Executive Director & Creative District Coordinator

Posted: 03/29/2026
Arts & Entertainment

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & CREATIVE DISTRICT LEAD (Coordinator)
Full-Time | Ord, Nebraska | The Golden Husk Theatre & Valley County Creative District

Grow Your Leadership. Build a Creative Community.
Lead a community arts organization while helping shape a countywide creative district. This role blends nonprofit leadership + community development to expand arts, culture, and connection across Valley County.

THE ROLE
Dual Leadership Position:                                                                                                                                      
Executive Director, The Golden Husk Theatre and Creative District Lead/Coordinator
Flexible Structure:
Time allocation shifts seasonally based on programming and events
Builder Opportunity:
Shape systems, partnerships, and long-term growth

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Theatre Leadership

  • Oversee operations, finances, and fundraising 
  • Build donor, sponsor, and community relationships 
  • Manage events, rentals, and facility use 
  • Collaboration on programming with Artistic Director 
Creative District Leadership
  • Connect artists and partners across 4 communities 
  • Support events and countywide initiatives 
  • Coordinate the Big Give Giving Day
  • Maintain a creative asset map 
  • Represent the district regionally
Shared Priorities
  • Strengthening cross-sector partnerships 
  • Expand community engagement and access 
  • Identify growth and sustainability opportunities 
 
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong communication and organizational skills 
  • Interest in arts, nonprofit, or community development 
Preferred:
  • Experience with events, nonprofits, or partnerships 
  • Interest in rural communities and creative placemaking 
  • Familiarity with marketing, fundraising, or digital tools 
SUPPORT & GROWTH
  • Engaged Board of Directors 
  • Artistic Director collaboration 
  • Community partners and volunteers
  • Contract support (grant writing, production) 
  • Phased onboarding and role development 
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full-time (40 hrs/week) | $52,000-$62,000 annually
Benefits include:
  • Flexible schedule, PTO: 10 days/year, Professional Development, Theatre Event Family Pass 
TIMELINE
Apply by: April 20, 2026
Interviews: Early May
Start Dates: June 2026 (part-time onboarding), July 2026 (full-time) 

HOW TO APPLY
Send resume, letter of interest, and 3 references (1 letter and 2 contacts)
Mail:                                                                                                                                                              
The Golden Husk-Valley County Creative District                                                                   
PO Box 56                                                                                                     
Ord, NE 68862

Email (PDFs preferred):
goldenhuskarts@gmail.com
katiewalmsley@ordnebraska.com

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
This is a chance to grow into leadership while shaping the creative future of a rural region. 
​If you’re excited about arts, community, and making an impact—we encourage you to apply. 

To visit the full Job Description, visit: https://ordnebraska.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/HuskCreative-District-Job-Description.docx.pdf 

Executive Director & Creative District Coordinator
The Golden Husk