Special Event Intern

Special Event Intern:

Black Arts Fest MKE is a new, large-scale event is seeking an unpaid Special Event Intern. This position is multifaceted and will be an integral part of the event’s production. Areas of focus to include: content and image development for social media platforms; website management; assistance with public and media relations; direct contact and interaction with event partners/sponsors, entertainers, board of directors, the public and vendors are required both prior to, during and following the event.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Create a social media marketing plan immediately upon hire 
• Develop engaging content for social media (posts, videos, graphics, hashtags, etc.) 
• Adapt event’s marketing campaign to fit the needs of social media platforms 
• Schedule, shoot and edit videos on a variety of subject matter
• Assist with vendor relationships, monitor and ensure fulfillment of contractual requirements, etc. for booth food and retail operators
• Assist with media relations as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

To meet the needs of this internship you must meet the following:

• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills 
• Ability to interact with a broad range of personalities 
• Self-starter that learns quickly and can work in an efficient manner without direct supervision 
• MUST be able to work under tight deadlines 
• Use of a reliable car 
• Own a laptop equipped with software to meet the position responsibilities 
• Tri-pod for smart phone (preferred) 
• Previous experience managing social media 
• Marketing and/or special event experience and/or studies a plus 
• Ability to dress and act professionally in an office setting 

Time Requirements:

Flexible schedule (15-25) hours per week (days/early evenings preferred); ability to work some evening hours if supervisor is present. Weekly hours will increase late July/early August. Commit to an internship that begins immediately!

Education & Experience:

• Event production experience preferred but not required
• College courses in marketing, public relations, social media, hospitality or similar preferred

Compensation & Benefits:

• This is an unpaid internship and is eligible for academic credit as defined by the academic institution 
• Covered parking provided by employer 
• Ability to build extensive and diverse portfolio (event will own all material work product, but intern can use authorized work in portfolio)