BOARD MEMBER

Golden State Ballet 
Volunteer Position | Ongoing Term | Southern California (San Diego–based) 

Golden State Ballet is seeking thoughtful, engaged Volunteer Board Members to join its Board of Directors. Board members play a key role in advancing the Company’s mission, ensuring long-term sustainability, and supporting artistic excellence. 

This is a 100% volunteer, unpaid position and is not intended to provide employment or financial compensation. 

About Golden State Ballet 

Golden State Ballet is a professional ballet company dedicated to presenting high-quality classical and contemporary ballet while expanding access to the arts through education and community engagement. As the largest professional ballet company in San Diego, Golden State Ballet is home to 28 professional dancers and presents a dynamic season of three to four productions annually. 

Time & Location Commitment 

  • Approximately 2 hours per month, plus occasional performances, events, or special meetings 

  • Monthly board meetings held for approximately two hours 

  • Meetings are held both in person and via Zoom 

  • Board members must reside in Southern California 

  • Ability to one in-person meeting and/or event per quarter in San Diego is required 

What You’ll Do 

Board Members support Golden State Ballet through governance, advocacy, and strategic leadership, including: 

  • Providing oversight and guidance on organizational strategy and long-term planning 

  • Supporting the financial health and sustainability of the organization 

  • Serving as an ambassador for Golden State Ballet within the community 

  • Participating in board meetings, committees, and special initiatives as needed 

  • Supporting fundraising and development efforts at a level appropriate to the individual 

Who Should Apply 

Golden State Ballet is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and well-rounded Board of Directors. We welcome candidates with experience or interest in one or more of the following areas: 

  • Fundraising, grant writing, development, or philanthropy 

  • Arts administration, technical theatre, or production 

  • Business leadership, entrepreneurship, or operations 

  • Nonprofit management or governance 

  • Accounting, finance, or financial oversight 

  • Law or legal compliance 

  • Marketing, communications, or technology 

  • Professional dance or performing arts 

Prior board experience is encouraged but not required. 

Compensation 

This is a volunteer, unpaid position. 

How to Apply 

Interested candidates should submit a brief statement of interest and résumé to foundation@goldenstateballet.org.