The Seattle Office of Arts & Culture and Seattle City of Literature are looking for the next Civic Poet to fill a two-year residency that starts in early 2025.
The role of the Civic Poet is to curate public events (like readings, workshops, projects, and speaking engagements), with a $25,000 stipend as compensation.
The call is open to Seattle-based poets with an established body of work including published pieces, spoken word, project planning experience, and racial equity practice.
Some of the qualifiers:
- Residency in the City of Seattle
- Not an enrolled student at any level
- Interested and experienced in promoting equity and inclusion through the arts
Important dates:
- Monday, July 22, 1–3 p.m. — Information Session
- Tuesday, Aug. 6, 5 p.m. — Application Draft Review Due Date
- Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, 5 p.m. — Application Due Date
So, will you be our next Shakespearean Seattleite?
