Jumpstarting Artist Jobs: Case Studies of U.S. Employment Programs for Creative Workers

This report profiles U.S. artist employment programs launched in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Through case studies, it examines how these programs were designed, implemented, and sustained to provide paid creative work for artists while advancing local community needs. The analysis highlights key differences in funding models, employment structures, and program outcomes, and offers practical recommendations to support through employment-based arts initiatives.