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

Job Title: Facilities and Production Associate
Location: Denver, CO, in-office
Terms: Full-time, non-exempt
Reports To: General Manager

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

Colorado Ballet is looking for an individual to join the Production Department at the Colorado Ballet Armstrong Center for Dance. This position supports the production requirements of the Education and Community Engagement Department, the studio needs of the professional company, and the performance needs of the Colorado Ballet Academy. This position also supports the Armstrong Center for Dance facility's needs. Those needs include scheduling maintenance, ensuring permits are current, and troubleshooting issues as they arise. This position requires someone energetic, creative, and good at self-management and multitasking.

Key Duties and Functions

Facilities
· Schedule regular building maintenance including cleaning, fire alarm checks, elevator permitting and grounds.
· Daily oversight and troubleshooting of building’s appearance and function. This could include booking graffiti removal, calling vendors regarding plumbing issues, and more.
· Process invoices for Facilities related work and maintain clear communication with vendors regarding services and payments.

Production
· Look after all technical elements and performances in the ACD Black Box theatre, including lighting and sound requirements for academy performances, other departmental events, and outside hires, as well as equipment maintenance. Manage the setup and strike of the Black Box theater.
· Supports the Education and Community Engagement department for school performances. This includes booking and driving a truck to the venues, setting up performances including portable ballet barres, Marley dance floors, and pipe and drape. As well as running audio and lights. Occasionally, this requires overnight stays.
· Look after technical requirements in ballet studios, ensuring sound and video equipment is in good working order and troubleshooting any issues, and scheduling piano tunings.
· Maintain archival performance recordings, loading existing DVDs onto virtual platforms.
· Complete requests from dancers or artistic staff for video or music requirements.
· Supports professional company studio rehearsal needs.

Qualifications
· Strong theatre technical skills, including understanding stage lighting and sound equipment, and experience setting and running basic lighting designs.
· Excellent organization and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a demanding environment.
· Must have a current driver’s license and reliable transportation for work-related tasks.
· Ability to drive a rental truck to and from performance venues and events, as needed.
· Must be flexible to work some nights and weekends based on production and performance schedules.
· Must be able to lift and carry up to 40lbs, including technical equipment and materials, as required by the role.

How To Apply

The application deadline is July 11, 2025. Please send your cover letter and resume to: HR@ColoradoBallet.org

Submissions must have these required 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: $42,000 - $45,000 annually
Competitive paid time off and holidays
Comprehensive benefits package including LTD, medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Job Title: Children’s Ballet Teacher
Location: Denver, CO
Terms: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Reports To: Lower School Principal
Pay Range: $38 - $48/hr based on experience

Company Overview

Colorado Ballet Company is a Denver-based non-profit organization celebrating 62 years of excellence. Colorado Ballet's 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 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, offering programs for toddlers through adults, a Pre-Professional Division designed for the serious student seeking ballet as a career, an international summer intensive that draws 300+ students from around the world, and educational workshops and camps throughout the year for all ages. Students have multiple performances in Colorado Ballet’s Black Box Theater and a full-length classical production in the beautiful Ellie Caulkins Opera House. Each year, over 150 students have the opportunity to dance alongside professional company dancers during Colorado Ballet’s season at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. CBA is continually recognized with the prestigious “Outstanding School” award, 1st place ensemble, and numerous top placements in every category at the world-renowned Youth America Grand Prix competition.

Position Summary Colorado Ballet Academy seeks a dedicated and enthusiastic Children’s Ballet Teacher for our Children’s Division classes for the 2025- 2026 Academy year, starting in August 2025. The ideal candidate must be a motivated individual who can create an engaging and supportive learning environment while guiding young students through a Creative Dance and Pre Ballet curriculum.

Classes currently available in Twinkle Tots, Creative Dance, Pre-Ballet

· Tuesday 3:30PM – 5:30PM
· Wednesday 3:45PM – 5:30PM
· Thursday 10:00AM – 12:00PM
· Friday 4:00PM - 6:00PM
· Saturday 8:45 AM- 12:30 PM

Key Duties and Functions

· Teach Ballet classes for children ages 3 to 8 and Twinkle tot classes for children ages 2.5 to 3. Classes range from 30 to 90 minutes in length.
· Foster a positive and encouraging atmosphere that promotes students’ confidence, discipline, and love for dance.
· Preparation of lesson plans for weekly classes, following a designated curriculum.
· Guide students to perpetually progress through the CBA curriculum.
· Provide feedback to supervisors and guardians to help each student achieve their potential.
· Set and rehearse choreography for end-of-session or end-of-year performance.
· Responsible for appropriate music selection for classes.
· Attend monthly teacher meetings and training courses when offered.
· Opportunities to teach various workshops or camp series at Colorado Ballet Academy will be available.
· Complete a state and federal fingerprint-level background check and mandatory reporter training.

Position Requirement

· Extensive training in classical ballet with a minimum of 3 years of teaching experience.
· Certification in ABT NTC, RAD or CCA a plus.
· Strong understanding of child development and the ability to adapt teaching methods to suit different age groups.
· Ability and willingness to work with young students of varied abilities and keep them engaged and stimulated.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with children.
· Experience in classroom management and inclusive approach to dance education.
· Ability to inspire and motivate students while maintaining a disciplined and structured classroom environment.

How To Apply Application deadline is July 11, 2025. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and two professional references to HR@coloradoballet.org. Submissions must have these required items to be considered. No phone calls, please.

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.

Job Title: Academy Resident Advisor
Location: In-person at Colorado Ballet Academy and Nita Santa Fe Apartments
Terms: Part-time 8-10 hours/week, non-exempt
Reports To: Academy Operations Manager

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, and 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

Colorado Ballet seeks a responsible and compassionate individual to serve as the Academy Resident Advisor (RA) for the Raydean Acevedo Colorado Ballet Academy. This part-time, live-in position provides critical residential support to students living on campus for 44 weeks during the academic year and summer intensive. The RA fosters a safe, supportive, and enriching living environment, ensuring student well-being through mentorship, crisis management, and community-building.

Key responsibilities include supervising housing facilities, enforcing residential policies, responding to emergencies, and serving as a liaison between students, families, and staff. The RA also assists with administrative duties related to residential life and participates in ongoing training and development. Additionally, the RA is expected to work two shifts per week at the front desk from 5:00 or 6:00 PM to closing, providing support for the Academy's evening operations.

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills who are passionate about working with young people in a structured, arts- focused environment.

Key Duties and Functions

· Resident Advisor resides at Nita Santa Fe during the 44 weeks of the Academy Academic calendar year and Summer Intensive.
· Two shifts per week working from 5:00 or 6:00PM to closing, providing support to the Academy's evening operations.
· Assists in administrative tasks related to residential life, such as room assignments, meetings with students and families, and program development.
· Residential support for students residing in on-campus housing, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being. RA must be available by phone or text to students.
· Supervising facilities to ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and safety protocols. Enforce curfew hours with random room checks, monthly group meetings, and other residential policies effectively.
· Function as the primary point of contact in case of emergencies, including medical emergencies, security concerns, or other crises. Coordinate with appropriate personnel and authorities as needed and report to the Academy Director
· Provide support and assistance to students in times of personal crisis, homesickness, or emotional distress. Offer guidance and referrals to appropriate resources, as necessary.
· Communicate effectively and promptly with students, faculty, and building maintenance regarding residential matters. Greet visitors and assist with tours, move in/out days, room changes, and satisfaction surveys.
· Participate in training sessions and ongoing professional development to enhance skills and knowledge related to the role, e.g., Mandatory Reporter training, conflict resolution, and CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

· Strong organizational and communication skills
· Customer service experience in person, over the phone, and via email
· Collaborative and leadership and mentorship qualities
· Previous experience working in residential life, student affairs, or a similar role is highly desirable
· Prior experience in customer service and supervision of students or children
· Crisis management skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
· Candidates should be available for all weeks of the Academy schedule for the fall and spring semesters
· CPR and First Aid certification; training will be provided

How To Apply

The application deadline is June 27, 2025. Please send your cover letter and resume to: HR@ColoradoBallet.org

Submissions must have these required 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:

Pay Range: $270 per week in cash wages

Additional Compensation: Furnished on-site housing is provided at no cost to the employee as a condition of employment. Housing is considered non-taxable income under IRS guidelines and is valued at approximately $1,485 per month.