**EVENT PLANNING - AWESOME INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

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We are seeking a highly self-motivated, detail-oriented team player to add to our internship program. We are looking for someone who is eager to gain hands-on experience in the many facets of special event production, marketing, and public relations. Our interns are go-getters, think outside of the box and outside the circle. They possess an enthusiastic attitude and ready to work hard as this could lead to a full-time position.

This position is VIRTUAL - but you must be able to attend two events - Say NO Bullying Festival in Los Angeles (10/14/2018) and Walk for Kids' Growth in Los Angeles (12/01/2018).

Interested candidates should email resume OR a brief statement of what they hope to gain from this internship.

MARKETING

• Create a target audience list for specific events
• Create social media campaigns to promote event for industry-related people
• Create a response page for online registrants
• Build a list of potential contacts for registration outreach
• Create social media posts and graphics promoting the event (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
• Post event to online event calendars and industry-related calendars

EVENT PRODUCTION

• Assist event producer with event logistics, including layout/set up, event registration table set up, vendor set up, audio and visuals, shipments to hotel, attendee parking protocol, event id badges for all attendees
• Vendor outreach for industry-related event participation (phone calls and emails)
• Sponsor outreach for industry-related participation (phone calls and emails)
• Track event registration
• Send promotional emails to potential event registrants

REQUIREMENTS

• 0-2 year background in PR, Marketing, and Event Planning preferred
• Availability - minimum 3 days a week, 9 am- 5 pm
• At least a 6-month commitment, with college credit offered if needed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office & Google Drive
• Strong knowledge, passion & understanding of the social media landscape
• Plus if you have worked with large databases maintaining information
• Ability to manage a variety of assignments with shifting priorities and maintain careful attention to detail
• Very organized
• Able to work well under pressure
• Proactive and willing to take initiative
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent communication skills