Freedom Festival Marketing & Events Internship

Job Description: Freedom Festival Marketing & Events Internship

The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all requirements. 

Responsibilities include:                                                          

Answering phone and greeting customers 

Assisting with inventory of Festival buttons, tickets and other merchandise 

Logistics, planning and preparation for the summer festival 

Banners- taking inventory of existing banners and ordering new banners, as needed/directed 

Assist with planning all Freedom Festival produced events 

Assist with social media efforts 

Running errands as needed 

Attend planning meetings as necessary  

Attend ALL Freedom Festival produced events 

Other duties as assigned 

Expectations 

Positive attitude and high energy; Reliable, honest and trustworthy; Work as a team player.  

Proficient in the use of Outlook, Internet and other Microsoft Office Suite applications. 

Proficient in basic math. 

Detail-oriented and thorough; all outgoing printed material reviewed by Marketing & Events Assistant first for proofing. 

Comply with organizational policies: 

Attendance: Notify supervisor, in advance, of planned or anticipated absences from work. 

Dress Code: Be well-groomed and appropriately dressed for daily work schedule  

Smoking and Alcohol: Smoking and the consumption of alcohol are not permitted on the premises, in company vehicles, nor during Festival events. 

Always representing the festival with pride and excitement.  

Supervision & Chain of Command 

Supervision Received: Perform work under the direction of the Executive Director and Marketing & Events Assistant.

Comply with the established chain of command for work-related issues. 

1. Marketing & Events Assistant  

2. Executive Director  

3. Board of Directors 

Work Schedule 

This position will require flexible working hours that vary week to week, depending on festival events and organizational needs. The role will begin in mid-May and continue through the end of July. The work schedule will average 30–40 hours per week, with the potential for overtime during the festival week. 

Pay: $17 per hour 

Physical & Environmental Requirements 

Physical requirements include sitting or standing for long periods of time. Occasionally lifts, carries, and pushes objects up to 50 lbs. 

Environmental requirements include working indoors and outdoors. Travel in Cedar Rapids metro area will apply (must provide proof of a valid driver’s license). 

Benefits from Freedom Festival 

Support equipment: networked computer, access to e-mail, office printer, copier, etc. 

Mileage ($.76 per mile while doing Festival business) 

Free parking  

Ability to network with high-profile individuals in the community 

Mission Statement 

The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival Inc., a nonprofit organization, that celebrates the quality of life in Eastern Iowa by providing safe, affordable and fun annual events that embody the spirit of patriotism and the sense of community and family. 

Contact Information 

Brittany Barnhart – Executive Director  

brittany@freedomfestival.com 

51 1st Ave Bridge 

Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401 

Email resume and references to apply.