About the Arts Council
The Arts Council of Scotland County is dedicated to preserving and enriching the performing and visual arts culture of Scotland County for children and adults of all ages through education, performances, research, workshops, professional development and writing. As a catalyst for community and economic development in our county, The Arts Council of Scotland County stimulates sustainable tourism, grows local businesses, creates and maintains jobs, and promotes Scotland County as a tourist retirement destination by advancing artistic excellence and cultural activities.
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The organizations goal is to create a flourishing and celebrated arts community where everyone has the chance to be inspired by the arts.
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Our History
In the summer of 2006, several concerned persons interested in economic development gathered to discuss what they might do to improve the economic outlook of Scotland County, while at the same time enrich the community’s quality of life. These folks were interested in the arts and believed storytelling was the perfect genre to highlight the rich diverse folk and cultural heritage of the community. This group of people began planning the first Storytelling Festival of Carolina for May 2007. Engaging the best national storytellers and most talented regional tellers, raising funds from individuals, businesses, foundations and government, marketing across several states, and recruiting a cadre of dedicated volunteers proved to be a recipe for success. With the first event under our belt, we decided to incorporate and provide the community with more programs to try to have a greater impact on the local economy. SACS is here with the whispers, prayers and confidence of the community.
Our Mission
The Storytelling and Arts Center of the Southeast, Inc. (SACS), the Arts Council of Scotland County preserves and enriches performing and visual arts for children and adults of all ages through education, performances, research, workshops, professional development, and writing. As a catalyst for community and economic development in Scotland County, the Storytelling and Arts Center of the Southeast stimulates sustainable tourism, grows business, creates and maintains jobs, and promotes Scotland County as a tourist retirement destination by advancing artistic excellence and cultural activities.
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Public Relations and Marketing
Local Media Outlets
As the public relations and marketing manager, my duties consisted of creating and maintaining a favorable public image for the arts council by leveraging existing media relationships while also cultivating new contacts within local businesses and media outlets. I was also responsible for maintaining membership by planning membership campaigns by using various marketing plans.
During my time with the arts council, I made it my goal to establish great relationships with WLNC 95.1 FM, The Laurinburg Exchange, and the Scotland County Chamber of Commerce. Each organization became a vital resource when it came to promoting our events.