Development Director
Density512 is a chamber orchestra and collective of brave and open musicians who champion contemporary programming. We tell stories through imaginatively curated experiences, amplify the voices of groundbreaking and emerging artists, and cultivate interdisciplinary collaborations. Our live productions include narrative concerts, opera, ballet, live-to-film, sound installations, and more. Since 2017, Density512 has given more than 40 world premieres, served over 10,000 live attendees, and reached over 100,000 people through radio, television, and media.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Managing Director
Supervises: Development Associate
Key Collaborators: Marketing and Communications Director, Artistic Director
HOURS & COMPENSATION
Job Type: PART TIME, 10 hours a week. Hours will flex depending on the time of year and concert schedule.
Compensation: This role is compensated at $12,000 annually. As the organization grows, this position has the potential to expand in both time commitment and salary.
POSITION SUMMARY
Density512 seeks an enterprising and relationship-driven Development Director to lead our fundraising efforts, cultivate sustainable contributed revenue, and expand our network of supporters. The Development Director will oversee the organization's fundraising pipeline, providing strategic direction and day-to-day supervision for the Development Associate. Recognizing that fundraising and public storytelling are deeply intertwined, the Development Director will work in close alignment with the Marketing and Communications Director to ensure donor appeals, institutional grants, and corporate sponsorships reflect a unified brand voice. The ideal candidate will prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion to ensure an organizational culture that respects different perspectives and centers on inclusive philanthropy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising Strategy & Team Supervision
Partner with the Managing Director and Artistic Director to establish annual and long-term goals for contributed revenue.
Supervise the Development Associate, providing day-to-day management to support a cohesive, creative, and inclusive work environment.
Oversee the grant management pipeline, guiding the Development Associate on institutional funder priorities and reviewing all grant proposals prior to submission.
Cultivate and nurture relationships with individual donors, potential corporate sponsors, foundations, trustees, and other funders.
Cross-Functional Communications & Marketing Collaboration
Co-author fundraising campaigns (e.g., individual giving, end-of-year appeals) alongside the Marketing and Communications Director to align donor messaging with overall public brand strategies.
Partner with the communications team to build and schedule a specialized donor communications calendar, including impact reports, donor spotlights, and exclusive newsletters.
Define and coordinate the delivery of corporate sponsor marketing perks with the Marketing and Communications Director to ensure all sponsor benefits are fulfilled seamlessly.
Inclusive Philanthropy & Administrative Responsibility
Prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion within all development initiatives, ensuring fundraising campaigns respect multi-faceted perspectives and champion historically marginalized artistic voices.
Maintain ultimate accountability for records within the organization's donor management software, ensuring accurate tracking of touchpoints, donations, and grant statuses.
Provide regular contributed revenue updates to the Managing Director and assist in preparing development reports for the Board of Directors.
QUALIFICATIONS
Passion for contemporary/indie music, interdisciplinary performing arts, and community-driven storytelling.
Experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, grant writing, or arts administration, with a proven track record of a collaborative and organized work style.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a natural ability to build relationships with donors, sponsors, and arts patrons.
High level of attention to detail, specifically in written narratives, data management, and grant compliance.
Self-motivated and highly organized, with the capacity to manage multiple deadlines efficiently within a part-time schedule.
Familiarity with donor database management or financial software is a plus.
Flexibility to attend evening and weekend events as needed to interface with donors and prospective supporters.
How to Apply
Ready to join the team? We’d love to hear from you!
Please submit your materials via email to hiring@density512.org with the subject line "[Your Name] – [Job Title] Application".
Application Deadline: All materials must be received by July 1st, 2026.
Required Materials:
Resume (PDF format preferred)
Cover Letter detailing your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with Density512’s mission.
What to Expect Next (Our Interview Process)
We value your time and transparency. While timelines can vary, our typical hiring process follows these steps:
Initial Review: We review all applications after the deadline and will reach out if your background matches our current needs.
Screening Call: A brief, 20-minute conversation to discuss the role and your background.
Interview: A more in-depth conversation (via Zoom or in person) with members of our team.
Density512 is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Marketing and Communications Director
Density512 is a chamber orchestra and collective of brave and open musicians who champion contemporary programming. We tell stories through imaginatively curated experiences, amplify the voices of groundbreaking and emerging artists, and cultivate interdisciplinary collaborations. Our live productions include narrative concerts, opera, ballet, live-to-film, sound installations, and more. Since 2017, Density512 has given more than 40 world premieres, served over 10,000 live attendees, and reached over 100,000 people through radio, television, and media.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Managing Director
Supervises: Communications Manager
Key Collaborator: Development Director, Artistic Director
HOURS & COMPENSATION
Job Type: PART TIME, 10 hours a week. Hours will flex depending on the time of year and concert schedule.
Compensation: This role is compensated at $12,000 annually. As the organization grows, this position has the potential to expand in both time commitment and salary.
POSITION SUMMARY
Density512 seeks a strategic and collaborative Marketing and Communications Director to design our public engagement campaigns, oversee audience growth, and direct our communication efforts. The Director will design the overarching strategy, manage the marketing team's workflow, and ensure our storytelling honors our deep organizational commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Recognizing that audience development and fundraising are deeply intertwined, this role works in close, cross-functional alignment with the Development Director to ensure donor appeals, institutional branding, and corporate partnerships reflect a unified public voice.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership & Campaign Design
Develop annual and project-based marketing and communications plans to support earned revenue goals, presenting them to the leadership team.
Establish brand benchmarks and target audience metrics for narrative concerts, and specialized interdisciplinary productions.
Prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion to ensure an organizational culture and public presence that respects different perspectives.
Cross-Functional Development Collaboration
Partner with the Development Director to co-author and design major fundraising campaigns (such as individual giving and end-of-year appeals), aligning donor messaging with overall public brand strategies.
Collaborate on a specialized donor communications calendar, supporting the execution of impact reports, donor spotlights, and exclusive institutional newsletters.
Coordinate the delivery and public execution of corporate sponsor marketing perks (such as logo placements, program ads, and digital acknowledgments) as defined by the development team.
Team Management & Output Oversight
Supervise the Marketing and Communications Associate, providing clear direction on content priorities, copy guidelines, and campaign timelines.
Review, edit, and approve all public-facing copy and creative assets generated by the Associate to ensure exceptional brand alignment.
Balance and manage the workflow of project assets to ensure deadlines are met within the team's part-time allocations.
Public Engagement & Individual Contributions
Act as an external ambassador for Density512, coordinating media pitches and fostering public relations to build trust with audiences, stakeholders, and the media.
Oversee paid advertising strategies (e.g., Meta Ads manager, local listings) and analyze campaign performance metrics.
Review and finalize all printed material promoting Density512 before production.
QUALIFICATIONS
Passion for contemporary/indie classical music, interdisciplinary performing arts, and community-driven storytelling.
Experience in nonprofit arts marketing, audience development, or public relations, with a proven track record of a collaborative and organized work style.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across teams.
Excellent attention to detail.
Self-motivated and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Flexibility to attend evening and weekend events as needed.
How to Apply
Ready to join the team? We’d love to hear from you!
Please submit your materials via email to hiring@density512.org with the subject line "[Your Name] – [Job Title] Application".
Application Deadline: All materials must be received by July 1st, 2026.
Required Materials:
Resume (PDF format preferred)
Cover Letter detailing your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with Density512’s mission.
What to Expect Next (Our Interview Process)
We value your time and transparency. While timelines can vary, our typical hiring process follows these steps:
Initial Review: We review all applications after the deadline and will reach out if your background matches our current needs.
Screening Call: A brief, 20-minute conversation to discuss the role and your background.
Interview: A more in-depth conversation (via Zoom or in person) with members of our team.
Density512 is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.