Young Artists of America (YAA), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2011, is seeking a new Board member with finance/accounting skills to serve as Treasurer and contribute to its vision of helping students find their voice! Based in North Bethesda, Maryland, YAA offers world-class training to gifted and committed young performing artists in a professional and nurturing environment. Through mentorship and individualized instruction from renowned artists, students work collaboratively to perform fully orchestrated works of music-theatre in state-of- the-art venues such as the Music Center at Strathmore, where YAA resides as the arts center’s first Affiliate.

See our web site at YAA.org for more information.

Working closely with YAA’s Executive Director and Board of Directors, the new Board Member will focus on the organization’s financial health, future growth, and long-term sustainability.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills/qualities:

  • Previous business and/or non-profit management skills

  • Experience in accounting or financial field

  • Able to think and act strategically

  • Passionate about the importance of the performing arts

  • Able to foster and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including community partners, staff leadership, and Board Members

  • Comfortable being an ambassador for YAA at performances and community events

  • Willing to participate in fundraising and able to successfully solicit and steward donors

  • Collaborative by nature, placing focus on shared objectives and goals

  • Embraces cultural, gender, and racial diversity

Responsibilities for this position include:

  • Review monthly financial statements and work to improve financial reporting

  • Review YAA’s annual tax filings and audit, prepared by an outside accounting firm

  • Deliver financial updates to board

  • Help staff develop strategies for the organization’s future growth

  • Prepare for and attend regular Board Meetings (5/year) and Committee Meetings (as needed)

  • Attend at least two YAA programmatic events per year, be it performances, classes, or rehearsals.

  • Recognize the value of financially supporting the organization

  • Engage in fundraising activities in ways suited to the candidate’s skills and comfort level

For more information, or to discuss this opportunity further, please contact: Lisa Larragoite Executive Director Young Artists Of America lisa@yaa.org 301/272-8604