Julie Akerly Email & Phone Number

Surprise, Arizona, United States

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

- Oversee staffing, contracting, and logistics for performances, events and activities of Kennedy Center Dance and Ballet season programs- Connect with local dance community to develop engagements with visiting artists and performance and professional development opportunities at the Kennedy Center including the curation of National Dance Day- Developed and supported plans to expand offerings, services, and support for local dance artists including the expansion of the Local Dance Commissioning Project to create more accessible and equitable application and panel selection processes- Participated in the creation of departmental goals, strategic initiatives, and curation with Dance Programming team and input from external community members- Primary liaison between visiting artists and various departments including production managers, orchestra manager, theater managers, Public Relations, Marketing, Multimedia, Development, Education, and Social Impact.- Work with departments across the Kennedy Center to develop schedules, establish needs, review promotional materials, and organize events- Build and maintain budget drafts for future projects, and track payments to keep department to keep department in good financial standing and meet budget goals- Arrange, negotiate, and manage contracts and payments for visiting artist accommodationsManage Department’s visa needs for international companies and artists- Hire interpreters, musicians, conductors and performance staff as needed- Develop and implement departmental goals and strategic initiatives- Supervise and train part-time staff and interns

Tempe, Arizona, United States

- Manage and oversee the planning and execution of arts programming, festivals, and events occurring at the Tempe Center for the Arts, Edna Vihel Arts Center, and in Tempe Parks- Evaluated and developed new programming at the Tempe Center for the Arts that reflected a vision of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for artists and audience- Worked alongside Artistic Director in meetings with booking agents and managers, planning and scheduling the presenting season at the Tempe Center for the Arts, negotiating contracts, and coordinating support with team members including travel arrangements, meals, and riders- Arrange, negotiate, and manage contracts and payments for artists, performers, community partners, and community organizations participating in programs- Plan, coordinate, and execute engagement programming that supports the Tempe Center for the Arts presenting season by connecting with local community partners to perform, serve on panels, and lead workshops for the community- Coordinate with City of Tempe Public Information Officers to develop marketing and outreach strategies to promote artists, programs, and events- Oversee, train, and coordinate schedules, roles, and responsibilities with supervisors, part-time staff, interns, and volunteers assisting in the planning and day-of support for events and programs- Plan and build collaborative relationships with supervisors, staff, and team members by involving everyone in brainstorms, planning, and event roles- Strategized, led, and collaboratively developed a strategic plan, goals, and vision for new Community Arts work group within the Arts and Culture Division- Collaborate and coordinate with partners and artists to develop and implement residencies and performances in partnership neighborhoods, Economic Development, the Office of Sustainability, Neighborhood Services, and with the Tempe Union High School District music and dance programs.

Tempe, Az

- Assist with project management and application processing including documenting information, and preparing forms and materials for panel members and applicants.- Maintain records and file Public Art maintenance reports, contracts, and payment requisitions.- Create budgets and track spending of the Public Art accounts within the Municipal Arts Fund.- Communicate and schedule meetings and installations with artists, fabricators, and contractors.- Meet with artists and community groups to provide technical and conceptual assistance for RFPs and RFQs during individual meetings. - Assist in the development of GIS map for Public Art, Neighborhood Art, Art In Private Development, Murals, and Schools.- Assist with researching and designing new art initiates such as a new private art mural permitting process and an arts and culture communications plan.- Support informal arts and culture programs through research, focus groups, to design and implement Arts in the Parks and the Vibrant City Grant- Assist with grants management and application processing including reviewing grant applications, documenting information, and preparing forms and materials for panel members and applicants

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

- Co-founded [nueBOX]; established artist residency program serving multi-disciplinary artist collaborations with a focus in dance & performing arts- Produce and oversee over 100 events/year including festivals, workshops, performances, classes, and community discussions- Manage and train incoming staff, volunteers, and interns, providing mentorship and professional development for careers in arts administration- Support emerging and professional artists through residencies, workshops, training, and performance opportunities- Initiate and create partnerships; work collaboratively with artists, arts organization leaders, and local businesses - Lead post-show discussions using Liz Lerman’s Critical Response Process- Work with teachers to provide curriculum training and development in the Phoenix Unified School District dance programs- Organize class schedules, select teachers and workshop teachers, and oversee the execution of classes in media, music, writing, dance, and theater- Create professional development opportunities for artists through artist-led panels, workshops, and feedback sessions.- Develop residency program guidelines and manage artist calls and panels- Develop strategies to build partnerships with organizations and events that will help grow or sustain programming through services, funding, or exposure- Create and execute fundraising plans, apply for grants, and develop research strategies to assess strategic goals and impact

Tempe, Arizona, United States

Faculty Associate and Graduate Teaching Associate:- Arts Management (Online)- Introduction to Dance (In Person & Online)- Media for Dance- Non-Linear Film Editing- Modern I- Jazz I- Yoga/Pilates

Avondale, Arizona, United States

Taught courses in:- Introduction to Dance- Ballet I- Modern I & II- Jazz I & II

Phoenix, Az

Courses Taught:- Modern I- EnsembleDeveloped curriculum for new BFA in Choreography and Performance Program for:- Creative Practices: Community-based Art-Making- Seminar 1: Careers in the field of dance- Seminar 2: Arts Administration

Master Of Fine Arts - Mfa, Dance & Interdisciplinary Media And Performance

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Dance