Edward Wolcher Email & Phone Number

Greater Seattle Area

During quarantine I focused on re-envisioning live events as virtual productions. I bring skills in modern web design and application development, video and audio production, and project management from over a decade in arts leadership. (Major projects have included Climate Solutions, Northwest Folklife, Pridefest, Capitol Hill Arts District, Mutual Aid Seattle). I am available for occasional contract work ongoing.

Seattle, Washington, United States

In my decade at Town Hall Seattle I produced over 500 events, developed an industry-leading multimedia program, and held a leadership role at the organization as it undertook a 35 million dollar capital fundraising campaign and building renovation. As their Curator of Lectures (2017-2020) I was responsible for planning and delivering a program of civics, science, and arts & culture events at thirty venues in Seattle for over 100,000 people. I developed deep knowledge of the Northwest's civic and cultural sectors, and all aspects of literary and performing arts management.

Greater Seattle Area

In this role, I managed community outreach and new program development at Town Hall. I led the planning and implementation of dozens of civic and cultural events annually. Other responsibilities included facilitation, on-stage moderation, multimedia production and strategy, and lobbying on behalf of the organization.

As Town Hall’s first Patron Services Manager, I created and oversaw a broad set of new administrative systems, hired, trained and supervised a staff of fifteen event personnel and 80 volunteers, and oversaw a $250,000 annual box office. During this period I also developed a media program at Town Hall, producing video and audio.

In this role I ran logistics for more than 300 public events, supervising event and technical staff.

Greater Seattle Area

JunctionHouse Commons was a platform for convening critical conversations on the role the public commons in Seattle. I supported all aspects of the project including business, finance, and programming.

I executed a wide range of responsibilities in this role supporting the YMCA’s youth environmental education programs including financial aid, hiring and training teachers, and marketing.