Executive Director

Position Summary: The Executive Director (ED) has overall responsibility for the management of the San Francisco Bach Choir (SFBC). The ED works with the Artistic Director in planning and executing the season, community programs, concerts, and choir-building activities. The ED develops marketing and communications plans, community activities, and works closely with the Development Committee of the board in leading fundraising efforts. The ED is responsible for the daily operations of the choir, including supervision of the Operations Manager,  concert management, and ticket sales.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Partner with the Artistic Director in planning and executing choir season, including concert planning, community programs, singer recruitment strategies, program production, budget, orchestral musicians and soloist hiring, and additional activities as needed.  
2. Work closely with the Board Development Committee in developing and implementing fundraising activities, including planning, campaign implementation, donor cultivation and retention, grant-writing, and reporting.
3. Develop and manage the annual budget in partnership with Board Treasurer.
4. Oversee all marketing/communications, including traditional media, social media, advertising, audience development, and ticket sales.
5. Oversee all operations, including supervision of Operations Manager and other staff, venue planning, contracting, and management.  
6. Work closely with the Board of Directors, participate in Board Committees as indicated and present regular reports at Board meetings.
7. Build relationships with singers, and partner with Artistic Director for choir recruiting, retention, and singer community-building activities.
8. Partner with and/or supervise volunteers and actively promote volunteerism within the organization. 
9. Work in collaboration with the Artistic Director and Board of Directors in developing and executing the strategic plan.  Manage the SFBC annual implementation plan, track progress and communicate issues, risks, and successes to the Board of Directors.

Qualifications:

1. Demonstrates integrity, warmth, positive energy, strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, a strong work ethic, and a sense of humor.
2. Able to generate new ideas, explore non-traditional solutions, and problem-solve creatively.
3. Knowledge of and appreciation for classical choral music.
4. Experience in providing dynamic leadership in a changing performing arts environment.
5. Experience in fundraising for performing arts non-profits, including donor development, grant writing, and fundraising campaigns.
6. Experience in driving successful marketing and promotional strategies.
7. Excellent writing skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively to a broad range of people.
8. Experience in budget management and reporting.
9. Strong organizational skills and the ability to simplify and streamline operational processes.
10. Program management experience with the ability to lead multiple workgroups and activities.
11. Excellent computer skills (CRM software, Google Workspace).

Hours and Working Conditions: 40 hours/week full-time, exempt position. Work from home, some night and weekend hours for in-person rehearsals, meetings, concerts, and events. 

About the San Francisco Bach Choir: The San Francisco Bach Choir’s mission is to inspire, inform, engage, and foster connections among Bay Area singers and audiences through outstanding choral music, and to offer dedicated singers the opportunity to study and perform both Early Music and the diverse repertoire of great works from other eras and genres. Founded in 1936, it is one of the oldest continuously performing community choirs in the western United States. SFBC uses a historically informed approach, period instruments, and professional instrumentalists and soloists. For more information, visit https://www.sfbach.org/. 

Nondiscrimination Policy: San Francisco Bach Choir, a 501(c) 3 California corporation, does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, physical appearance, language, or educational background in any of its activities or operations, including those related to hiring/employment practices, provision of services, selection and engagement of contractors, musicians, and volunteers, and all other business of the organization. The chorus is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of its staff, volunteers, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, audience members, and singers.