The Individual Giving Officer plays a key role in advancing MOCA’s philanthropic goals by cultivating and stewarding relationships with individual donors. Working closely with the Director of Individual Giving and the Chief Advancement Officer, this position identifies and advances major gift prospects, manages a portfolio of approximately 100 donors and prospects with annual giving capacity of $5,000–$10,000, and develops tailored cultivation strategies to deepen engagement and increase support.

The Individual Giving Officer serves as museum liaison for the Projects Council, including coordinating communications, managing renewals, and serves as the primary liaison for the Women in the Arts Luncheon and the Projects Council artist multiple series. Additionally, the role will serve as administrative support for the Director’s Council and Environmental Council. The Individual Giving Officer also is the administrative lead for exhibition fundraising – including preparing decks, boilerplate solicitation letters, prospecting research, following up cross departmentally to ensure asks are made timely and reported into the tracking software. In alignment, this role will also help to manage special funds, such as the Fund for Exhibitions, Fund for Education, and Fund for Performance, in a similar manner.

Additional responsibilities include conducting donor research, preparing briefing materials, tracking progress toward fundraising goals, and maintaining accurate records in the CRM database. The Individual Giving Officer partners across departments to align messaging and leverage key relationships, organizes donor events such as exhibition previews and private tours, and may develop and lead a young patrons group to cultivate future supporters. This position plays a vital role in strengthening MOCA’s donor community and advancing its mission.

Essential Functions

Collaborate with the Director of Individual Giving and Chief Advancement Officer to identify and advance major gift prospects, enhancing the donor pipeline.
Support the Chief Advancement Officer and Director of Individual Giving in managing the Director’s Council and Environmental Council, including meeting planning, communications, member engagement, and renewals.

Serve as the primary museum liaison for the Projects Council, attending meetings, organizing events, and managing communications with members and leadership.
Manage exhibition fundraising and special funds, preparing proposals, reports, and donor materials in collaboration with Advancement colleagues and curatorial staff.
Maintain and grow a portfolio of approximately 100 donors and prospects with annual giving capacity of $5,000–$10,000.

Develop and execute individualized cultivation and stewardship strategies to strengthen donor relationships and encourage increased giving.

Conduct donor prospecting and research, including creating donor profiles, briefing materials, and presentation decks for the Chief Advancement Officer and other senior leadership.

Track and report on progress toward fundraising goals, maintaining accurate donor and activity records in the CRM database.

Partner cross-departmentally to align messaging on individual giving; work with leadership, board members, and curators to leverage key relationships.

Organize and lead donor events, such as exhibition previews, private tours, and receptions, to foster community and engage donors with MOCA’s mission.
Potentially oversee the development and management of a young patrons or emerging leaders group to build engagement among new audiences.

Perform additional projects and duties as assigned to support the Advancement team’s goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree minimum of 3–5 years of experience in development or fundraising, preferably in a museum or cultural institution.

Strong knowledge of individual giving best practices and strategies, with a track record of cultivating and soliciting gifts from individual donors.

Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and communicate effectively with a diverse donor base.

Excellent organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to work independently while being an integral member of a high-functioning team.

Self-starter able to meet deadlines, work collaboratively and manage several projects at once, including ability to handle confidential information with complete discretion.

Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as Google Cloud Services, CRM Database such as Altru and Raiser’s Edge, Microsoft Office.

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.

Passion for contemporary art and familiarity with MOCA’s mission and programming.

Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary to attend donor events and engagements.

Salary: $75,000 – $90,000, annually

Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision

Education requirements: Bachelor’s Degree

Deadline to apply: January 9, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume

How to apply: Apply here.

POSITION SUMMARY

Center Theatre Group seeks a Director of Foundation, Government and Corporate Relations to serve as a leader on the company’s Institutional Advancement team. Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, this position will be responsible for creating the strategy and managing and executing day-to-day tactics to maximize support from private foundations, government agencies and the corporate sector, including 1) overseeing all foundation, government and corporate funding opportunities, 2) managing a personal portfolio of top institutional donors and prospects, and 3) supervising a Corporate Relations Manager and an Institutional Grants Manager.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Directs strategy to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward institutional (Foundation, Government and Corporate) funders to meet and/or exceed annual fundraising goals of over $2M in support of the annual fund and a special campaign.
2. Oversees all grant and fundraising activity for existing and prospective institutional funders, ensuring the accurate and timely submission of all letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports.
3. Collaborates with colleagues in the Executive Office to develop and manage a strategy for strengthening relationships with elected officials and government agencies, including staffing CTG’s Civic Task Force.
4. Manages a personal portfolio of top current and prospective institutional funders.
5. Supervises a Corporate Relations Officer and provides direction on corporate giving strategy, including Corporate Circle, corporate sponsorships and deepening support from the corporate sector.
6. Supervises and mentors a Grants Manager to achieve success in calendar management, writing grants, proofreading, editing, data collection, and administrative tasks.
7. Works with the Advancement Operations team to oversee institutional income and expense budgets, as well as giving plans in Tessitura.
8. With the Director of Development, helps to lead the Education & Community Partnerships board committee, which is focused on securing philanthropic funding for E&CP programs.
9. Collaborates and works closely with the CTG leadership and executive teams including Managing Director and CEO, Artistic Director, board members, senior management, Education & Community Partnership board committee and other program staff to think strategically about identifying funding opportunities for advancing major institutional projects.
10. Demonstrates an ongoing commitment to access, belonging and a positive workplace culture.
11. Attends and works special events throughout the season including opening nights, special performances, and other donor events.
12. Other duties or projects as assigned.

CTG provides a dynamic working environment in which duties and responsibilities may change. Employees are expected to be flexible and responsive to changes in the scope of their duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of 10 years’ institutional giving and management experience with proven fundraising success at cultural organizations with annual budgets over $10 million is required. Fundraising for performing arts a plus. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and database systems such as Tessitura. Seasoned strategic thinker, adept manager, attention to detail, outstanding writing and proofreading skills, and an ability to prepare budget information for proposals and reports are essential. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, personable, and have an interest in theatre.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit, type and work at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry 10 pounds
• Willingness and ability to work 40 hours per week. Flexibility to work more hours as needed.
All employees are required to pass a background check.
CTG cares deeply about employee health and safety. We strongly recommend that all employees remain current with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.

COMPENSATION

CTG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including retirement plan options, escalating paid vacation, sick, personal days and holidays, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program.

Center Theatre Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, color, ancestry, disability, age, national origin, pregnancy, veteran/military status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law. CTG will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Salary: $120,000.40 – $130,000.00, annually

Benefits:
Medical and Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD&D
Aflac
401(k) – Retirement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Education requirements: Associates Degree

Deadline to apply: December 23, 2025

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter

How to apply: Submit your resume and cover letter to ctgjobs@centertheatregroup.org for consideration. Ensure your documents are up to date and clearly outline your relevant experience and qualifications. Once received, the Hiring Team will review your materials and contact you if your background aligns with the requirements of the position.

The Director of Education and Public Programs oversees the full suite of Self Help Graphics & Art’s education and public programming. Working in collaboration with staff, artists, and community partners, the Director plays a critical role in shaping and implementing SHG’s vision for education, engagement, and cultural programming.

This position leads the development of accessible, innovative, and community-centered initiatives that reflect the values and mission of SHG and connects diverse audiences to the arts while strengthening partnerships with schools, artists, cultural institutions, and community organizations. The Director also oversees a dynamic team and ensures that all programs align with the organization’s mission, foster meaningful community engagement, and uphold SHG’s commitment to accessibility, equity, and inclusion.

The ideal candidate is a visionary thinker and collaborative leader who believes deeply in the role of art as a vital force for community. They are passionate about using the arts as a catalyst for learning, dialogue, and social impact.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision
– Develop and implement a comprehensive education and public programs strategy aligned with the organization’s mission, values, and artistic vision.
– Build long-term partnerships with schools, educators, artists, and community organizations to expand reach and impact.
– Establish evaluation tools and reporting systems to measure impact, participation, and learning outcomes.

Program Development & Delivery
– Develop and manage a calendar of programs that intersect with exhibitions, community engagement, education, and advocacy efforts
– Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of SHG’s on-site and off-site public programs, including cultural festivals (e.g., Día de los Muertos), artist presentations, workshops, and special projects.
– Lead collaborative design and execution of education initiatives—including K–12 school partnerships and all programmatic aspects of youth programming—by actively partnering with program staff to cocreate and align efforts.
– Co-lead with Public Programs Manager, public programming such as artist talks, panel discussions, community forums, festivals, tours, and participatory events.
– Collaborate with curatorial and artistic teams to integrate education and public programs with exhibitions, performances, and residencies.

Team Management & Operations
– Supervise and mentor education and public programs staff, teaching artists, and related consultants (includes 3 full time staff and between 10-15 teaching artists).
– Oversee and support the professional growth of teaching artists/BMAS by establishing procedures and strategies that foster their success and ensure alignment with organizational values.
– Oversee program budgets, schedules, vendor relationships, and logistics to ensure successful execution.
– Foster communication, collaboration, and alignment between program staff and their education initiatives they oversee

Communications and Storytelling
– Work with the Communications team to develop outreach strategies and promotional materials that amplify education and public programming.
– Collect and analyze program data, audience feedback, and impact metrics; contribute to grant reporting and storytelling.
– Represent SHG at community meetings, panels, and events; act as a public-facing ambassador for the organization.
– Community & Artist Engagement
– Collaborate with the Artist and Exhibitions team to develop innovative, mission-aligned offerings that deepen audience engagement and reflect SHG’s cultural values.
– Cultivate and maintain relationships with artists, cultural organizations, and community stakeholders.
– Actively cultivate relationships with educators, artists, families, community leaders, and cultural networks.

The ideal candidate
– Is a strong and clear communicator, works well within a team and seeks to be part of the professional growth of those around them.
– Has a minimum of five years experience in program management with increasing responsibilities and direct reports.
– Understands the balance of SHG as a community-based gem and our role as a bridge for artists into various sectors.
– Is concerned with arts and cultural equity and social justice at the local, regional and national levels.
– Is an artist or is familiar with printmaking and other art forms, including art handling, exhibiting and storage.
– Has a deep knowledge of the robust cultural and artistic networks in the Eastside and LA city/county in general.
– Has experience with arts education curriculum-building and knowledge of LAUSD and state of California visual arts standards and Common Core.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
– Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
– Familiarity with lesson planning, self-starter, show attention to detail, and possess excellent organizational skills.
– Ability to manage simultaneous projects with varying deadlines
– Excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail; dependable and adaptable
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
– Dependable and adaptable
– A resourceful problem-solver who can meet deadlines and make clear decisions in the moment
– Emotional maturity, integrity, enthusiasm; ability to deal sensitively and confidentially with artist and partner organizations
– Functional ease with Google Suite, Office Suite: XL, Word
– Has the ability to interact constructively and cooperatively with others in a fast-paced environment, i.e., organization personnel, artist, volunteers, youth
– Bilingual English/Spanish skills strongly preferred to support effective communication with our community members, partners, and stakeholders.

Physical Requirements
– While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and to work at a computer as well as walk and perform some duties while standing, particularly during events and programming. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects or boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.

Salary: $75,000-$85,000 annually 

Benefits: Medical benefits and robust PTO included

Education requirements: None 

Deadline to apply: December 7, 2025 

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, References

How to apply: To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and three references with contact information to jobs@selfhelpgraphics.com. The subject line should include the position title and your name. For example:Director Education and Public Programs – Jane Doe. Applications received by December 7, 2025 will be initially reviewed. Additional applications may be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

For more information, visit SHG’s website 

Reporting to the COO, this role is an integral part of the LA Commons team. The Finance Manager will oversee daily accounting operations, manage cash flow forecasting, month-end close, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with nonprofit financial regulations. This position is part of a highly collaborative team across all departments within LA Commons, including Community Arts, Grants and Contracts, Development, Operations, and a third-party bookkeeping service.

Successful candidates for this position should have non-profit accounting experience, enthusiasm for LA Commons’ mission, possesses an attention to detail and a service orientation.

Salary: $28.98 – $38.30 hourly

Benefits: Employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid time off, life insurance, long term disability insurance and a retirement plan. Additional perks include a monthly work-from-home allowance and extra paid holidays during the summer and year-end periods. The organization maintains a structured review process (at 90 days, 6 months, and annually) focused on alignment and growth. Annual cost-of-living salary adjustments are benchmarked to the LA County Living Wage (contingent on budget performance). Pay transparency and equity are core organizational commitments.

Education requirements: High School Degree

Deadline to apply: December 25, 2025 

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter

How to apply: Please follow the link here to complete an online application

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Major Gifts Officer, Arts Program position will play a key role in advancing AltaMed’s Arts and Healing programs, with a particular focus on supporting the future Chicano and Mexican American Museum. This position is responsible for qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, many of whom will be newly identified outside of existing portfolios. The Major Gifts Officer will apply best practices to drive fundraising efforts for the arts initiatives, ensuring strategic growth and donor engagement. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven ability to identify new prospects and develop long-term relationships. Responsibilities include writing compelling solicitation letters, proposals, acknowledgments, and other donor communications. Additionally, the Major Gifts Officer will coordinate small cultivation events and manage special projects to foster deeper connections with potential and current donors and demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and goals of AltaMed’s arts programs.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, communications, arts, art history, Chicano Studies, or related field; Master’s preferred.

Minimum of 5 years of major gift fundraising experience.

Verifiable experience in major gift fundraising, specifically with multiple years of successful solicitation of gifts from individuals at the $100K to $2M range.

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Compensation

$110,522.88 – $138,153.60 annually
Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate’s value and the role’s strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Flexible Spending
Career Advancement & Development opportunities
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Paid CME Days
Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Corporate Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Pet Care Insurance
Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Salary: $110,522.88 – $138,153.60 annually

Benefits:

Benefits & Career Development

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Flexible Spending
Career Advancement & Development opportunities
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Paid CME Days
Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Corporate Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Pet Care Insurance

Education requirements: Bachelor’s Degree

Deadline to apply: January 1, 2026 

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter

How to apply: Apply here 

Job Summary:
The Major Gifts Officer, Arts, will play a key role in advancing AltaMed’s Arts and Healing programs, with a particular focus on supporting the future Chicano and Mexican American Museum. This position is responsible for qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, many of whom will be newly identified outside of existing portfolios. The Major Gifts Officer will apply best practices to drive fundraising efforts for the arts initiatives, ensuring strategic growth and donor engagement.
The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven ability to identify new prospects and develop long-term relationships. Responsibilities include writing compelling solicitation letters, proposals, acknowledgments, and other donor communications. Additionally, the Major Gifts Officer will coordinate small cultivation events and manage special projects to foster deeper connections with potential and current donors and demonstrating a strong commitment to the mission and goals of AltaMed’s arts programs.

Skills and Abilities:
• Exceptional verbal and writing skills.
• Exemplary attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or in teams, whichever is appropriate, to identify, qualify, solicit and steward donors.
• Ability to interact with individuals of high net worth.
• Active engagement in relationship-building.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking, and strategic planning skills.
• Knowledge of planned to give products, including annuities, CRTs, Unitrusts, and others.
• Ability to quickly acquire and apply sophisticated understanding of the health care and fundraising field.
• Strong commitment to AltaMed’s mission, value of arts and healing programs, and the development of a Chicano & Mexican American Arts Museum.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with fundraising databases.
• Tracks trends in the fields of philanthropy and economic development to determine what fits for AltaMed.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 pounds), bend, etc., hand and wrist dexterity to utilize a computer.
• May require travel to sites/programs and special functions.
• Ability to work outside of normal working hours as needed to meet deadlines.
Environmental Conditions Critical to Performance:

• Work in an office environment, climate-controlled through central air conditioning.
• May have some exposure to outside environments while traveling.
Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, communications, arts, art history, Chicano Studies, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in major gift fundraising experience.
• Verifiable experience in major gift fundraising, specifically with multiple years of successful solicitation of gifts from individuals at the $100K to $2M range.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.•
Essential Job Functions of Job Description

• Works as a partner with key AltaMed Art Program staff on key fundraising initiatives.
• Conducts research on individuals and utilizes research data to define strategic plans for solicitation of prospects.
• Qualifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards donors who have given more than than $100K or have a Gift Capacity Range beginning at $500K
• Solicits donors for both planned gifts, blended gifts, and major cash contributions.
• Prepares and presents proposals to prospective donors and/or their advisors.
• Maintains an understanding and knowledge of various Major Gift techniques for use in major gift solicitation.
• Adheres to philanthropy industry best practices
• Maintains professional growth and development and keeps abreast of the latest trends in the area of expertise.
• Collaborates with other Development staff on the identification and promotion of individuals, and to a lesser extent, corporations, and foundations, from annual contributors, support group participants, and select prospects for major and planned gifts.
• Collaborates with Stewardship team and uses communications and donor recognition materials, and programs to implement effective donor relations.
• Arranges and coordinates tours of the AltaMed Art Collection, including at clinics, art space in Montebello and AltaMed headquarters, with prospects and donors.
• Maintains a positive image when dealing with executive staff, donors, prospects, fundraisers, and other AltaMed employees.
• Follows established AltaMed and department policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines, including adherence to the workplace Code of Conduct and Compliance Plan. Practices a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
• Plans, directs, and implements programmatic, capital, and endowment fundraising.
• Conduct research on their individual donors.
• Exercises considerable judgment in the management and development of fundraising proposals and presents proposals to prospective donors.
• Serves as a lead development resource for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and acquisition of individual major gift donors, specifically, donors with gift capacity starting at $500K, while focusing on gift amounts between $100K and $2MM.
• Partner with donors to develop high-impact solutions that include cash, gifts of stock, planned gifts, and blended gifts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary: $110,522.88 – $138,153.60 annually

Benefits:

Benefits & Career Development

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Flexible Spending
Career Advancement & Development opportunities
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Paid CME Days
Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Corporate Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Pet Care Insurance

Education requirements: Bachelor’s Degree 

Deadline to apply: December 12, 2025 

Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter, Writing Sample

How to apply: Apply here

LA Opera seeks a dynamic Major Gifts Officer (MGO) to join our Development team and help drive philanthropic support for one of the nation’s leading opera companies. We are excited to add this additional MGO position to our Major Gifts team.

As a key member of our frontline fundraising staff, the MGO will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors—primarily those giving between $3,500 and $24,999—to deepen their engagement and grow their investment in LA Opera’s mission. This role is highly relationship-focused and serves as an enthusiastic ambassador for the company when engaging with donors and prospects. The MGO also partners closely with colleagues across Development and organizational leadership to advance department goals, including supporting events such as the annual gala and quarterly board meetings.

This full-time administrative position is based at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles. LA Opera currently offers hybrid work flexibility, with the option to work remotely up to two days per week in many weeks. The role requires frequent evening and weekend hours tied to performances and special events.

Primary responsibilities
• Develop and execute personalized cultivation plans for a portfolio of Patrons ($3,500-$24,999) and major donors ($25,000+)
• Cultivate, solicit, and secure four- to six-figure gifts for restricted and unrestricted purposes
• Coordinate and lead regular face-to-face meetings with donors
• Attend LA Opera performances and events
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of LAO’s programming and funding priorities
• Work closely with the Director of Major Gifts and development leadership to align major gift strategies with overall fundraising goals
• Provide regular updates and reports on major gift activities and progress
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of donor interactions and contributions in Tessitura (CRM)
• Stay informed regarding trends and best practices in major gift fundraising

Below are the requirements and preferred qualifications for this role:
• Several years of frontline fundraising experience at a non-profit arts organization, university, hospital, or comparable setting with a track record of securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and donor databases/CRMs and ability to quickly learn new applications
• Ability and willingness to acquire knowledge about opera and have meaningful engagements with donors about the art form
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with an ability to tailor engagement strategies effectively
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to ask questions
• Patience, flexibility, and facility with both abstract and concrete assignments
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Availability for approximately 50 evening/weekend events each season
• Personal transportation for donor meetings and events across LA County (eligible for mileage reimbursement)

We are committed to an inclusive workplace with a culture of respect and professionalism, and we are seeking a Major Gifts Officer who champions and demonstrates this commitment. 

About LA Opera:
LA Opera (LAO) is a mission-driven, non-profit organization that plays a significant role in the cultural life of Southern California. Hundreds of LAO employees and artists help bring to life world-class opera that preserves, promotes, and advances the art form while embodying the diversity, pioneering spirit and artistic sensibility unique to Los Angeles.

Our productions are experienced by more than 100,000 audience members each year at our home at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles. We reach many more through our community and school programs and Off Grand performances in venues across Los Angeles.

LA Opera is an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any legally protected categories. Individuals of identities that are underrepresented in arts administration are especially encouraged to apply.   

Salary: $84,000 to $94,000 annually.

Benefits:This position is eligible for LA Opera’s comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and long-term disability coverage; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; cell phone stipend; Employee Assistance Program; subsidized parking or public transit reimbursement; and complimentary and discounted performance tickets.

Education requirements: None 

Deadline to apply: December 31, 2025 

Documents required to apply: Resume 

How to apply:

Please apply here:

If you don’t meet all the criteria listed above but you believe you have what it takes to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and tell us about yourself in your cover letter.

Individuals of identities that are underrepresented in arts administration are especially encouraged to apply.