Director of Development
Quick answer
Luxora Theater is hiring an Austin-based Director of Development paying $60k-$80k plus bonuses to build and lead their fundraising strategy from the ground up.
- Role
- Director of Development
- Organization
- Luxora Theater
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $60,000–$80,000 base, plus tiered performance bonus
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
Bestow Balance, the nonprofit arm of Central Texas Dance Collaborative, is seeking a founding Director of Development to establish its fundraising operations from the ground up. The role involves designing and executing comprehensive strategies for donor cultivation, major gifts, grants, and board engagement for the new Luxora Theater complex. Reporting directly to the CEO, the position offers a unique opportunity to shape the organization's financial future during a significant period of growth.
What you'll do
- Design and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
- Manage donor cultivation and major gifts portfolios.
- Lead grant strategy and submission efforts.
- Engage and mobilize the board of directors in fundraising activities.
- Report directly to the CEO to influence organizational direction.
What it takes
- 3-5+ years of experience in nonprofit development.
- Proven track record of building or scaling fundraising programs.
- Experience working in a 'founding' or startup environment.
- Strong strategic planning and execution skills.
- Ability to work independently without an existing playbook.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Tiered performance bonus tied to fundraising milestones.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is based in Austin, Texas, at the new 42,000-square-foot arts complex featuring the Luxora Theater.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation includes a base salary of $60,000–$80,000, supplemented by a tiered performance bonus tied to fundraising milestones.
What kind of experience is required?
Ideal candidates should have 3-5+ years of nonprofit development experience and a demonstrated ability to build fundraising programs from scratch.
How to apply
Apply directly on Luxora Theater's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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