Madison Festivals, Inc.

Madison Festivals, Inc., a non-profit volunteer-based organization, produces and develops events in the greater Madison
community, such as Taste of Madison and Madison Marathon. These events enhance the quality of life for residents,
showcase the area to visitors, and provide assistance to local charitable organizations.
     

Madison Marathon

Taste of Madison

EVENT MANAGEMENT & PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP
PURPLE DOOR PRODUCTIONS
OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE JANUARY –SEPTEMBER, 2008

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Management/Production Intern(s) will assist in organizing and conducting the events of Purple Door Productions’ largest client, Madison Festivals (MFI). MFI produces the Madison Marathon, Brat Fest and the Taste of Madison. This is an un-paid position that requires approx. 20 hours/week (40+ hrs the week of an event).

Duties include coordinating volunteers; communicating with volunteer captains, vendors, and participants; data entry; creating and distributing mail pieces; and working all events on the following weekends:

  • Madison Marathon/Brat Fest May 23-26 (Memorial Day weekend)
  • Taste of Madison August 30-31 (Labor Day weekend)

Interns will also have opportunities for exposure to development/sales, government relations and marketing if desired.

REQUIREMENTS:
This person must be organized and able to work independently. Strong communication skills both verbal and written are required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to multi-task a must. Must have own transportation.

TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume to:
Purple Door Producitons
Jody Stolldorf
PO Box 259945
Madison, WI 53725
OR e-mail jody@madisonfestivals.com

Those interested in spring internships, please respond as soon as possible. For summer internships, please respond by April 1, 2008.

Contact Us
Madison Festivals, Inc.
PO Box 258016
Madison, WI 53725
(608) 276-9797
events@madisonfestivals.com