Office of Arts & Culture
Civic Poet Application
- Deadline:
- Budget: 25000
Eligibility: You are based in Seattle (your residence is in the City of Seattle) • You are eligible to work in the U.S. • You are 18+ years of age at the time of the application due date • You are not an enrolled student at any level at the time of the application due date • You have demonstrated interest/experience in promoting equity and inclusion through the arts • You show strong program planning and implementation with partnerships
The Seattle Office of Arts & Culture (ARTS), in partnership with the Seattle City of Literature, commissions and supports an experienced poet for a two-year residency. The Civic Poet is a cultural ambassador for Seattle’s rich, multi-hued literary landscape and represents Seattle’s diverse cultural community. The selected awardee will receive $25,000 for their two-year commission from early 2025 through the end of 2026. In addition to annual City events, the Civic Poet will foster community dialogue and engagement between the City, the public, and other artists, while celebrating the literary arts.
As the City’s two-year ambassador of poetry, the role of the Civic Poet is to develop an annual workplan, execute a range of creative opportunities citywide, and deliver a closing debrief at the end of each year. These opportunities can include readings, workshops, projects, as well as speaking engagements – all in tandem with literary and community partners. The Civic Poet curates public occasions that connect and engage communities, City departments, and residents while promoting the value of poetry. As a featured presenter, the Civic Poet will participate in two annual public events with the Seattle City of Literature and for National Poetry Month.
More Information: www.seattle.gov