The Design Of A Public Mural At Essex Junction Fire Department

The City of Essex Junction is seeking a talented Vermont artist or artist team to design a new public mural celebrating the community. The project, We Are Essex Junction, aims to bring color, creativity, and local pride to the southeastern-facing exterior wall of the Essex Junction Fire Department. The selected artist will collaborate with a Local Review Committee to shape the design, which should reflect the project goals of integrating major themes, engaging in placemaking and visual storytelling, and envisioning Essex Junction's future. Key requirements include: • Artistic merit, with a strong unique voice and vision • Communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work within a team context • Project management skills, with the ability to complete projects on time and within budget • Alignment with project goals and site suitability, with a understanding of site context and use of durable materials • Interview and presentation skills, with clarity and professionalism during the interview process • Concept proposal, with a strong and feasible design concept.