Red River Advisory Board 

The Community Advisory Board will support the Red River Cultural District’s mission to champion arts, culture, music, and place-based economic development. This body will serve as a strategic partner to the nonprofit, helping amplify its work, strengthen its reputation, and ensure long-term stability. Advisory members will provide expert insight, broaden political and community support, help connect the district to key networks, and serve as ambassadors for the district’s cultural and economic impact. 

We are specifically looking to strengthen these areas of our organization and are looking for champions who may have that expertise but are open to support and knowledge beyond and encourage you to submit an application.

• Fundraising and Resource Development 
• Cultural Expertise and Insight
• Heritage Preservation and Tourism 
• Advocacy and Policy
• Event Development and Management 
• Financial Stability 
• Legal Expertise and Support (Contracts, Agreements, etc.) 
• Built Environment, Design and Planning or Architecture
• Nonprofit Management

What Advisory Board Members Do

Advisory board members play a vital role in sustaining the health and vibrancy of the Cultural District. Members will:

• Promote the nonprofit’s mission, vision, and public value
• Strengthen the district’s reputation through community and industry connections
• Serve as champions for arts, culture, and music as essential components of the community ecosystem
• Offer expertise in place-based economic development, music and creative industry, policy, community engagement, fundraising, and strategic planning
• Provide guidance that supports organizational stability and helps the district navigate opportunities and challenges
• Help expand political, financial, and community support for the Cultural District’s work

This is a non-governing, non-fiduciary advisory role—members offer guidance, advocacy, and support without the legal responsibilities of a board of directors.

CLOSED WE ARE NO LONGER SEEKING APPLICATION FOR District, Events & Festivals Coordinator

Deadline:  Position has been filled. 

JOB DESCRIPTION -MORE INFORMATION

Thank you for your interest in the District, Events & Festivals Coordinator position with the Red River Cultural District. We’re incredibly grateful for the overwhelming response and the many talented individuals—like yourself—who are passionate about our mission and community.

To help us manage the high volume of interest, we kindly ask that applicants refrain from sending multiple follow-up emails. Instead, please visit our [Work With Us page] for the latest updates on the status of this role.

If we have any questions about your application, or if you are selected to move forward in the interview process, a member of our team will reach out during the working timeline below.

We are seeking a highly organized, energetic, and culturally engaged District, Events & Festivals Coordinator to support the planning, logistics, and execution of our growing roster of events, festivals, and cultural district programming and day to day operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic and growing environment, has a passion for music, cultural and community-building, and brings strong project management and communication skills to the table. This role places emphasis on creative thinking and contributions. 

For inquiries or clarifications, please contact: Nicole Klepadlo, Executive Director nicole@redriverculturaldistrict.org 

Thank you for your interest in supporting the cultural enrichment of the Red River Cultural District. 

SEEKING PROPOSALS:

CLOSED: AS OF 5PM CST ON FRIDAY JANUARY 10TH, 2025 WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING PROPOSALS FOR Cultural Currents: Request for Qualifications Exploring the artistic and musical heritage of the Red River Cultural District

PROJECT INFORMATION: LINK

PROJECT INTRODUCTION

The Red River Cultural District and The Downtown Austin Alliance request proposals from qualified consultants to document and showcase the Red River District’s history, music, and artistic traditions. The project should include due diligence on the early history of the area including cultural history inclusive of the German immigrant history and black entrepreneurship, with the focus and depth of the project dedicated to the years of history of Red River as a center for music.

This scope is considered a “year one” effort for a multi-year project aimed at capturing the narrative history of the district during a time of significant change. Deliverables from this effort will be leveraged in a variety of ways to ensure the preservation of the Cultural District’s assets and history.

PROJECT GOALS
Document and showcase the district’s history, music, and artistic traditions and deliver assets to the Cultural District to:

• Aid in marketing Red River as a Cultural Heritage tourist destination and attracting
  visitors locally, nationally, and internationally
• Amplify the Red River Cultural District as destination for music, cultural and commerce – past, present and future
• Ensure the preservation of local stories, songs, and artistic expressions for future
  generations
• Strengthen the district’s sense of identity by curating and telling the stories of its artists, musicians, and historical figures
• Highlight the contributions of diverse cultures, communities, and artists who shaped the district’s identity
• Leverage in attracting funding to support the RRCD’s ongoing work

CLOSED: WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATION FOR : Fund Development Staff, Consultant or Team

Deadline: On-going until filled // Priority BY January 2025

MORE INFORMATION

Submit your proposal and or resume electronically to nicole@redriverculturaldistrict.org. 

We look forward to partnering with a dedicated and innovative fund development team or individual to amplify our efforts in sustaining and enriching . Your collaboration will play a pivotal role in preserving cultural heritage, fostering artistic expression, and creating a vibrant and inclusive community for generations to come. 

This position is intended to be part time or allocated number of hours per month, with the possibility for full time and may be a contractual agreement. 

For inquiries or clarifications, please contact:

Nicole Klepadlo, interim Executive Director 

nicole@redriverculturaldistrict.org 

Thank you for your interest in supporting the cultural enrichment of the Red River Cultural District.