Career Opportunities

Director of Development

The Director of Development (DOD) leads strategizing, planning, and fundraising for The National Theatre Foundation, the 501(c)(3) responsible for the continued operation and preservation of the second oldest theatre in the country (since 1835) during an exciting time of program growth and capital project initiatives. The DOD will report to the CEO, partner with the Board of Directors and senior leadership, and manage the Foundation’s Development Team (consisting of a Senior Manager and Manager of Development Operations and Special Events). The National Theatre is home to the “Broadway at The National” performance series, produced by the National Theatre Group (NTG). NTG is an affiliate of Nederlander National Markets. The National Theatre Foundation partners with NTG to ensure a world-class theatrical experience at the theatre for regional residents and visitors from around the country.

Responsible for envisioning and implementing fundraising strategy and driving contributed revenue from individuals, foundations, corporate sponsors and special events to support a suite of community and education programs, preservation of a robust historical archive and capital improvements. The DOD will develop strategies and plans for new campaign initiatives and strengthen a culture of philanthropy in alignment with the CEO, Board of Directors, staff and community partners to actively engage current and prospective supporters.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, located in Washington, DC, with some hybrid/remote work flexibility possible. Some nights and weekends are required.

Read the full job description. To apply, please submit a résumé and letter of interest highlighting relevant experience to jobs@nationaltheatre.org. No phone calls please.


No one 100% matches every qualification for job descriptions. We recommend submitting your resume for review if The National Theatre Foundation sounds interesting to you and you have experience and skills that match even a portion of the work we are doing.


COVID-19 POLICY:

All NTF employees must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (one Johnson & Johnson, two Pfizer, or two Moderna). Booster vaccinations are recommended. The current masking policy for the theatre strongly recommends all employees and audience members wear masks. For fully remote individuals, the vaccine policy is not implemented.