Executive Director

Role Description

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The Executive Director serves as the chief executive of the organization, responsible for providing strategic leadership, overseeing operational management, securing funding through fundraising, and fostering community engagement. This role is ideal for a dynamic, compassionate, visionary leader who thrives in creative environments, is passionate about youth theatre arts education, and understands the need for MCT to be a welcome place for all. This position reports to the Matchbox Children’s Theatre’s Board of Directors.

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Leadership & Management

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• Provide strategic oversight to ensure excellence in programming, financial accounting, communications, marketing, and administrative systems.

• Collaborate with Matchbox Children’s Theatre’s Board of Directors, employees, contracted personnel, and members to allocate resources and implement timely initiatives that support Matchbox’s long-term goals.

• Cultivate meaningful engagement with volunteers, board members, community partners, and donors to strengthen organizational support and visibility.

• Serve as ex-officio member of all committees and foster active participation.

• Lead, mentor, and retain Matchbox Children’s Theatre staff and members of the Board of Directors to promote a culture of collaboration and accountability.

 

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Fundraising & Communications

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• Lead efforts to increase revenue and fundraising initiatives that sustain current programming and support strategic growth.

• Enhance the organization’s brand identity by increasing digital presence, including creating marketing materials and utilizing social media.

• Research and apply for grant opportunities that are applicable to Matchbox Children’s Theatre’s mission.

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Minimum Qualifications

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• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.

• Demonstrated passion for theatre, youth development, and community-based arts initiatives.

• Prior experience working, or volunteering, with non-profit organizations.

• Proficiency with commonly used office and productivity software, including Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Google Workspace, Canva, and related platforms.

• Successful completion of a background check through the Safe Gatherings program.

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Preferred Qualifications

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• Postsecondary education in non-profit leadership, business administration, arts management, or a related discipline.

• Proven management experience in a corporation or nonprofit setting, with a track record of effective team leadership.

• Experience in program planning and event coordination.

• Strong knowledge of organizational governance, especially within board-led nonprofits.

• Demonstrated success in fundraising, including donor cultivation, grant writing, and sponsorship development.

• Familiarity with the Austin, MN community and its cultural landscape is a plus.

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Application Process

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To be considered, please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references via the link below.

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

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A Little About Us...

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Founded in 1975, Matchbox Children's Theatre's mission is to spark imaginations by presenting professional quality children's theatre on a consistent basis, while delivering theatre education excellence.

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Matchbox Children's Theatre (MCT) is an independent, nonprofit organization that organizes, encourages, and produces quality theatre for children and families in Austin and surrounding areas. MCT encourages children to grow in their love and expression of live theatre through three performances a year, camps, classes, and events. Our vision is that young people will advance their skills in creativity and imagination, develop a broader education of the world, while fostering community and inclusion.

We also help support our nonprofit and the community simultaneously through our Second Act thrift shop program. This operational program's mission is to fuel imaginations and create sustainability for MCT and our community through donated goods, resources, and outreach.
Supporting our community in the now, and positive development of our future, is at the heart of everything we do - and a passionate team that understands this connection is the core of our success!