Development Director

Development Director 2026 for Donna Uchizono Company

Donna Uchizono Company is seeking a Development Director to write and oversee Government and Foundation grant applications, individual giving strategy, and project budget management. The Development Director will work alongside the Artistic Director and Company Management.

Responsibilities:
Grant writing:
Research and find funding opportunities
Write, submit, and complete reporting for all grants
Liaison with funders

Individual Giving:
Work with Artistic Director to build fundraising strategy
Write annual appeals and direct solicitations

Budgets:
Work with Artistic Director to develop project and annual org budgets
Update as needed throughout the project period for accurate reporting

Administration:
Keep granting systems up to date

Schedule and Pay Structure
Pay is $35/hr - $40/hr, commensurate with experience, and weekly hours range from 2-8 depending on the funding cycle. Remote weekly company meetings are scheduled for an hour and a half on Mondays 12:00-1:30 or 12:30-2 (possible Tuesday mornings from 9-10:30am if Monday’s not available). The remaining schedule can be self-driven. Weekly hours vary season to season depending on programming.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Strong writing skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in arts funding
• Responsibility and commitment to the projects at hand
• General understanding of contemporary dance

Application Instructions

Please email a resume, three references, and a cover letter to ladonnadance@gmail.com, with “Development Director 2026” as the subject. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.