The Director of Major Gifts – USA is responsible for leading strategic fundraising initiatives focused on cultivating and securing major gifts from U.S.-based individuals, foundations, and organizations. This role involves managing a robust portfolio of prospects, developing and executing comprehensive cultivation and stewardship plans, and organizing donor engagement activities across the United States to support the theatre’s mission and financial sustainability.

Reporting to the Vice President of Advancement, the Director of Major Gifts collaborates closely with the Artistic Director, Executive Director, Finance, Marketing, and other departments, as well as with senior volunteers and board members, to advance the organization’s philanthropic goals. This position also oversees administrative systems related to donor tracking and reporting, supports grant and endowment efforts, and contributes to cross-departmental initiatives that align donor engagement with institutional priorities.