CALL TO ARTISTS! Check out these upcoming Arts & Culture opportunities

The arts are flourishing in Tempe. From live music to public art walks to profound gallery experiences, arts and culture help shape the character of the city. That’s why Tempe remains so committed to offering arts and culture opportunities to local artists.

We're seeking passionate folks for several arts and culture opportunites. Check them out below or visit tempe.gov/ArtsJobs. 

Temporary Tempe Public Art Opportunity: TEMPEary Play

The City of Tempe invites professional artists to submit qualifications and proposals to weave creative play throughout the city. We are looking to commission artists who will create interactive artworks, imaginative games, or creative engagements that can travel throughout the Tempe community during the 2023-24 season of events. This opportunity requires an artist who can create a work of art that will enliven the imaginations of all who encounter it and actively encourage their participation.

The selected artist(s) will be asked to create an artwork that is able to move to new locations (think pop up art experiences). The focus of the artwork should be on providing the audience with the opportunity to engage directly and imaginatively with a work of art. 

The specific months of these events take place from September 2023 through May of 2024 and range in scale. Selected artists will work with the Public Art staff to determine the exact events and dates for their artworks to be showcased.

-Deadline: Wednesday, March 8 at 11:59 p.m. (MST)

-Budget: up to $150,000 (to be split between 2-5 artists)

-More details and application available here

Apply by March 8

Tempe Public Art Opportunity: Kiwanis Park North

Tempe Public Art invites artists to submit their qualifications for creating permanent artwork to be integrated into the Kiwanis Park North Improvements Project. The selected artist will work directly with the design team throughout Phase 1 of the Kiwanis Park renovation, and would be expected to work with the city, design team and stakeholders to ensure the artwork responds to the needs of the site.

The goal for the public art portion of this project is to provide a unique artistic experience for all who visit this regional park. Innovative approaches are encouraged and welcomed.

-Deadline: Friday, March 3 at 11:59 p.m. (MST)

-Budget: Up to $30,000

-More details and application available here

Apply by March 3

We're hiring! Part-time art assistant

Tempe Public Art aspires to cultivate a unique community identity that advances Tempe as a vibrant and progressive destination. Tempe's diverse collection of permanent and temporary public art complements the natural and built environment through innovative place-making, installations and infrastructure enhancements.

This position assists with projects related to public art. This includes providing administrative assistance to the Public Art Manager, Coordinator, and Specialist; meeting planning; clerical support; research assistance; and project documentation. The Tempe Public Art administrative office is located in Eisendrath House: 1400 N. College Ave, 

Learn more & apply