Posted: 24-Mar-26
Location: Washington, D.C.
Type: Full Time
Salary: $130,000 - $150,000
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About the Washington Chorus
The Washington Chorus (TWC), now in its 64th season, is one of the foremost symphonic choruses in the nation. Noted for the superb artistry of its performances and recordings of the entire range of the choral repertoire, TWC is widely recognized as a cultural leader in the nation’s capital.
A three-time nominated and two-time Grammy Award winner, the 200-voice Washington Chorus presents a robust performance season at major venues in the Washington, D.C. area and regularly performs at the invitation of the National Symphony Orchestra, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, and the National Philharmonic. TWC has a budget of $1.5 million and is governed by a 20-member Board of Trustees. Its operations are managed by six professional staff.
Artistic Director Eugene Rogers is widely regarded as one of the most dynamic next-generation conductors, teachers, and musical thought leaders working in the choral field today. Positioned at the intersection of classical music and social change, Dr. Rogers is an Associate Professor of Music and Director of University Choirs at the renowned University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance, as well as Founder and Director of EXIGENCE, a professional vocal ensemble affiliated with the world-renowned Sphinx Organization.
The mission of The Washington Chorus is to create transformative musical experiences that bring people together through the joy of choral music. We envision an inclusive community where choral music connects, reflects, and inspires everyone.
Position Overview
The Executive Director provides leadership to ensure that The Washington Chorus (TWC) realizes its vision, achieves its mission, and meets its goals for artistic success, financial sustainability, and community engagement. Both the Executive Director and the Artistic Director report directly to the Board of Trustees through the Board Chair and serve as ex officio members of the Board.
The Executive Director is responsible and accountable for the overall management and operations of the Chorus, including all aspects of the Chorus’ planning, administration, development and fundraising, marketing, community engagement, fiscal management, human resources, concert production, and support for a thriving volunteer core of singers. The Executive Director and Artistic Director work in close partnership to achieve the organization’s goals.
For full job listing and how to apply, please visit https://thewashingtonchorus.org/executive-director
QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor’s degree required/advanced degree in arts management preferred, or commensurate experience.
- Minimum 5 years of prior experience as an executive director, director, or in a leadership position in a related nonprofit arts organization, foundation, government, or industry.
- Knowledge of and a passion for the music performance field, choral music experience preferred.
- Experience and success in motivating, recruiting, developing, retaining, and mentoring high performance, mission-driven, and results-oriented teams.
- Skilled financial administrator with proven success in organizational budget management.
- Experience in and enthusiasm for cultivating and closing significant gifts from organizations and individuals.
- Excellent written, and public speaking skills; a persuasive communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
- A proven commitment to and experience in developing a welcoming, fair workplace that supports TWC’s values of excellence, collaboration, belonging, and innovation.
- Understanding of nonprofit board governance, and experience with successfully collaborating with a board of directors.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate, support, and promote the musical leadership role of the Artistic Director.
- Comfort and familiarity with a wide range of technological tools and platforms, with an understanding of how technology can drive organizational innovation, efficiency, and growth.
