In this episode Dr. Cooper speaks with Vivian Phillips. Vivian is a communications professional and arts leader. She is co-host of the podcast doubleXposure where she and veteran arts journalist Marcie Sillman use their voice and platform to plumb the deepest depths and the tiniest cracks of our world to understand how culture and creativity shape our lives. Vivian is also the founder and editor-in-chief of the online magazine Arte Noir, a gathering place to explore and center the dynamic creativity, soulfulness, and power of Black art. In addition to the online magazine, Arte Noir will soon open a gallery and shop location at Midtown Square in Seattle.
Vivian has served in numerous communications and arts leadership roles. She was Director of Marketing and Communications for Seattle Theatre Group, served as Director of Communications to Mayor Paul Schell, chaired the 4Culture Board, and the Seattle Arts Commission, co founded the Historic Central Area Arts and Cultural District, sat on the founding board of LANGSTON, and co-founded The Hansberry Project. Her service to community has been felt across numerous organizations and she currently sits on the University of Washington Foundation Board. Vivian practices as a communications strategic advisor and arts consultant, actively advocating and creating opportunities for the inclusion of Black, and artists of color, in major developments and projects across the city.