How do I become an application reviewer?
Connecticut Office of the Arts relies on people in the arts and creative sector to review applications for many of our programs.
Reviewers / Panelists include artists, educators, administrators, community leaders, and other people involved in the arts and creative sector. They receive a stipend for serving as a reviewer. The stipend is calculated based on the time required. COA can only process a stipend to reviewers who are able to complete a W9 prior to the start of their review. The stipend may be considered taxable income.
When selecting reviewers/panelists, we strive to represent:
- Our state’s overall diversity of gender, age, race, ethnicity, and disability
- Our state’s geographic distribution
- Artistic disciplines and sub-disciplines
- Small, medium, and large institutions
- The variety of creative economy roles including artists, administrators, artistic directors, board members, education specialists, and others
Reviewer / Panelist Responsibilities
Reviewers/Panelists:
- Adhere to the review/panel process
- Evaluate assigned grant applications
- Score applications according to program review criteria
- Provide funding recommendations
The time commitment will vary depending on the program requirements and review materials.
Disclosure/Conflict of Interest
To ensure that all Connecticut Office of the Arts reviews are free from conflicts of interest and/or the appearance of such conflicts, reviewers are required to disclose any past, current or prospective affiliations they, or their immediate family members, have with an applicant.
“Affiliations” applies to employment, independent contractual relationships, financial relationships or close personal relationships. In addition, reviewers are required to disclose any past or current adversarial relationships with applicants.
A reviewer who has a conflict of interest or a significant appearance of conflict of interest with a particular applicant will be precluded from participation in the review and assessment of that applicant.
How to Express Interest in Serving in the Role
Please complete the Panelist Interest Survey Form. Please note that we can’t guarantee everyone who submits will be selected.
Thank you for your interest. We will only contact individuals selected to participate in this role.