Artistic Programming Services

The vendor is required to provide artistic programming services to serve as a creative partner in shaping dynamic and inclusive programming across the department.
- Artistic programmer who brings vision, collaborative spirit, and a passion for building meaningful relationships with both artists and audiences.
1. Vision and strategy
•    Co-develop annual and seasonal programming strategies with the director of arts and culture
•    Align programming with the creates arts and culture master plan and emerging departmental goals
•    Prioritize visibility, inclusion, and broad community engagement across both venues
2. Program development and curation
•    Curate a balance of artistic disciplines, voices, and traditions
•    Develop a compelling and community-responsive summer concert series lineup at the gardens
•    Activate various performance and gathering spaces at the center
3. Artist, agent, and promoter relationships
•    Contract artists and creative teams through transparent and inclusive processes, in conjunction with established city processes and relationships, and legal and financial policies, particularly as it pertains to executed agreements.
•    Maintain working relationships with agents and producers
•    Coordinate logistics and negotiation with arts and culture staff; weekly meetings will be requested.
4. Budget and program management
•    Design and manage program budgets across venues and series
•    Ensure efficient and equitable resource allocation
•    Support invoicing and documentation with city staff, operating within established city financial and accounting system.
5. Evaluation and outcomes
•    Track and report on indicators including:
o    Number and variety of events
o    Artist demographics and representation
o    Community participation and engagement
o    Equity in geographic reach and access
o    Cross-department collaboration 
•    Submit mid-year and final reports with narrative reflection and recommendations.
- Budget: $60,000

- Contract Period/Term: 1 year
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: September 10, 2025