The ArtsRising Three-Pillar Framework™
A mission-driven approach to digital transformation in the arts.
In today’s digital landscape, arts organizations can’t afford to treat their website, email, and social media as separate tools. Real growth happens when every part of your digital ecosystem works in harmony—telling a consistent story, deepening relationships, and driving action across channels. The ArtsRising Three-Pillar Framework™ is our integrated, field-tested model designed specifically for cultural nonprofits to thrive in a connected, data-informed world.
At the heart of the framework is one simple idea: alignment creates momentum. When your website is built not just to inform but to convert; when your CRM and email system nurture audience journeys with intention; when your social presence reflects your full identity, not just promotions—then your organization isn’t just communicating. It’s growing, connecting, and building trust.
Through structured systems, proven messaging frameworks, and seamless platform integration, our Three-Pillar approach lays the foundation for long-term digital capacity. We equip arts organizations with the infrastructure, strategy, and storytelling tools to grow audiences, deepen engagement, and increase support—while staying rooted in mission, culture, and community.
This is not just marketing—it’s digital infrastructure for the future of the arts.
This is the ArtsRising Three-Pillar Framework™.
Pillar 1, Website, Integration, & Analytics, uses the Digital Stage Framework™ to integrate your organization’s website into a marketing technology stack, ensuring that your website is not only aligned with your email, CRM, and social media strategies—it actively fuels them.
Pillar 2, CRM & Email, implements the Audience Flow System™ to develop your customized Patron Journey map and to align your CRM setup with clear, mission-driven email content and automation strategies.
Pillar 3, Social Media & Ads, uses the Story In Motion System™ to build your organization’s online identity reflecting your mission and to integrate your social media presence into the broader communications strategy.
What We Do:
Simplify & Strategize: Our proprietary systems help arts organizations break down complex digital processes into actionable strategies tailored to their mission and goals.
Integrate & Optimize: We ensure that every touchpoint—whether website, social media, email, or CRM—works together seamlessly to drive engagement and growth.
Streamline & Empower: We streamline your digital marketing efforts, providing comprehensive strategies that allow you to focus on what truly matters—your mission—while we handle the technical and strategic aspects of audience growth and engagement.
Q&A
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The ArtsRising Three-Pillar Framework is a unified, strategic approach designed to elevate your organization’s digital presence. It integrates three core services—The Digital Stage Framework™, The Audience Flow System™, and The Story in Motion System™—to create a cohesive, mission-driven strategy. Together, these pillars help arts organizations build a strong, sustainable digital ecosystem, improving everything from audience engagement to long-term growth.
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The pillars are deeply interconnected. The Digital Stage Framework™ focuses on optimizing your website as the heart of your digital presence. The Audience Flow System™ leverages email and CRM strategies to nurture relationships and drive engagement. Meanwhile, the Story in Motion System™ uses social media and ads to amplify your message and grow your audience. Together, they create a fully integrated marketing ecosystem, where each pillar feeds into and supports the others for maximum impact.
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While you can choose to implement one pillar based on your specific needs, we recommend adopting the full three-pillar system for the most effective and sustainable growth. Each pillar is designed to complement and enhance the others, ensuring your digital strategy is cohesive and well-rounded. By integrating all three, you can build a unified, multi-channel approach to achieve your mission.
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Results vary depending on your organization's size, goals, and current digital setup. However, many clients begin to see meaningful improvements in audience engagement and data-driven insights within 3 to 6 months. As we track and refine your strategy, you'll notice increased brand visibility, stronger relationships with your audience, and greater alignment across your digital channels.
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Our Three-Pillar Framework is specifically designed for nonprofit arts organizations—whether you're a small community theater, a large orchestra, or a cultural institution. It helps organizations of all sizes and disciplines build a cohesive digital presence that reflects their unique mission and resonates with their audience.
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Getting started is easy! Simply reach out to us for a consultation, and we’ll discuss your goals, challenges, and current digital presence. From there, we’ll work with you to design a personalized strategy using our three-pillar approach. Whether you want to start with one pillar or roll out the full system, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
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Absolutely! Our framework is designed to be flexible. We understand that every organization is unique, and we tailor our approach to fit your specific needs, goals, and audience. We collaborate closely with you to ensure that each pillar aligns with your mission, vision, and resources.
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Our goal is to give you the bandwidth to focus on your mission work. While there will be some internal involvement, much of the work is streamlined through our systems and automation and handled by our team. We act as your fractional department of digital marketing and communications. We also provide ongoing support and optimization to ensure your digital strategy continues to run smoothly and efficiently.
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We track success using a combination of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as audience growth, engagement rates, conversions (donations, ticket sales), and the effectiveness of email campaigns and social media efforts. By continuously monitoring and analyzing these metrics, we refine your strategy to ensure optimal results.
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What sets our framework apart is its holistic, integrated approach. Many organizations treat their website, email, and social media efforts as separate entities. We bring them together in a seamless, data-driven ecosystem that maximizes your reach, engagement, and growth potential. Our system isn’t just about promoting events—it’s about telling your story in a way that builds trust, deepens relationships, and strengthens your organization’s identity.