The Washington Ballet is a diverse family of individuals committed to creating the most dynamic dance organization in the nation. We welcome artists, administrators, interns and volunteers to aid in this effort. All available positions are listed below.
TWB auditions are intended for classically trained dancers with performance experience with a professional company or school. All dancers must bring a completed registration form, résumé, dance photo and a $20 registration fee to the audition.
CLICK HERE to download a copy of the registration form.
Upcoming Auditions:
New York City
Sunday, February 6, 2011
The Ailey Studios
405 West 55th Street
New York, NY 10019
12-1 Registration
1-3:30 Audition
Washington, DC
Saturday, March 5, 2011
The Washington Ballet
3515 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20016
1-2 Registration
2-4:30 Audition
San Francisco, CA
TBD
The Washington Ballet values diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Department: Development
Reports to: Executive Director
The Washington Ballet requires a Director of Development (DOD) who will lead its fundraising programs and advancement efforts to new heights. The DOD provides leadership and management to all fundraising and development-related activities for the Ballet, seeking support for its professional company, its internationally renowned Washington School of Ballet, and its award-winning community engagement programs. With a five-person development department, the DOD oversees a comprehensive fundraising program, including a $4 million annual fund, and emerging scholarship program, and a robust slate of special events in support of the Ballet’s mission.
The Director of Development is responsible for securing contributed revenue from individuals, foundations, corporations, government agencies, and special events. In addition, the DOD coordinates an on-going planned giving/scholarship endowment campaign for the Ballet; managing the involvement of high-level volunteers and board members.
The DOD serves as a key partner to the Executive Director and the Artistic Director in setting a strategic direction, vision, and management of the Ballet's overall institutional fundraising efforts.
Specific responsibilities include:
Development Program Planning/Management
The Ballet must ensure a growing and dynamic fundraising effort each fiscal year. The Director of Development is responsible for identifying the means to grow the Ballet’s philanthropic efforts. To that end, the DOD:
Major Gifts
The position of Director of Development is a “hands on” position at the Ballet. In addition to overall program management, the DOD:
Collaboration in External Relations
The Ballet strives to ensure that the relationships with its core stakeholders are unified and that multiple conflicting messages do not come from various Ballet departments. To that end, the Director of Development:
Staff Management
The Director of Development oversees a dynamic team of development professionals and is a significant factor in ensuring staff motivation and morale within the department. Current positions include:
Volunteer Management
As a member of the Ballet’s senior management team, the DOD comes into frequent contact with TWB’s governing Board of Director, two primary volunteer auxiliary groups, and active project and office volunteers. The DOD:
General
The Director of Development, as is the case with all Senior Staff, is an advocate for The Washington Ballet in all dealings with the public, at social events, and in general. The DOD must:
In addition, the DOD must have a willingness to “pitch in” and be available for any and other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Minimum Position Requirements
Preferred qualifications:
Interested parties should send a cover letter to:
Russell P. Allen
Executive Director
rallen@washingtonballet.org
(email only please)
Department: Marketing
Overview:
Through its Sugar Plum Shoppe, TWB sells institutional branding items as well as seasonal merchandise surrounding its annual production of The Nutcracker. The Shoppe is open for business at all Nutcracker performances, The Nutcracker Tea, and TWB’s annual Open House. Shoppe Manager is responsible for managing all Shoppe operations for these events. TWB will provide said manager with an inventory sheet, tools to maintain the Shoppe, merchandise, and expense coverage and general oversight.
Shoppe Manager Responsibilities:
Compensation information available upon request.
Interested parties should contact Laura Nunneker, TWB Co-Director of Marketing & Communications at lnunneker@washingtonballet.org by August 15, 2010.
The Washington Ballet provides internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students interested in arts administration. Our unpaid internships are offered throughout the calendar year and allow students to receive academic credit during their tenure at The Washington Ballet. Please check back for updated internship listings.
Arts Education and Community Engagement Intern
The Washington Ballet is offering a Summer 2010 internship that supports the Ballet's education efforts in the following areas: curriculum development, research, database management, school management, teaching assistance, and special projects. This internship works closely with the Summer Dance Intensive scheduled for June 28 through July 23, 2010.
Preferred Skills: Highly competitive applicants will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong interest in education and the performing arts, community development and must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Previous experience in one or more of the aforementioned areas is a plus. The Washington Ballet is willing to work with the intern schedule to accommodate interests and availability.
Compensation: Great experience working for the nation’s tenth largest ballet company. Hands on experience working with children, parents, community members and building partners. Possible graduate credit if University allows. Free adult dance classes. Travel stipend available upon request.
To apply please send a resume and cover letter to Katrina Toews, Director of The Washington Ballet @ THEARC at ktoews@washingtonballet.org. Deadline is March 15, 2010.
Marketing and Communications Intern
The Washington Ballet is offering a Fall 2010 internship that supports the Ballet's marketing and communications efforts in the following areas: direct mail operations, ticketing and customer service, database management, archive press kits, special projects, prospect research, and copy writing.
Please inquire about availability by contacting Alyssa Porambo at aporambo@washingtonballet.org.
Preferred Skills: Highly competitive applicants will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong interest in the performing arts, and must have experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook.
Compensation: Great experience working for the nation’s tenth largest ballet company and the opportunity to work on a variety of projects. Possible graduate credit if University allows. Free Adult Dance classes.
Development Intern
The Washington Ballet is offering a Summer 2010 internship that supports the Ballet's development efforts in the following areas: gift acknowledgement, grant research, in-kind donation solicitation, special projects, and filing.
Preferred Skills: Highly competitive applicants will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, and an interest in the performing arts.
Compensation: Great experience working for the nation’s tenth largest ballet company and the opportunity to work on a variety of projects. Possible graduate credit if University allows. Free Adult Dance classes.
Please inquire about availability by contacting Jessica Malcom at jmalcom@washingtonballet.org.