IDEAS

Charlotte SHOUT! seeks thoughtleaders and innovators who are working to address global and local problems, showcasing cutting-edge creativity, and contributing to a smarter future for our city, region, and planet. We encourage proposals from small to large-scale venues, cultural institutions/ organizations, non-profit groups, corporate entities, event producers, promoters and artists who are interested in staging a SHOUT! Ideas presentation.

We are looking for Charlotte changemakers to share their thoughts and challenge the status quo by pushing the limits of innovative thinking. Your idea could be a talk or workshop, a documentary or podcast, a spoken word performance, a demonstration of cutting-edge technology or an immersive experience that provides a unique perspective. We want your bold, ambitious, and thought-provoking ideas and concepts.

To assist in the meeting the costs of delivering your work, Charlotte SHOUT! will consider proposals based on the following funding options:

• A submission that is fully funded by the applicant or a third-party. If awarded, Charlotte SHOUT! will provide a marketing benefits package to you and/or your third-party contributor.

• A submission which has been partially funded by the applicant or a third-party but seeks additional financial support from Charlotte SHOUT!. If awarded,

Charlotte SHOUT! will provide a marketing benefits package to you and/or your third-party contributor.

• A submission which requests full investment from

Charlotte SHOUT!. If awarded, Charlotte SHOUT! reserves the right to seek third party sponsorship and assign rights and benefits to the respective third-party sponsor.

Please note: Sponsors of any third party proposal cannot conflict with Charlotte SHOUT! sponsors or partners.

to apply you will need to provide the following:

• Event Concept with proposed title, description, format, and desired outcomes. • Technical requirements for your event. • Details and bios on your proposed speakers, artists, or presenters. • Details on your organization, including your experience in programming and presenting innovative and creative events. • Details on audience demographics and how you plan to help market your event. • Information on the accessibility and sustainability of your event.

Please include a detailed budget in your proposal including which funding model you will be following. We

are looking for BIG ideas!

The detailed budget should include artist fee, all labor costs to build the artwork (from concept to installation on site), all materials, installation, de-installation, engineering services, testing needed for your artwork, shipping costs, all travel and accommodations.