Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Colorado Ballet in the search for a Chief Advancement Officer. 

The Chief Advancement Officer will lead all development efforts of the Colorado Ballet and further its mission to present exceptional classical ballet and contemporary dance. The Chief Advancement Officer will foster a culture of philanthropy that aligns with Colorado Ballet’s values, mission, and vision, ensuring a growing and diverse audience through performances, education, and community engagement. The successful candidate will bring a proven track record of working collaboratively with boards, leadership teams, and other key stakeholders to craft and execute both short- and long-term strategic plans as well as extensive experience developing and executing comprehensive advancement plans that meet institutional, team, and revenue goals, with a focus on major gifts and expanding the donor base. The Chief Advancement Officer will be skilled in managing and executing high-profile fundraising events, including annual galas and cultivation events, large and small, to advance the organization’s philanthropic goals. The Chief Advancement Officer will serve as a compelling spokesperson for Colorado Ballet in the community, elevating both giving and its public profile. This is a unique opportunity for a visionary leader to shape the future of Colorado Ballet through innovative and impactful advancement efforts. 

Colorado Ballet’s mission it to present exceptional classical ballet and contemporary dance through performances, training, education, and community engagement while inspiring and growing an increasingly diverse audience base. 

Established in 1961 by Lillian Covillo and Freidann Parker, Colorado Ballet is a non-profit organization celebrating 63 years of presenting world-class classical ballet and innovative dance in Denver. Colorado Ballet’s 40 professional Company dancers and 22 Studio Company dancers present more than 58 classical and contemporary ballet performances every year. As the premier ballet training institution in the state, Colorado Ballet Academy provides training to students ages 1½ through adult, beginner through pre-professional. Colorado Ballet’s outstanding education and community engagement programs enable thousands to experience the magic of dance. 

After more than two decades of leasing a space near Colorado’s Capitol Building, and a lifetime of renting dance rehearsal and training facilities, Colorado Ballet purchased a building at the north end of Denver’s Art District in January 2013. For the first time in its history, Colorado Ballet owned its home. The Company renovated the space and moved into its new home, the Armstrong Center for Dance in August 2014. The renovated 30,000 square foot state-of-the-art rehearsal and training facility now houses Colorado Ballet’s professional Company dancers, Studio Company dancers, Academy students, numerous educations and community engagement programs, and its artistic and administrative staff. 

Under the creative leadership of Artistic Director Gil Boggs and his artistic team, Colorado Ballet presents classical ballet masterpieces and full-length story ballets, as well as its critically acclaimed repertory productions Ballet MasterWorks, which include neoclassical ballets, contemporary works, and innovative world premieres. 

All productions at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House feature live music by the Colorado Ballet Orchestra. The Company also encourages the development of new works through its Attitude on Santa Fe productions, which feature new ballets choreographed and performed by Colorado Ballet’s dancers. Every season since 1961, Colorado Ballet has also presented the beloved holiday classic The Nutcracker to audiences in Denver. 

The Colorado Ballet Academy is the official school of Colorado Ballet and utilizes the most current standards of ballet training. The Academy begins teaching students creative dance and pre-ballet, which lay the foundation for further study of classical ballet. Beginning at age seven, students are placed in Level 1 and advance according to age, experience, and ability. The curriculum is designed to guide students from their first introduction to the art through a full course of ballet study. 

Colorado Ballet’s Pre-Professional Division provides a necessary base to ease the transition from student to professional dancer in a focused, nurturing environment. The audition-only program is geared toward developing the whole artist, offering classes beyond dance technique to create well-rounded dancers ready for the professional ballet world. The Open Program serves a diverse community of teens and adults offering classes in beginning through advance ballet. 

Colorado Ballet’s education and community engagement programs serve in-need students, teachers, families, people living with disabilities, and lifelong learners in Colorado. These programs make more than 35,000 contacts each year in 300 schools and organizations. The mission is simple — Every. Body. Dance! Making dance accessible to everyone, promoting dance and movement as part of a healthy lifestyle, and encouraging creativity and expression through dance, and fostering an appreciation for ballet. 

As one of the oldest and most successful arts organizations in the region, Colorado Ballet continues to present world-class productions, and its audience grows every year. 

 

SALARY, BENEFITS, AND CULTURE 

The salary range for this position is $160,000 to $180,000 annually. Colorado Ballet offers a comprehensive package of benefits, and all staff have the opportunity to attend the productions they help bring to life! 

At Colorado Ballet, you will enjoy the confidence and security of working with a dynamic growing arts organization that has been part of the Colorado arts community for over 60 years. From experienced performing arts professionals to entry-level positions, Colorado Ballet seeks out the most talented and enthusiastic people to join the organization. 

Colorado Ballet recognizes that diversity and inclusion help support creativity and innovation. Colorado Ballet is stronger, more credible, and more effective when its workforce, company, and academy includes individuals with backgrounds, cultures, and traditions that reflect the nation’s rich diversity. Colorado Ballet is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion and wants to ensure there is no discrimination in its company. Colorado Ballet wants its company to be one in which every employee, artist, student, and teacher feels respected and equal. 

Colorado Ballet is committed to non-discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital status (including civil partnerships), race, ethnic origin, color, nationality, national origin, religion or belief, and sexual orientation. In addition, Colorado Ballet advocates for the use of inclusive and person-first language in all relevant circumstances to continue fostering a culture of inclusivity and a sense of belonging. It opposes all forms of discrimination. 

 

LOCATION 

This position is in Denver, Colorado. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 

All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Colorado Ballet and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the successful candidate has been selected. All inquiries will be held in confidence. 

To apply for this position, visit: Chief Advancement Officer, Colorado Ballet. 
To nominate a candidate, please contact Anne Johnson. 

Colorado Ballet has partnered with Aspen Leadership Group in the search for a Chief Advancement Officer. You may view the position prospectus or submit an application via this link: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/3227.

Job Title: Senior Director of Marketing and Communications
Location: Denver, CO - Hybrid
Terms: Full-time, Exempt
Reports To: Executive Director

Company Overview
Colorado Ballet Company is a Denver-based nonprofit organization celebrating over 60 years of
excellence. Its mission is to present exceptional classical ballet and contemporary dance
through performances, training, education and community engagement while inspiring and
growing an increasingly diverse audience base. Under the direction of the Artistic Director, Gil
Boggs, Colorado Ballet presents more than 50 performances annually to sold-out audiences in
the 2,080-seat Ellie Caulkins Opera House.
The Raydean Acevedo Colorado Ballet Academy serves over 1,200 students each year, from
toddlers to seniors. Colorado Ballet’s Education and Community Engagement programming
engages with students, teachers, families, people with disabilities, and lifelong learners, making
more than 35,000 contacts in 300 schools and organizations annually.

Position Overview
The Director of Marketing and Communications is a strategic and creative leader responsible

for promoting Colorado Ballet’s performances, programs, and brand while ensuring a high-
quality patron experience. This position oversees the Marketing and Patron Services teams,

working across departments to increase earned revenue, build audience engagement, and
support the organization's mission. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director plays a key
role in shaping Colorado Ballet’s public presence and ensuring consistency of messaging and
service at all patron touchpoints.

Key Duties and Functions
• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing, communications, and patron services
strategies to support sales, engagement, and brand alignment, focusing on building
audiences.
• Supervise and support a cross-functional team including the Marketing Manager,
Communications Manager, Videographer/Photographer, Visual Designer, and Patron
Services Manager.
• Develop and lead the seasonal marketing plan across advertising, media relations, social
media, email, and digital platforms; develop and manage program-specific campaigns and
report on performance analytics.

• Oversee Patron Services through direct supervision of the Patron Services Manager -
partner with Patron Services Manager to implement best-in-class customer service and
experiences.
• In partnership with Artistic, Advancement, Academy, and Education Departments, develop
and present new, creative messaging and communications for organizational initiatives.
• Manage external vendors, designers, consultants, and media partners; ensure brand
consistency across all materials.
• Create and oversee departmental budgets, revenue forecasts, and performance reports.
• Serve as the primary press contact and lead media relations efforts to secure visibility and
coverage for Colorado Ballet.
• Maintain a strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in all
marketing and customer engagement efforts.

Qualifications
• Significant experience in progressively responsible marketing and/or communications,
including time in supervisory or departmental leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary teams, including customer service or
front-of-house functions.
• Proven success in developing and executing integrated marketing campaigns that drive
ticket sales or program participation.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with digital marketing platforms and analytics tools, as well as experience with
CRM/ticketing systems (e.g., Tessitura) is highly desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced performing arts
environment.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, email marketing platforms, and content management
systems preferred.
• Strong commitment to high-quality customer service and experience design.
• Required to attend most Colorado Ballet evening and weekend performances.

How To Apply
The application deadline is June 18, 2025. Please send your cover letter and resume to:
HR@ColoradoBallet.org.
Submissions must include these items to be considered. No phone calls, please. If you need a
reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please
contact HR@ColoradoBallet.org. We value transferable skills and nontraditional career paths. If
you meet many but not all qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

Colorado Ballet Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To fulfill our mission, Colorado
Ballet is dedicated to building and sustaining an organizational culture grounded in diversity,
inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We are committed to hiring people who reflect and
represent the rich diversity of the children, families, and communities with whom we work.
Black, Indigenous, people of color, persons with disabilities, persons from underrepresented
ethnic groups, immigrants, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community are especially welcome
and strongly encouraged to apply.

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085) Information:
Salary Range: $100,000 - $125,000
Competitive paid time off and holidays
Comprehensive benefits package including LTD, medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) retirement plan with employer match