Artistic director | performing arts executive | nonprofit leader
Jessica Jackson
director | Improviser | theatrical composer
Hello
Cultural organizations can change the world. For many years, I was Artistic Director of Creede Repertory Theatre, a nationally acclaimed professional arts organization in the most unlikely of places. I witnessed firsthand how a nonprofit can drive the regional economy, create partnerships, and contribute to a culture that brings people together. I specialize in small to medium-budget organizations serving in unique communities.
Why is your organization special? Reach out and let me know!
Nonprofit and Arts Consulting
Why bring me in?
Nonprofits and foundations generally have a very lean staff. There’s never enough support for core organizational management areas like fundraising, marketing, finance, human resources, or technology. Nonprofits also need training to provide their staff and board with ongoing professional development or to facilitate organizational change.
Some examples of nonprofit consulting projects:
Grant-writing
Conference planning
Training for board or staff
Strategic planning
Workshop and retreat facilitation
Coaching
Copywriting
Partnership building
Branding/marketing
Equity, diversity, and inclusion
Working with AEA and other unions
Artist and other employment contracts
Programming
How does this work?
I can help you grow, sustain, or change in the ways that are right for your organization. Sometimes you need an experienced professional to guide the creation of a strategic plan, help you develop your board, or discover a new way to move forward. Sometimes you need a project manager for a specific initiative. I bring fresh eyes and many years of experience as an executive of a successful nonprofit arts organization.
The short answer is that every organization is unique. We can find a consulting relationship that works for you.
What kind of clients do I work with?
Nonprofit arts organizations
Performing arts centers
City and county governments
Tourism organizations
Venues
Foundations & granting orgs
Community leaders