Cultural Arts District seeks graphic designer

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.

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,” said 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 three to five images) and a statement of interest.

Diverse/BIPOC/underrepresented artists are encouraged to apply; preference will be given to groups and artists in alignment with the values of the Cultural Arts District. Deadline for submissions is March 10.

Funds of up to $1,200 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. For more information, email brieanne@inkpeople.org.