Press release from Eureka Cultural Arts District:

The Eureka Cultural Arts District is seeking a graphic designer to create a logo and supporting basic style guide for the District.

The Eureka Cultural Arts District, which runs from Blue Ox Millworks in the East to the outer reach of the Eureka Slough in the West and from Waterfront Drive in the North to Seventh Street in the South, is one of 14 State recognized Cultural Arts Districts.

Eureka’s District is intended to act as a focal point for all cultural and artistic activities within the district’s boundaries while encouraging economic development, tourism, equity and inclusion, community engagement, arts programming, support of artists, and cultural and historic preservation.

It’s a place for dynamic engagement with a diverse and multi-ethnic population of artists, culture bearers, innovators, and creatives as they come together to celebrate the many expressions of Jaroujiji (Eureka) and Wigi (Humboldt Bay), honoring the interweaving of traditions and lifeways. The District envisions an inclusive future nourished by culture, art, food, performance, and storytelling - all vital to sustaining our community. 

A diverse working group has been meeting regularly to plan for culturally significant events, markers, signage, and site development throughout the district.

“Before we can move much further forward,” comments working group member Leslie Castellano, “we need a logo that can be used to market the district, along with guidelines for different contextual uses. We have been inspired by Wigi (Humboldt Bay), storytelling, and a celebration of cultures and place and are looking for a graphic emblem that clearly embodies the spirit of the district.”

Interested creatives should submit a portfolio or samples of their graphic design work (total 3-5 images) and a statement of interest. Diverse/BIPOC/underrepresented artists are encouraged to apply; preference will be given to groups and artists that are in alignment with the values of the Cultural Arts District. The deadline for submissions is March 10, 2023.

Funds of up to $1200 are available for the final design and usage guidelines, including color and size/shape variations. Future contracts or additional pay may be available for further development of branding and related graphic design. 

Submissions should be sent to: http://inkpeopleinc.submittable.com

If you have questions, please email brieanne@inkpeople.org