Chief Advancement Officer

Chief Advancement Officer

Introduction to ProMusica Chamber Orchestra ProMusica Chamber Orchestra is an organization with a national artistic reputation, deep roots in Central Ohio, and an ambitious vision for what […]

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Chief Advancement Officer

Introduction to ProMusica Chamber Orchestra

ProMusica Chamber Orchestra is an organization with a national artistic reputation, deep roots in Central Ohio, and an ambitious vision for what a modern chamber orchestra can be. Founded in 1979, ProMusica has spent nearly five decades building a reputation that far exceeds its size. The 37-member ensemble is known for extraordinary musicianship, adventurous programming, intimate audience experiences, and a willingness to take artistic risks.

At the heart of ProMusica’s mission is a belief that a chamber orchestra can be both deeply connected to its community and a catalyst for artistic discovery. As the resident orchestra of the historic Southern Theatre in downtown Columbus, ProMusica has a distinctive home for its performances while also reaching audiences throughout Central Ohio and in unexpected spaces. Backed by an international track record in championing new music, ProMusica is an established leader in contemporary repertoire, with 73 commissions and more than 130 world and regional premieres to-date.

The Opportunity

ProMusica seeks its first-ever Chief Advancement Officer, an experienced and strategic fundraising leader, relationship builder, and collaborative leader who sees philanthropy not simply as a revenue function, but as a catalyst for artistic ambition and community impact. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the next phase of institutional advancement within a dynamic and growing organization.

ProMusica’s Chief Advancement Officer will be a strategic leader and confident frontline fundraiser. Candidates must bring experience and comfort leading multifunctional teams, while also managing their own portfolio of individual and institutional donors. This role will suit a leader who thrives on balancing management and strategy with direct donor and stakeholder engagement, and who will value and help sustain ProMusica’s close-knit, collaborative culture.

The ideal candidate will bring an understanding of the nuances of the business models of performing arts organizations. They will also bring enthusiasm for audience development and experience cultivating the philanthropic interest of ProMusica stakeholders.

In this role, the Chief Advancement Officer will enjoy a strong and collaborative partnership with a CEO who is accustomed to and skilled in donor and stakeholder relations. They will be responsible for leading the development of ProMusica’s institutional advancement strategy while supporting the CEO and board in managing relationships with longstanding supporters and developing new ones. They will do this work in partnership with a talented advancement team of six, with four direct reports: Marketing Director, Data Services Manager, Development Coordinator, and Grants Consultant.

ProMusica’s next chapter will require more than raising money. It will require expanding the circle of people who believe in what ProMusica can become—and giving them meaningful ways to be part of it.

Key Position Functions

The Chief Advancement Officer will lead ProMusica’s advancement strategy from end to end, setting the goals and plans that guide each individual along the continuum from ticket buyer to subscriber to patron. The role combines fundraising leadership, including major gifts, grants, corporate partnerships, and planned giving, with oversight of a six-person team and a personal portfolio of top donors.

The Chief Advancement Officer opportunity is both strategic and highly personal. This is a role for someone who enjoys moving fluidly between big-picture strategy and the individual conversation that turns a supporter into a champion. Working in close partnership with an accomplished artistic and administrative leadership team, a committed board, an engaged donor community, and a compelling story to tell, together, they will position ProMusica for long-term sustainability and impact.

Key functions include: – Build the Advancement Strategy

• – Cultivate Transformational Relationships
• – Lead and Elevate the Advancement Team
• – Turn Artistic Aspirations Into Philanthropic Opportunity
• – Strengthen the Infrastructure for Growth
• – Guide Budgeting and Goal-Setting
• – Connect Audience Development to Philanthropy
• – Champion the ProMusica Story

The full position profile can be viewed here: https://benefactorgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/ProMusica-CAO-Position-Profile-Final.pdf

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• – BA/BS degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field or equivalent knowledge, training, and experience.
• – Progressively responsible experience leading and managing fund development programs and operations.
• – Proven experience leading high-performing teams.

Desired Qualifications

• – Proven leadership experience in arts and culture organizations and a demonstrated understanding of the business models of performing arts organizations.
• – Experience with budgeting and finance.
• – Experience directing and leading comprehensive campaigns, major gift programs, event management, and planned giving programs.
• – Graduate degree in a relevant field.
• – CFRE designation.

Compensation

ProMusica is pleased to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package for this role. The projected minimum target compensation for this role is $110,000, commensurate with experience.

Application Process

Benefactor Group is pleased to be assisting ProMusica with this executive search. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. All applications are considered highly confidential. To be considered for this position, please submit a resume at the link below. In the application, you will also be asked to provide a brief answer to a question describing your interest in the role.

To apply, please visit: https://bit.ly/ProMusica-CAOapplication.

To learn more about ProMusica, please visit https://promusicacolumbus.org/.

Please do not contact ProMusica staff or board with questions or interest in the role. All inquiries about the position should be directed to Benefactor Group.
Benefactor Group Recruitment Team mailto:HR@benefactorgroup.com http://www.benefactorgroup.com je-a4a9da3023764f31bc19688a1208000f

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