Summary
Description
JOB TITLE: Managing Director
REPORTS TO: Creede Repertory Theatre Board of Trustees
SUPERVISES: Director of Development, Director of Marketing & Communications, Bookkeeper
SUPERVISES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: Director of Production & Facilities, Administrative & Company Manager
TYPE: Full-time, Exempt
LOCATION: Creede, CO
COMPENSATION: Annual salary range of $64,000 – $70,000. Benefits include employer-sponsored health
insurance, retirement (no employer match), paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave.
The Managing Director (MD) is CRT’s senior leader for business, operations, and administration, with primary responsibility for financial health and sustainability. The MD serves as a co-equal partner with the Artistic Director (AD) in a shared leadership model and reports directly to the Board of Trustees. Together, the MD and AD provide clear leadership for staff, artists, and stakeholders, while advancing CRT’s mission and long-term resilience.
This role is ideal for a strong nonprofit operator and finance leader who can bring structure, transparency, and disciplined execution, while working collaboratively in a creative environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Below is an overview of responsibilities for this position. For a more complete job description list, click HERE.
- Executive Leadership & Governance: Co-lead CRT with the Artistic Director; serve as a primary liaison to the Board and represent CRT externally.
- Finance (CFO-level Responsibility): Own financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, compliance, risk management, and KPI tracking.
- Operations & Facilities: Oversee operational systems, facilities/IT, insurance, and regulatory compliance.
- Human Resources: Provide HR leadership and oversight, ensuring compliance and a healthy, accountable workplace culture.
- Organizational Oversight & Direct Reports: Provide leadership and performance oversight across key departments and managers.
- Development & Marketing Partnership: Partner with Development and Marketing departments to support fundraising, stewardship, grants, brand, and audience growth.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
CRT expects applicants to align with the majority of the qualifications below. We also welcome candidates who can demonstrate comparable expertise through strong relevant experience and transferable skills.
- Demonstrated senior-level experience in nonprofit financial management, including budget development, cash flow oversight, forecasting, audits, and financial reporting for complex organizations.
- Significant senior management experience with a track record of progressive responsibility in a cultural arts setting.
- Financial literacy, vocabulary, and demonstrated acumen with executive-level knowledge of general organizational compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated skills in budgeting and administration of budgets of $2M or greater.
- Experience in the not-for-profit arts sector.
- Ability to work in a co-leadership model with the Artistic Director.
- Keen negotiating skills and demonstrated skills in drafting and reviewing contracts.
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusive leadership, integrity, and relationship‑building.
QUALITIES WE LOOK FOR IN CANDIDATES:
Mission – Motivated and inspired by CRT’s mission and vision.
Grit – Bring determination and a strong will to the challenges and opportunities of theatre at 9,000ft.
Intentionality – Thoughtful and deliberate.
Community – Willing and eager to invest in, engage with, and create personal connections with the CRT community, including staff, company, students, patrons, board members, and town of Creede, CO.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, submit your cover letter, resume, and three professional references HERE. No phone calls, please.
Applications must be received by March 6th and will be reviewed as they are received.
Creede Repertory Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applicants from marginalized communities to apply.
