Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with the Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association in the search for a Director of Development and Marketing.

Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the Director of Development and Marketing will play a pivotal role in driving the Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association's (LEPAA) growth and visibility through strategic marketing, fundraising, and community engagement efforts. The Director, a creative and results-driven leader, will design and implement comprehensive marketing plans that align with LEPAA's mission and strategic objectives, while also spearheading initiatives to expand financial support through a diverse range of fundraising channels. The Director will oversee key relationships with foundations and grant-making entities, lead impactful marketing campaigns, and collaborate closely with both internal teams and external partners, including Buddy Holly Hall and ASM Global, to ensure cohesive development and operational strategies. By fostering an innovative, collaborative environment, the Director will elevate LEPAA's profile, drive community engagement, and strengthen its financial foundation for future growth.

Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association, a nonprofit organization with oversight of the world-class Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock, Texas, is dedicated to building community through extraordinary experiences, creative collaboration, and inclusive access to the arts, entertainment, and education. Partnerships with Lubbock Independent School District, Texas Tech University, Ballet Lubbock, Lubbock Symphony Orchestra, The Buddy Holly Educational Foundation, and others ensure arts education remains a priority for students of all ages. LEPAA envisions a community whereeveryperson experiences the transformative power of the arts.

Imagine a gift to the community, funded by the community, so incredible that it forever changes the landscape of entertainment, education, and economic impact across the South Plains. The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences is a 220,000 square foot performing arts and education campus, privately owned, and operated by LEPAA and privately funded through the generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations. Located in downtown Lubbock, The Hall boasts two theaters, events space, a full-service restaurant, and a 22,000 square foot pre-professional ballet school. The Buddy Holly Hall is a cultural hub of Lubbock and a cornerstone of downtown revitalization.

The possibilities of education outreach through LEPAA and The Buddy Holly Hall are exciting and endless. Currently, LEPAA supports four primary education initiatives, helping ignite the arts in youth and adults of all ages in the community. The Buddy Holly Songwriters Retreat is a week-long retreat during which writers breakup into small groups to collaborate with mentors through the creative process of songwriting. The Staging the Future Program (STF) at The Buddy Holly Hall enables economically disadvantaged school children to experience live theater and access performing arts education opportunities. Lubbock Independent School District and LEPAA partner to present Theater Camp at Buddy Holly Hall each June. LEPAA also partners with the West Texas Kodly Initiative (WTKI), Lubbock ISD Fine Arts, and Texas Tech University Talkington College of Visual and Performing Arts School of Music to provide on-going Kodly Method certification for area music educators. Developing and enhancing the Lubbock cultural arts community for the betterment of the community is one of the pillars of LEPAA's mission. The Lubbock Cultural Arts District has a tangible impact on both the local and state economy. Nearly 3,500 full-time jobs are supported by the arts in Lubbock within 51 arts organizations and the arts industry generates $4 million in revenue for the local government. The work of the arts district allows 1.4 million people to attend local arts and culture events each year. Beyond Lubbock, the arts generate $5.5 billion for the Texas economy and Texas' creative sector currently employs nearly 800,000 innovation workers in good, high paying jobs.

A bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience, accompanied by at least five years experience in marketing management within a nonprofit or arts setting, is preferred for this position. The Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to LEPAA, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and rsum. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of the Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association as well as the responsibilities and qualifications presented in the prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 annually.

LEPAA is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Tonya Malik-Carson attonyamc@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit:https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1422.

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