
Artist Discipline
Application Available
Start Date: January 15, 2025
End Date: March 1, 2025
Opportunity Contact Information
Julie Gammack
juliegammack@mac.com
443-223-0865
Compensation / Fees (if applicable)
Compensation Amount: 500
Application Fee: None
Event Participation Fee: None
The Okoboji Writers’ and Songwriters’ Retreat is excited to announce its fifth annual event, which will take place from September 28 to October 1, 2025, on the scenic grounds of Lakeside Labs, West Lake Okoboji, Iowa.
We seek experienced writers, songwriters, editors, journalists, agents, filmmakers, producers, and other professionals in related fields to present at this year’s retreat. The focus will be on all aspects of production, from writing and editing to finding a producer and beyond.
Benefits for Presenters:
- A $500 stipend
- Lakeside lodging
- Opportunities to participate in panel discussions
- Conducting five workshops (two on Monday and Tuesday and one on Wednesday morning). They can be repeated.
- Inclusion of your promotional materials in participant handouts
- The chance to engage with a vibrant community of writers and songwriters
- Sunset lake cruise
- Ticket to a concert/auction on Tuesday night at the Roof Garden Ballroom
Before the event, speakers will be invited to participate in Zoom calls with other presenters, past and present, to learn about the retreat and share best practices as a speaker. We have an established culture where presenters respect all participants and their current skill levels. It is an empowering and inspiring vibe for all.
Presenters are welcome to attend other sessions and fully immerse themselves in the retreat’s activities when not scheduled.
Thank you to the Iowa Arts Council for distributing this proposal request and offering workshops on how to seek project funding.
To learn more about the retreat, including past and current presenters, visit our website: https://okobojiwritersretreat.com.