 167 West 89th Street. This Upper West Side location serves as Ballet Hispánico’s cultural, historic, and institutional home. All Ballet Hispánico staff members have roles requiring in-person attendance on Monday through Thursday. Employees may work remotely on Fridays as part of the organization’s hybrid work policy.
Ballet Hispánico is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Application Instructions
The Director of Development search is being conducted on behalf of Ballet Hispánico by TOC Arts Partners, a national consultancy aligning strategies, structures, and leadership toward a thriving cultural sector. The search is being led by Senior Strategist Brenna Thomas, in consultation with and support from the TOC Arts Partners search team.
To apply, visit the online application and submit your materials. Your cover letter should include any training or experience relevant to the job profile that you would like to highlight, why you consider yourself a good fit for this opportunity, and anything else you’d like us to know about your qualifications that may not be present in your resume.
For general questions or nominations of prospective candidates, please contact
searchteam@tocartspartners.com. We kindly request no phone calls.Specific questions about the position may be directed to:
Brenna Thomas
Senior Strategist
brenna@tocartspartners.comApplications will be accepted until this role is filled. We encourage you to apply by August 10, 2026, for priority consideration. Interviews may begin at any time, and we encourage you to apply as early as possible for best consideration. Please note that applying before the priority deadline does not guarantee an interview, and all applicants will receive a response regarding the consideration and status of their candidacy.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that cis men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria, while others tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.
- Broadway, Netflix, and a $150 Billion Upstart
Good Morning,
Two of entertainment’s surest money machines have stalled. Broadway producers are conceding that the big musical can no longer reliably find audiences large enough to cover what it now costs to run one (The Hollywood Reporter). And Netflix’s investors have discovered that viewers aren’t returning for second seasons of even its biggest hits (Slate) — a subscription business built on renewal that now seems not to be. The audience didn’t vanish, though: microseries, those vertical dramas made for phones and increasingly by AI, are now a $150 billion industry outside China (TheWrap).
What’s collapsing isn’t demand, it may be the delivery models. Philadelphia’s theatres have spread pay-what-you-choose ticketing across the city and are now comparing notes on what actually works (Broad Street Review). A year after Congress killed the CPB, South Dakota Public Broadcasting laid off journalists, canceled shows — and then, surprisingly, began bouncing back (NPR). Even cinema’s supposedly lost decade turns out to be one of its most inventive, powered by technology and desperation in roughly equal measure (The Guardian).
And scholars have finally studied the short story Alan Turing left unfinished: the father of computing, it turns out, was playful, literary, and considerably racier than his reputation (The Guardian).
All of our stories below.
ISSUES
- Ecuador Selects A Second Design For Its New National Museum After Everybody Hated The First One
The ungainly white box proposed by Spain’s Studio Alberto Campo Baeza was greeted with online objections by over 20,000 Ecuadorians and was withdrawn earlier this month. The new design, by Tokyo-based studio SANAA, is described as “a system of interconnected vertical plazas” wrapped in rounded façades of terracotta brick. – Dezeen
- Jeff Koons Wins Case Accusing Him Of Copyright Infringement
A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday upheld a ruling in favor of pop artist Jeff Koons in a copyright dispute with a sculptor who had accused Koons of using his sculpture without permission in a 1989 series of artworks. – Reuters
- Art Institute Of Chicago Lays Off Its Entire Custodial Staff, Will Outsource
“The cultural institution announced it will no longer employ 23 custodial workers on June 29. … The employees’ last day is Aug. 14, but a museum spokesperson said they will have the opportunity to re-apply for their positions with the new company, GDI Integrated Facility Services, based in Canada.” – Chicago Sun-Times
- Louvre Reopens Gallery Where Crown Jewels Were Stolen — But It’s Empty
The Apollo Gallery had been closed to the public ever since last October’s broad-daylight theft of the French crown jewels on display there. Now it’s open again, with nothing on display. Fortunately, the room itself is pretty spectacular. – AFP (MSN)
- The Next Director Of Britain’s Tate Galleries Will Be —
— Jessica Morgan, currently director of New York’s Dia Art Foundation. “Morgan will need to guide the organisation through a difficult financial landscape, raise poor staff morale and grapple with fluctuating visitor numbers.” – The Guardian
MEDIA
- Trump Orders “Warning” Signs Outside Smithsonian Museum
President Donald Trump on Friday ordered the installation of signs outside the Smithsonian National Museum of American History that warn of “inaccurate” exhibits and direct people to “accurate information regarding America’s history.” – Washington Post
- In This City, The Pay-What-You-Choose Model Is Starting To Spread. How’s It Working Out So Far?
The parameters are different for each company — Opera Philadelphia, an early adopter, sets an $11 minimum — but a number of different troupes and presenters in Philly have been trying the scheme. Here are some of the lessons, expected and unexpected, that they’ve learned so far. – Broad Street Review (Philadelphia)
- Proposed Massachusetts Law Would Help Keep Arts Spaces From Being Evicted Or Priced Out
“Artist studios, rehearsal spaces and performance venues frequently contend with rent hikes and evictions as developers gobble up property across the state. … The Creative Space Act would allow municipalities to establish a trust fund to acquire cultural spaces threatened by displacement.” – WBUR (Boston)
- Why Philanthropists Give?
For some, this elevated focus on philanthropy is not so much a voluntary strategic choice, but rather a response to their existing funders encouraging them to diversify their revenue streams and achieve what they see as a more sustainable future for the sector as a whole. – ArtsHub
- It Might Cost Too Much To Rebuild Mackintosh’s Glasgow School Of Art
Rebuilding the school in line with Mackintosh’s designs would cost 265 million pounds, about $355 million, the school said in a news release. That is “an amount that is not affordable and which would compromise the financial sustainability of the organization,” it said. – The New York Times
MUSIC
- Why Did This Children’s Lit Festival Remove Comments On Diversity?
Authors said that their comments criticising the festival for its lack of representation under a post on its Instagram page were deleted, with the original post later removed and comments limited on other posts. – The Guardian
- Tips From Experts On How To Get Your Book Published
We asked five literary experts – a mix of published authors and publishing professionals – for their top tips on getting published. – The Conversation
- Why We Buy Books We Don’t Read
An unread book is a good example. It may remain closed for weeks or months, but the brain has already recognised its potential value, enjoying the prospect before the first page has been turned. – The Conversation
- Alan Turing Wrote A Short Story — And It’s About Cruising For Sex
The unfinished six-page story, titled “Pryce’s Buoy,” was known about by Turing experts but never before studied. Says scholar Sarah Dillon, “He’s been seen as socially unaware, entirely concerned with logic and numbers, and pretty isolated. His short story reveals a different man: playful, cheeky, literary, and someone who really liked sex.” – The Guardian
- A View From Second-Class On The Titanic In A Rare Surviving Letter From A Passenger
Henry Hodges, a musical instrument salesman, sent the letter from Queenstown (now Cobh), in Cork Harbour in Ireland, the ship’s final stop before crossing the Atlantic on its first and last voyage in 1912. The document provides a little-seen look at accommodations and activities for second-class travelers. – Smithsonian Magazine
PEOPLE
- Rachel Thompson talks about the ways to build curricular ties between students and arts institutions
Rachel Thompson, Program Manager at the Curb Center for Art, Enterprise & Public Policy at Vanderbilt, talks about building curricular ties between students and the arts and art institutions.
- Trump Orders “Warning” Signs Outside Smithsonian Museum
President Donald Trump on Friday ordered the installation of signs outside the Smithsonian National Museum of American History that warn of “inaccurate” exhibits and direct people to “accurate information regarding America’s history.” – Washington Post
- Finance Consultant – Arts FMS via TOC Arts Partners
About the Opportunity
As a financial management firm that integrates with nonprofit arts organizations from across the country, Arts FMS empowers organizations to focus on their mission, while they focus on the long-term fiscal health and sustainability of the organization. By providing a comprehensive scope of full financial management services, Arts FMS is able to bring stability, efficiency, and reliability to an organization’s financial operations.
Arts FMS is pleased to be hiring a Finance Consultant to join their growing team. This nonprofit professional is a highly motivated and self-directed individual interested in building a career in accounting and financial management, specifically in the arts and culture sector. In addition to having some nonprofit accounting skills and experience working within a finance department, this administrator will be extremely detail oriented and comfortable communicating internally with colleagues and externally with clients. They will support several Arts FMS consultants, as they guide clients in financial management and decision-making, and will be able to maintain a steady array of financial and administrative tasks with accuracy and timeliness.
As Arts FMS rapidly expands their services to a growing list of impressive organizations, this consultant will have the chance to join a collaborative team of thought partners dedicated to financial operations. Fully remote, the team at Arts FMS learns from one another, adapts to the specific needs of clients, and is building a set of practices that will have a significant impact on the cultural field. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to advance their skills and connect with a variety of ambitious arts organizations and their leaders.
About Arts FMS
Arts FMS delivers exemplary financial management services focused on long-term fiscal health and sustainability, empowering nonprofit arts organizations to focus on fulfilling their missions. Specializing in nonprofit financial management, Arts FMS maintains a talented team of financial consultants, who bring stability, efficiency, and reliability to their client’s financial operations. Their clients receive accurate and timely data that both informs their current strategic financial decisions and better prepares them for the future.
As a financial partner, Arts FMS integrates directly with the staff and board of an organization. Once engaged, they work closely with a client to assess what services and systems would most benefit that specific nonprofit organization. The Arts FMS approach is adaptable, designed to work seamlessly with current systems that are effective, while introducing new systems to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows, which will benefit the partnership overall.
Arts FMS was founded under the belief that art is vital to our society and is core to the company’s mission. Principals Andrea Nellis and Lucy Mallett bring decades of nonprofit financial management experience as both practitioners and advisors to cultural leaders, strengthening the sector and securing both the present and future of their growing list of clients.
Job Description
A Finance Consultant at Arts FMS reports to one of Arts FMS’s Senior or Lead Finance Consultants. The Finance Consultant is a flexible, industrious, and detail-oriented team member, who will support their colleagues in serving three to ten clients. Depending on the relationship with the client, the Finance Consultant may be responsible for payroll, bill pay, and bank feed maintenance. They will complete month close tasks as well as day-to-day operational finance tasks. The Finance Consultant needs to be judicious about their time to manage numerous projects and deadlines with care and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities for Arts FMS
- Effectively drive their projects to completion; this includes reviewing their own work and that of a Finance Associate or Assistant on an ongoing basis.
- Deliver excellent client service through ongoing verbal and written communication, and analysis of the client’s needs.
- Handle multiple time-sensitive priorities that require in-depth knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting, reporting, and compliance.
- Utilize Excel and QuickBooks Online.
Key Responsibilities in working for Arts FMS Clients
- Own the accounts payable process, payroll processing, and ongoing bank feed maintenance for assigned clients.
- Review and clear client bank feeds at least weekly to ensure transactions are current and accurately recorded.
- Complete month-end close responsibilities by deadlines established by the Project Owner, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Monitor and respond to client requests in Airtable, resolving assigned items on a timely basis.
- Perform day-to-day operational accounting functions, including transaction processing, reconciliations, and financial record maintenance.
- Maintain a high standard of accuracy, ensuring financial data is complete, timely, and reliable.
- Verify that all transactions include appropriate supporting documentation and comply with internal documentation standards.
- Identify discrepancies or issues proactively and communicate them promptly to the Project Owner.
- Build trusted relationships with clients by providing responsive, professional service and clear communication.
Qualifications
- 1-5 years of nonprofit accounting, managing an organization’s finances, preferably in the arts sector.
- Dedication to delivering excellent client service and building strong external relationships with clients through mostly virtual communication channels.
- Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in order to manage competing priorities and at times, shifting portfolios.
- Self-assurance to work proactively and confidence to ask for guidance or support, when needed.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Expertise in Excel and QuickBooks Online.
- A genuine interest in the performing and/or visual arts.
Please note: All candidates must have experience working directly in a finance department.
Compensation
The salary for this position is $60,000-70,000. Arts FMS provides comprehensive benefits, including providing health, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, and company-paid life insurance. Employees have access to a 401k plan with a company match, a flexible spending account, and paid time off.
Arts FMS is a fully remote company. The Finance Consultant role is a full-time position that works within the company’s core working hours from 9am-6pm Eastern and is based in the United States.
Arts FMS is committed to fostering a workplace free from bias, discrimination, and harassment. We strive to create an inclusive, supportive environment where all employees feel welcomed, respected, and valued for their unique contributions. Arts FMS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Application Instructions
The Finance Consultant search is being conducted by Arts FMS, with support from TOC Arts Partners, a national consultancy aligning strategies, structures, and leadership toward a thriving cultural sector.
To apply, visit the online application and submit your materials. Your cover letter should include any training or experience relevant to the job profile that you would like to highlight, why you consider yourself a good fit for this opportunity, and anything else you’d like us to know about your qualifications that may not be present in your resume.
For general questions or nominations of prospective candidates, please contact searchteam@tocartspartners.com. We kindly request no phone calls.
Specific questions about the position may be directed to:
Brenna Thomas
Senior Strategist
brenna@tocartspartners.comApplications will be accepted until this role is filled. We encourage you to apply by August 10, 2026 for priority consideration. Interviews may begin at any time, and we encourage you to apply as early as possible for best consideration. Please note that applying before the priority deadline does not guarantee an interview, and all applicants will receive a response regarding the consideration and status of their candidacy.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that cis men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria, while others tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.
- Director of Development – Ballet Hispánico via TOC Arts Partners
About the Opportunity
Ballet Hispánico, the nation’s leading American Latino dance company, seeks a new Director of Development. This is an exciting opportunity for a fundraising leader who has an abundant passion for dance and the performing arts, a deep appreciation of Latine culture, and an inherent understanding of philanthropy to inspire a wide range of individuals in their commitment to the organization. While the Director of Development will be a capable team leader and project manager, they will also be adept in communicating the value and impact of an organization as unique as this one.
Based in New York City, Ballet Hispánico maintains a facility on the upper west side of Manhattan that encompasses a School of Dance, offering more than 100 classes each week, and rehearsal studios, utilized by the Company and a wide variety of artists through a rental program. At the same time, the Company captivates audiences across the U.S. and beyond, through its extensive touring calendar, which includes a season at New York’s City Center each spring. Through its Community Arts Partnerships, Ballet Hispánico reaches close to 30,000 community members via 200+ educational programs and offering 1,100 free tickets to New York City performances each year. The incoming Director of Development will have the opportunity to celebrate and harness the power of these accomplishments and Ballet Hispánico’s local and global impact. Gaining a department of three under them, and a strong collaborative partnership with the executive team, this leader will arrive eager and energized to advance institutional and individual philanthropic relationships.
About Ballet Hispánico
Ballet Hispánico is the largest cultural institution of its kind in the United States. For over five decades, it has been a beacon of artistic excellence, celebrated for its bold repertory and exceptional training programs. The Company has commissioned over 100 original works, performed on the world’s most prestigious stages, and inspired generations through performances, education, and community engagement. Recognized as one of America’s Cultural Treasures by the Ford Foundation, Ballet Hispánico continues to redefine what it means to be an American dance company.
At the helm is Artistic Director & CEO Eduardo Vilaro, a former Ballet Hispánico dancer and acclaimed choreographer who assumed leadership in 2009. Under his dynamic guidance, the Company has entered a new era—broadening its artistic scope, deepening its repertory, and elevating its distinctive movement language. Vilaro carries forward the founding vision of Tina Ramirez, who launched Ballet Hispánico in 1970 to celebrate the beauty of Latino cultures through dance. Today, Ballet Hispánico stands not only as a cultural institution, but as a movement—pushing the boundaries of performance while honoring the traditions that shaped its legacy.
For more information about Ballet Hispánico, please visit www.ballethispanico.org.
Job Description
The Director of Development will direct and expand all aspects of Ballet Hispánico’s development activities, including donor cultivation and stewardship, annual and special gift campaigns, the annual gala, and institutional giving from foundations, corporations, and government agencies. They will be an organized communicator and manager, comfortable partnering with leadership to move strategies forward, and knowledgeable about working with boards. Individual Giving and major gift solicitations will be central to their responsibilities and skill set. However, overseeing institutional giving processes, furthering event strategy, and building an annual development plan will be integral components of this position. While they will have the chance to honor the historic legacy of this important company, they will also need to be forward-thinking, curious about alternate methods to attract a wider circle of donors and engage the community in meaningful ways. They will oversee an Associate Director of Institutional Advancement, Associate Director of Individual Giving, a Special Events & Development Associate, and part-time major gifts officer.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Leadership
- Partner with the Chief Managing Director and the Artistic Director and CEO in their vision for the future of Ballet Hispánico, to be another resonant advocate for the organization’s mission
- Develop a keen understanding of the organization, its programs, priorities, and strategic direction
- Construct a comprehensive and compelling development plan that promotes a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization, engages a variety of team members and stakeholders, and ultimately expands support for the organization
- Participate as an active contributing member of the Senior Management Team and steward of the organization’s resources
- Identify opportunities to leverage Ballet Hispánico’s uniqueness and expand its traditional base of philanthropic support, employing the entire range of development tactics and strategies
- Serve as a visible representative for Ballet Hispánico at performances, showings, industry events, and other gatherings
Fundraising
- Lead strategic planning for the 60th Anniversary Campaign in 2030 and work closely with the Chair of the Board of Directors, Chief Managing Director, and Artistic Director and CEO to cultivate relationships with and secure gifts from prospects and donors
- Develop and implement strategies that maximize productive relationships with current and new donors and grow all sources of funding in support of Ballet Hispánico’s ambitious vision for the future
- Build the individual giving program, cultivating relationships with existing donors as well as identifying, cultivating, and soliciting new individual donors
- Maintain a portfolio of major gift prospects, identifying, managing, cultivating, and soliciting gifts
- Develop strategies to expand the planned giving program
- Elevate institutional funding relationships, overseeing certain funding communications, meeting with funders, and identifying new and prospective private foundations and public funders
- Cultivate and secure corporate sponsorships for the organization’s activities, special events, and program development initiatives
- Oversee the planning and execution of special events, including the annual gala, the New York City performance season, and smaller events throughout the year
- Remain informed about trends in philanthropy and ensure best practices are adopted by the organization
Board Relations
- Partner with the Artistic Director and CEO, Chief Managing Director, and Chair of the Board of Directors on board development, while maintaining positive relationships with the board that further philanthropic partnerships
- Collaborate with Ballet Hispánico’s various board committees to maximize their involvement with the organization and its development programs
Management and Operations
- Assess, support, and motivate the development team, providing inspiration and self-confidence, encouraging professional development, and serving as a mentor
- Create short- and long-range plans and set clear, ambitious, but attainable performance goals for the development team and individual team members
- Develop and oversee the development budget, track revenue, and manage expenses
- Ensure that software systems are in place and optimized for donor and prospect tracking, research, reports, acknowledgement, and stewardship
- Qualifications
- Progressively responsible leadership experience in non-profit institutions, preferably in the performing or visual arts
- Confidence in working collaboratively with passionate, driven, and creative senior leaders
- A track record of setting goals and achieving them, while driving philanthropic growth
- Strategic planning experience including an ability to craft, drive, and implement philanthropic strategic plans, while obtaining consensus from multiple stakeholders
- Effective management skills with an ability to lead, motivate, and mentor a team focused on ambitious fundraising goals
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to influence, inspire, and build productive relationship with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- Experience as a successful frontline fundraiser, including comfort and confidence working with major donors and high-net-worth individuals
- Knowledge of working with boards and an ability to leverage the time, talent, and resources of board members
- Strong listening, verbal, written, and public speaking skills and an ability to articulate Ballet Hispánico’s mission across platforms to diverse audiences
- Fluency with technology and an ability to analyze trends and adapt as needed
- Comfortable working within a fast-paced environment, while effectively managing multiple complex projects
- Familiarity with the metropolitan New York City philanthropic and business communities
- An ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred, but not required
Compensation
The salary for this position is $150,000-170,000. Employees have access to generous health insurance plans, a 403b plan with an employer match, a flexible spending account, and substantial paid time off.
This position is in New York City. As a community connector, Ballet Hispánico is an organization built on access to the arts with person-to-person interactions in its facilities at 167 West 89th Street. This Upper West Side location serves as Ballet Hispánico’s cultural, historic, and institutional home. All Ballet Hispánico staff members have roles requiring in-person attendance on Monday through Thursday. Employees may work remotely on Fridays as part of the organization’s hybrid work policy.
Ballet Hispánico is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Application Instructions
The Director of Development search is being conducted on behalf of Ballet Hispánico by TOC Arts Partners, a national consultancy aligning strategies, structures, and leadership toward a thriving cultural sector. The search is being led by Senior Strategist Brenna Thomas, in consultation with and support from the TOC Arts Partners search team.
To apply, visit the online application and submit your materials. Your cover letter should include any training or experience relevant to the job profile that you would like to highlight, why you consider yourself a good fit for this opportunity, and anything else you’d like us to know about your qualifications that may not be present in your resume.
For general questions or nominations of prospective candidates, please contact
searchteam@tocartspartners.com. We kindly request no phone calls.Specific questions about the position may be directed to:
Brenna Thomas
Senior Strategist
brenna@tocartspartners.comApplications will be accepted until this role is filled. We encourage you to apply by August 10, 2026, for priority consideration. Interviews may begin at any time, and we encourage you to apply as early as possible for best consideration. Please note that applying before the priority deadline does not guarantee an interview, and all applicants will receive a response regarding the consideration and status of their candidacy.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that cis men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria, while others tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.
- Broadway, Netflix, and a $150 Billion Upstart
Good Morning,
Two of entertainment’s surest money machines have stalled. Broadway producers are conceding that the big musical can no longer reliably find audiences large enough to cover what it now costs to run one (The Hollywood Reporter). And Netflix’s investors have discovered that viewers aren’t returning for second seasons of even its biggest hits (Slate) — a subscription business built on renewal that now seems not to be. The audience didn’t vanish, though: microseries, those vertical dramas made for phones and increasingly by AI, are now a $150 billion industry outside China (TheWrap).
What’s collapsing isn’t demand, it may be the delivery models. Philadelphia’s theatres have spread pay-what-you-choose ticketing across the city and are now comparing notes on what actually works (Broad Street Review). A year after Congress killed the CPB, South Dakota Public Broadcasting laid off journalists, canceled shows — and then, surprisingly, began bouncing back (NPR). Even cinema’s supposedly lost decade turns out to be one of its most inventive, powered by technology and desperation in roughly equal measure (The Guardian).
And scholars have finally studied the short story Alan Turing left unfinished: the father of computing, it turns out, was playful, literary, and considerably racier than his reputation (The Guardian).
All of our stories below.
PEOPLE
- Rachel Thompson talks about the ways to build curricular ties between students and arts institutions
Rachel Thompson, Program Manager at the Curb Center for Art, Enterprise & Public Policy at Vanderbilt, talks about building curricular ties between students and the arts and art institutions.
- Trump Orders “Warning” Signs Outside Smithsonian Museum
President Donald Trump on Friday ordered the installation of signs outside the Smithsonian National Museum of American History that warn of “inaccurate” exhibits and direct people to “accurate information regarding America’s history.” – Washington Post
- Finance Consultant – Arts FMS via TOC Arts Partners
About the Opportunity
As a financial management firm that integrates with nonprofit arts organizations from across the country, Arts FMS empowers organizations to focus on their mission, while they focus on the long-term fiscal health and sustainability of the organization. By providing a comprehensive scope of full financial management services, Arts FMS is able to bring stability, efficiency, and reliability to an organization’s financial operations.
Arts FMS is pleased to be hiring a Finance Consultant to join their growing team. This nonprofit professional is a highly motivated and self-directed individual interested in building a career in accounting and financial management, specifically in the arts and culture sector. In addition to having some nonprofit accounting skills and experience working within a finance department, this administrator will be extremely detail oriented and comfortable communicating internally with colleagues and externally with clients. They will support several Arts FMS consultants, as they guide clients in financial management and decision-making, and will be able to maintain a steady array of financial and administrative tasks with accuracy and timeliness.
As Arts FMS rapidly expands their services to a growing list of impressive organizations, this consultant will have the chance to join a collaborative team of thought partners dedicated to financial operations. Fully remote, the team at Arts FMS learns from one another, adapts to the specific needs of clients, and is building a set of practices that will have a significant impact on the cultural field. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to advance their skills and connect with a variety of ambitious arts organizations and their leaders.
About Arts FMS
Arts FMS delivers exemplary financial management services focused on long-term fiscal health and sustainability, empowering nonprofit arts organizations to focus on fulfilling their missions. Specializing in nonprofit financial management, Arts FMS maintains a talented team of financial consultants, who bring stability, efficiency, and reliability to their client’s financial operations. Their clients receive accurate and timely data that both informs their current strategic financial decisions and better prepares them for the future.
As a financial partner, Arts FMS integrates directly with the staff and board of an organization. Once engaged, they work closely with a client to assess what services and systems would most benefit that specific nonprofit organization. The Arts FMS approach is adaptable, designed to work seamlessly with current systems that are effective, while introducing new systems to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows, which will benefit the partnership overall.
Arts FMS was founded under the belief that art is vital to our society and is core to the company’s mission. Principals Andrea Nellis and Lucy Mallett bring decades of nonprofit financial management experience as both practitioners and advisors to cultural leaders, strengthening the sector and securing both the present and future of their growing list of clients.
Job Description
A Finance Consultant at Arts FMS reports to one of Arts FMS’s Senior or Lead Finance Consultants. The Finance Consultant is a flexible, industrious, and detail-oriented team member, who will support their colleagues in serving three to ten clients. Depending on the relationship with the client, the Finance Consultant may be responsible for payroll, bill pay, and bank feed maintenance. They will complete month close tasks as well as day-to-day operational finance tasks. The Finance Consultant needs to be judicious about their time to manage numerous projects and deadlines with care and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities for Arts FMS
- Effectively drive their projects to completion; this includes reviewing their own work and that of a Finance Associate or Assistant on an ongoing basis.
- Deliver excellent client service through ongoing verbal and written communication, and analysis of the client’s needs.
- Handle multiple time-sensitive priorities that require in-depth knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting, reporting, and compliance.
- Utilize Excel and QuickBooks Online.
Key Responsibilities in working for Arts FMS Clients
- Own the accounts payable process, payroll processing, and ongoing bank feed maintenance for assigned clients.
- Review and clear client bank feeds at least weekly to ensure transactions are current and accurately recorded.
- Complete month-end close responsibilities by deadlines established by the Project Owner, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Monitor and respond to client requests in Airtable, resolving assigned items on a timely basis.
- Perform day-to-day operational accounting functions, including transaction processing, reconciliations, and financial record maintenance.
- Maintain a high standard of accuracy, ensuring financial data is complete, timely, and reliable.
- Verify that all transactions include appropriate supporting documentation and comply with internal documentation standards.
- Identify discrepancies or issues proactively and communicate them promptly to the Project Owner.
- Build trusted relationships with clients by providing responsive, professional service and clear communication.
Qualifications
- 1-5 years of nonprofit accounting, managing an organization’s finances, preferably in the arts sector.
- Dedication to delivering excellent client service and building strong external relationships with clients through mostly virtual communication channels.
- Ability to work efficiently and flexibly in order to manage competing priorities and at times, shifting portfolios.
- Self-assurance to work proactively and confidence to ask for guidance or support, when needed.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Expertise in Excel and QuickBooks Online.
- A genuine interest in the performing and/or visual arts.
Please note: All candidates must have experience working directly in a finance department.
Compensation
The salary for this position is $60,000-70,000. Arts FMS provides comprehensive benefits, including providing health, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, and company-paid life insurance. Employees have access to a 401k plan with a company match, a flexible spending account, and paid time off.
Arts FMS is a fully remote company. The Finance Consultant role is a full-time position that works within the company’s core working hours from 9am-6pm Eastern and is based in the United States.
Arts FMS is committed to fostering a workplace free from bias, discrimination, and harassment. We strive to create an inclusive, supportive environment where all employees feel welcomed, respected, and valued for their unique contributions. Arts FMS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Application Instructions
The Finance Consultant search is being conducted by Arts FMS, with support from TOC Arts Partners, a national consultancy aligning strategies, structures, and leadership toward a thriving cultural sector.
To apply, visit the online application and submit your materials. Your cover letter should include any training or experience relevant to the job profile that you would like to highlight, why you consider yourself a good fit for this opportunity, and anything else you’d like us to know about your qualifications that may not be present in your resume.
For general questions or nominations of prospective candidates, please contact searchteam@tocartspartners.com. We kindly request no phone calls.
Specific questions about the position may be directed to:
Brenna Thomas
Senior Strategist
brenna@tocartspartners.comApplications will be accepted until this role is filled. We encourage you to apply by August 10, 2026 for priority consideration. Interviews may begin at any time, and we encourage you to apply as early as possible for best consideration. Please note that applying before the priority deadline does not guarantee an interview, and all applicants will receive a response regarding the consideration and status of their candidacy.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that cis men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria, while others tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.
- Director of Development – Ballet Hispánico via TOC Arts Partners
About the Opportunity
Ballet Hispánico, the nation’s leading American Latino dance company, seeks a new Director of Development. This is an exciting opportunity for a fundraising leader who has an abundant passion for dance and the performing arts, a deep appreciation of Latine culture, and an inherent understanding of philanthropy to inspire a wide range of individuals in their commitment to the organization. While the Director of Development will be a capable team leader and project manager, they will also be adept in communicating the value and impact of an organization as unique as this one.
Based in New York City, Ballet Hispánico maintains a facility on the upper west side of Manhattan that encompasses a School of Dance, offering more than 100 classes each week, and rehearsal studios, utilized by the Company and a wide variety of artists through a rental program. At the same time, the Company captivates audiences across the U.S. and beyond, through its extensive touring calendar, which includes a season at New York’s City Center each spring. Through its Community Arts Partnerships, Ballet Hispánico reaches close to 30,000 community members via 200+ educational programs and offering 1,100 free tickets to New York City performances each year. The incoming Director of Development will have the opportunity to celebrate and harness the power of these accomplishments and Ballet Hispánico’s local and global impact. Gaining a department of three under them, and a strong collaborative partnership with the executive team, this leader will arrive eager and energized to advance institutional and individual philanthropic relationships.
About Ballet Hispánico
Ballet Hispánico is the largest cultural institution of its kind in the United States. For over five decades, it has been a beacon of artistic excellence, celebrated for its bold repertory and exceptional training programs. The Company has commissioned over 100 original works, performed on the world’s most prestigious stages, and inspired generations through performances, education, and community engagement. Recognized as one of America’s Cultural Treasures by the Ford Foundation, Ballet Hispánico continues to redefine what it means to be an American dance company.
At the helm is Artistic Director & CEO Eduardo Vilaro, a former Ballet Hispánico dancer and acclaimed choreographer who assumed leadership in 2009. Under his dynamic guidance, the Company has entered a new era—broadening its artistic scope, deepening its repertory, and elevating its distinctive movement language. Vilaro carries forward the founding vision of Tina Ramirez, who launched Ballet Hispánico in 1970 to celebrate the beauty of Latino cultures through dance. Today, Ballet Hispánico stands not only as a cultural institution, but as a movement—pushing the boundaries of performance while honoring the traditions that shaped its legacy.
For more information about Ballet Hispánico, please visit www.ballethispanico.org.
Job Description
The Director of Development will direct and expand all aspects of Ballet Hispánico’s development activities, including donor cultivation and stewardship, annual and special gift campaigns, the annual gala, and institutional giving from foundations, corporations, and government agencies. They will be an organized communicator and manager, comfortable partnering with leadership to move strategies forward, and knowledgeable about working with boards. Individual Giving and major gift solicitations will be central to their responsibilities and skill set. However, overseeing institutional giving processes, furthering event strategy, and building an annual development plan will be integral components of this position. While they will have the chance to honor the historic legacy of this important company, they will also need to be forward-thinking, curious about alternate methods to attract a wider circle of donors and engage the community in meaningful ways. They will oversee an Associate Director of Institutional Advancement, Associate Director of Individual Giving, a Special Events & Development Associate, and part-time major gifts officer.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Leadership
- Partner with the Chief Managing Director and the Artistic Director and CEO in their vision for the future of Ballet Hispánico, to be another resonant advocate for the organization’s mission
- Develop a keen understanding of the organization, its programs, priorities, and strategic direction
- Construct a comprehensive and compelling development plan that promotes a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization, engages a variety of team members and stakeholders, and ultimately expands support for the organization
- Participate as an active contributing member of the Senior Management Team and steward of the organization’s resources
- Identify opportunities to leverage Ballet Hispánico’s uniqueness and expand its traditional base of philanthropic support, employing the entire range of development tactics and strategies
- Serve as a visible representative for Ballet Hispánico at performances, showings, industry events, and other gatherings
Fundraising
- Lead strategic planning for the 60th Anniversary Campaign in 2030 and work closely with the Chair of the Board of Directors, Chief Managing Director, and Artistic Director and CEO to cultivate relationships with and secure gifts from prospects and donors
- Develop and implement strategies that maximize productive relationships with current and new donors and grow all sources of funding in support of Ballet Hispánico’s ambitious vision for the future
- Build the individual giving program, cultivating relationships with existing donors as well as identifying, cultivating, and soliciting new individual donors
- Maintain a portfolio of major gift prospects, identifying, managing, cultivating, and soliciting gifts
- Develop strategies to expand the planned giving program
- Elevate institutional funding relationships, overseeing certain funding communications, meeting with funders, and identifying new and prospective private foundations and public funders
- Cultivate and secure corporate sponsorships for the organization’s activities, special events, and program development initiatives
- Oversee the planning and execution of special events, including the annual gala, the New York City performance season, and smaller events throughout the year
- Remain informed about trends in philanthropy and ensure best practices are adopted by the organization
Board Relations
- Partner with the Artistic Director and CEO, Chief Managing Director, and Chair of the Board of Directors on board development, while maintaining positive relationships with the board that further philanthropic partnerships
- Collaborate with Ballet Hispánico’s various board committees to maximize their involvement with the organization and its development programs
Management and Operations
- Assess, support, and motivate the development team, providing inspiration and self-confidence, encouraging professional development, and serving as a mentor
- Create short- and long-range plans and set clear, ambitious, but attainable performance goals for the development team and individual team members
- Develop and oversee the development budget, track revenue, and manage expenses
- Ensure that software systems are in place and optimized for donor and prospect tracking, research, reports, acknowledgement, and stewardship
- Qualifications
- Progressively responsible leadership experience in non-profit institutions, preferably in the performing or visual arts
- Confidence in working collaboratively with passionate, driven, and creative senior leaders
- A track record of setting goals and achieving them, while driving philanthropic growth
- Strategic planning experience including an ability to craft, drive, and implement philanthropic strategic plans, while obtaining consensus from multiple stakeholders
- Effective management skills with an ability to lead, motivate, and mentor a team focused on ambitious fundraising goals
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to influence, inspire, and build productive relationship with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- Experience as a successful frontline fundraiser, including comfort and confidence working with major donors and high-net-worth individuals
- Knowledge of working with boards and an ability to leverage the time, talent, and resources of board members
- Strong listening, verbal, written, and public speaking skills and an ability to articulate Ballet Hispánico’s mission across platforms to diverse audiences
- Fluency with technology and an ability to analyze trends and adapt as needed
- Comfortable working within a fast-paced environment, while effectively managing multiple complex projects
- Familiarity with the metropolitan New York City philanthropic and business communities
- An ability to communicate in Spanish is preferred, but not required
Compensation
The salary for this position is $150,000-170,000. Employees have access to generous health insurance plans, a 403b plan with an employer match, a flexible spending account, and substantial paid time off.
This position is in New York City. As a community connector, Ballet Hispánico is an organization built on access to the arts with person-to-person interactions in its facilities at 167 West 89th Street. This Upper West Side location serves as Ballet Hispánico’s cultural, historic, and institutional home. All Ballet Hispánico staff members have roles requiring in-person attendance on Monday through Thursday. Employees may work remotely on Fridays as part of the organization’s hybrid work policy.
Ballet Hispánico is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Application Instructions
The Director of Development search is being conducted on behalf of Ballet Hispánico by TOC Arts Partners, a national consultancy aligning strategies, structures, and leadership toward a thriving cultural sector. The search is being led by Senior Strategist Brenna Thomas, in consultation with and support from the TOC Arts Partners search team.
To apply, visit the online application and submit your materials. Your cover letter should include any training or experience relevant to the job profile that you would like to highlight, why you consider yourself a good fit for this opportunity, and anything else you’d like us to know about your qualifications that may not be present in your resume.
For general questions or nominations of prospective candidates, please contact
searchteam@tocartspartners.com. We kindly request no phone calls.Specific questions about the position may be directed to:
Brenna Thomas
Senior Strategist
brenna@tocartspartners.comApplications will be accepted until this role is filled. We encourage you to apply by August 10, 2026, for priority consideration. Interviews may begin at any time, and we encourage you to apply as early as possible for best consideration. Please note that applying before the priority deadline does not guarantee an interview, and all applicants will receive a response regarding the consideration and status of their candidacy.
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that cis men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria, while others tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. So, whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar.
- Broadway, Netflix, and a $150 Billion Upstart
Good Morning,
Two of entertainment’s surest money machines have stalled. Broadway producers are conceding that the big musical can no longer reliably find audiences large enough to cover what it now costs to run one (The Hollywood Reporter). And Netflix’s investors have discovered that viewers aren’t returning for second seasons of even its biggest hits (Slate) — a subscription business built on renewal that now seems not to be. The audience didn’t vanish, though: microseries, those vertical dramas made for phones and increasingly by AI, are now a $150 billion industry outside China (TheWrap).
What’s collapsing isn’t demand, it may be the delivery models. Philadelphia’s theatres have spread pay-what-you-choose ticketing across the city and are now comparing notes on what actually works (Broad Street Review). A year after Congress killed the CPB, South Dakota Public Broadcasting laid off journalists, canceled shows — and then, surprisingly, began bouncing back (NPR). Even cinema’s supposedly lost decade turns out to be one of its most inventive, powered by technology and desperation in roughly equal measure (The Guardian).
And scholars have finally studied the short story Alan Turing left unfinished: the father of computing, it turns out, was playful, literary, and considerably racier than his reputation (The Guardian).
All of our stories below.
THEATRE
VISUAL
- How Hierarchy Hides in How We Think
The question is not whether the technological revolution already underway will abolish hierarchy. It will not. The question is different: what will the new currency of rank be, and will it better recognise ability, responsibility, and work, or give old advantages a new language? – 3 Quarks Daily
- Reality Is Breaking Down
The rapidly degenerating digital culture is the third leg of the stool of the “reality distortion field” that has engulfed the U.S. – Artnet
- The Power Of Coffee Houses To Change History
It was debated whether coffeehouses were truly a place of creativity or frivolous laziness. Many resolved to leave the coffeehouse behind, as if it were a vice, and then failed to kick the habit. – Aeon
- Why Costco Is Thriving As The Antithesis Of Amazon
While most retailers today assume that consumers want ever greater assortment, Costco’s popularity speaks to a countervailing desire for less choice. Indeed, the pre-selection of items for sale in their warehouses is part of the value proposition. – The Walrus
- A Short History Of Being Burned Out
Burnout’s meaning shifted from literal to figurative over time. It began as a description of candles burning out or fuel being used up, then shifted to a barn burning down and a worker’s energy or body being depleted in the rebuilding. Eventually it came to simply describe a worker’s exhaustion. – The Conversation