King Street Station Activations Project Manager - Temporary
City of Seattle
- Seattle, WA
- $43.74-50.90 per hour
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Work closely with ARTS and city staff to identify suitable locations for artwork presentations and performances at King Street Station and other downtown sites.
- Develop partnerships with ARTS, city staff, and community organizations to build a programming schedule and budget for installations, performances, and presentations spanning September 2024 to July 2025.
- Collaborate with ARTS and city staff to craft calls for artists, coordinate artist selection panels, and oversee the contracting and management of commissioned artists.
- Coordinate public outreach and marketing efforts in tandem with ARTS staff to promote the arts programming and engage the community.
- Secure all necessary permits and permissions for presenting artworks on city properties, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Proven experience in curating and handling arts and/or other programming including but not limited to creative industries, film, music, dance, etc, preferably in a municipal, non-profit or community setting.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to engage various partners, develop and adhere to budgets, timelines, and schedules.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse partners, including artists, city officials, and community members.
- Strong racial equity lens and community engagement experience, particularly with artists, creatives, cultural workers, community-based organizations, and/or government agencies.
- Knowledge of public art practices or creative industries, including familiarity with the selection processes, contract negotiation, and permitting procedures.
- Creative thinking and a passion for encouraging community engagement through the arts.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- A cover letter explaining your interest in this opportunity with the Office of Arts & Culture and capability to perform this job.
- A PDF resume which illustrates your related skills and abilities.