About People's Light

Founded in 1974, People’s Light is one of Pennsylvania’s most respected professional theatres, renowned for producing innovative and thought-provoking work that reflects the diverse voices of our community. Located in Chester County, our mission is to inspire, entertain, and engage audiences through live theatre and educational programs, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. At People’s Light, we believe in the power of storytelling to connect people and create lasting impact.

Position Overview

Summary:

The Donor Relations & Corporate Partnerships Manager plays a key role in driving individual support among donors at the $100-$2,500 levels and supporting corporate development efforts. This position focuses on identifying and qualifying prospective donors through in-person engagement and other fundraising initiatives, building meaningful relationships with new and lapsed supporters, and securing their investment in the company’s work. In parallel, the role leads the development of compelling corporate partnership packages and proposals, aligned with company vision. 

Summary:

The Philanthropy Officer, in collaboration with core members of the team, plays a key role in raising funds from individual supporters, primarily responsible for propelling the company's major gift efforts. Reporting to the Chief Philanthropy Officer, the philanthropy officer is responsible for cultivating, stewarding, and securing major and planned gifts, actively seeking to increase giving from the renewable base while cultivating new prospects who come to Opera Philadelphia through the organization's Pick Your Price program. 

Summary:

Reporting to the General Director & President, the Chief Philanthropy Officer (CDO) serves as a visionary partner, actively shaping and carrying out philanthropic strategies and programs of the Development department.

Position: Director of Advancement

Type of Employment: Salaried, Exempt

Salary Range: $110,000 – $120,000

Benefits: Health and dental insurance, 403b with company match, and paid vacation days.

Reports to: President and Artistic Director

Important Staff Relationships: Chief Financial Officer, Marketing and PR Manager, Director of Patron Engagement, Music Director

Quintessence Theatre, now in its 16th season of producing epic, classic theatre in Northwest Philadelphia, seeks an experienced, strategic and mission-driven Director of Development to join our team.  In 2024, Quintessence purchased its longtime home, the historic Sedgwick Theater on Germantown Avenue, and is embarking on an ambitious renovation project and Capital Campaign to create a performing arts center for its community. The Director of Development leads Quintessence Theatre Group’s capital campaign while driving sustained growth in major gift revenue. This role focuses primarily on campaign strategy, major donor cultivation and solicitation, and long-term relationship management. The Director of Development supervises the Associate Director of Development, who leads annual fund efforts, and works collaboratively to ensure strong alignment between campaign and annual giving initiatives.

Working closely with the Executive Director, Producing Artistic Director, Board of Directors, Campaign Committee, and Development Committee, the Director of Development plays a central leadership role in advancing the Campaign for Quintessence at the Sedgwick and strengthening the organization’s culture of philanthropy.

This summer, Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art is seeking undergraduate or graduate students with an interest in the arts and cultural sector. Interns will gain an in-depth understanding of specific areas of museum work by participating in departmental activities and projects under the supervision of mentoring staff. Through practical training, hands-on projects, off-site field trips, and networking opportunities, interns will prepare for careers in arts administration, fundraising, and non-profit organizations. 

Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art

Internships

The Director of Development and Communications is a senior leadership position charged with overseeing the success of Fleisher Art Memorial’s strategies in fundraising, brand awareness, and revenue-generating storytelling.

MusiCoLab seeks a part-time Managing Director (MD) to guide the organization through its next stage of development, overseeing daily operations, fundraising, and partnerships, while supporting the board and creative team in advancing the organization's mission.

MusiCoLab nurtures new musicals and the artists who create them, cultivating a vibrant community of Philadelphia-based writers and sharing their work with local audiences as part of the wider ecosystem of musical theater development. Established as a nonprofit organization in 2023, MusiCoLab has built a strong reputation through programs such as the MusiCoLaboratory, Spotlight Series, and New Work Showcase. The organization is entering a period of growth — building leadership capacity, strengthening fundraising, and deepening its presence within Philadelphia's creative community.