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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Full-Time | Adirondack Region

Are you a passionate leader with a background in the arts and education? Do you thrive at the intersection of creativity, community, and strategic management? Our organization, The Depot Theatre, nestled in the inspiring Adirondack region, is seeking a visionary Executive Director to guide our next chapter.

As a hub for arts education, performance, and community engagement, our nonprofit is dedicated to nurturing creativity, fostering learning, and deepening cultural connections. The Executive Director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations—leading a committed team, partnering with the Board of Trustees, and ensuring our mission is fulfilled through innovative programming, strong fiscal stewardship, and meaningful community impact.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• Provide day-to-day leadership for the organization, maintaining a supportive, inclusive, and mission-focused environment.
• Manage internal and external communications, including in-person, email, phone, and mail inquiries.
• Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, and supervision of seasonal artistic, technical, and educational staff.
• Support the design and implementation of arts and education programs that reflect the values and needs of the community.
• Coordinate and support volunteers to expand organizational capacity and engagement.

Financial Oversight

• Develop and manage the annual operating budget in collaboration with staff and the Board of Trustees.
• Monitor and maintain financial systems for payables, receivables, payroll, and grant reporting.
• Ensure the organization’s financial health through responsible and transparent fiscal practices.

Fundraising & Development

• Lead a diverse fundraising strategy that includes grants, individual giving, sponsorships, and special events.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with foundations, donors, and institutional partners.
• Write and manage grant applications and reporting, in alignment with program goals and strategic priorities.
• Maintain accurate fundraising records, donor databases, and stewardship processes.
• Support planning and execution of capital campaigns and long-term development initiatives.

Marketing & Community Engagement

• Collaborate with staff and the Marketing Committee to implement an annual marketing and communications plan.
• Oversee website content, social media, and email outreach to ensure consistent branding and messaging.
• Represent the organization in public settings—serving as a spokesperson, advocate, and community connector.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with audiences, educators, artists, donors, and community stakeholders.

Board & Governance

• Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Trustees, ensuring timely communication and collaborative decision-making.
• Prepare and present monthly reports to the Board and support the work of committees.
• Assist in long-range strategic planning aligned with mission and values.

Facilities & Program Logistics

• Oversee the maintenance and use of organizational facilities, housing, off-site storage, and vehicles.
• Coordinate with vendors for routine maintenance, repairs, and seasonal needs.
• Manage artist and staff housing logistics, contracts, and transportation in collaboration with seasonal Company Manager.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in nonprofit management, preferably within arts, education, or cultural sectors.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant writing, and donor relations.
• Experience developing and managing arts or educational programs.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Financial literacy and experience with budget management.
• Comfort working in a small team environment with seasonal program intensity.
• A deep appreciation for the arts, education, and community engagement.
• Knowledge of or connection to the Adirondack region is a plus.

Salary: 60K – 65K

SUBMIT COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO jobs@depottheatre.org .

HOUSE MANAGER

Overview: The house manager is responsible for the smooth operation of the house (both the lobby and audience seating area) during the run of the show. House manager welcomes the public to the theatre and oversees their safety and well-being before, during, and immediately after the show. They answer questions, listen to patrons’ compliments and concerns, and make audience members feel welcome.

• The services of the Employee shall be performed prior to, during, and post-performances of all main stage productions at the Depot Theatre.
• Responsibilities include:
  • Solicit/Schedule/Supervise/Train volunteers
  • Act as usher when no volunteer is available
  • Assist with preparing/selling concessions as needed
  • Assist with raffle as needed
  • Provide superior customer service
  • Overseeing lobby/theatre cleanliness
• Employee will provide services under the direction of the Executive Director.
• Employee will contribute to maintaining the work and storage areas in a safe, orderly, and professional fashion.
• Employee will execute any reasonable care and duties required by the Theatre in pursuit of its mission.

SUBMIT COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO jobs@depottheatre.org .

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Volunteers needed for concessions, bar, gardening, Amtrak train welcoming, ushering and more!

Inquiries about volunteer opportunities can be submitted HERE!

SUBMISSIONS

We regret that we can NOT accept unsolicited plays or materials. 
(Seasonal production lineups are curated months in advance of the main stage season. The Depot Theatre does not have the staff or resources to read or critique unsolicited submissions.) .

ABOUT THE DEPOT THEATRE

The Depot Theatre is a non-profit, professional theatre located in a historic, functioning 1876 train station in Westport, N.Y., and operates under an agreement with Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. In addition to its volunteer board of trustees, the theatre depends on the support and generosity of its loyal donors, volunteers and community members. Committed to promoting and providing exposure to the performing arts in the Adirondacks, the Depot Theatre invites all to “Take a journey without leaving the station.”