Nevada Arts Council

Position

Nevada State Poet Laureate (Governor appointed). Term: May 1, 2024 – April 30, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Propagate the art of poetry and encourage literacy and learning at events and through initiatives during the term.
• Make multiple appearances per quarter for a variety of cultural communities and geographic areas.
• Attend the Governor’s inauguration if term overlaps.
• Attend the Nevada Arts Council Conference (Intersections, The Nevada Creative Conference).
• Attend the Nevada State Poetry Out Loud finals.
• Read work at conferences and public events, such as the Intersections, The Nevada Creative Conference.
• Undertake a cultural project of personal significance that brings art to those who might not otherwise have access.

Benefits

• A $5,000 grant to offset travel and project costs throughout the term.
• Funding provided in part by the State of Nevada, the Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, and the National Endowment for the Arts.