Company: KJS Events, Inc.
Address: 11 Huntleigh Court
Location: Saint Charles, MO
Application Deadline: No Deadline
Position: 3 Part-time, Unpaid
Timeframe: 02/04/13 — ? (Flexible)
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Description
KJS Events is a full service meetings and events planning company. We produce corporate meetings and events, event productions, and help clients with brand recognition through promotional items and product placement. On the corporate side we plan and execute ribbon cuttings, corporate meetings, employee events and group dinner parties across the United States. On the events side we work in conjunction with local businesses on social clubs, monthly networking events or special events.
The special events intern position will assist senior planner in the planning, detailing and execution of various events and projects. Intern will act as a liaison between vendor and KJS Events. Social media blogging, posting and research will be a large portion of the job as well. You must have a positive attitude, desire to learn, and willingness to be flexible. And have fun! You will see how our company functions from behind the scenes, and play a large role in contributing to the success of our events and projects.
Responsibilities
• Research trends on all media including blogs, websites, magazines
• Source promotional items and prepare quotes.
• Maintain contact database
• Identify and post all events on area website calendars (Events STL, Chambers, etc.)
• Research and create bi-weekly blog
• Act as liaison between venue and client
• Responsible for social media marketing (Facebook, etc.)
• Coordinate event logistics
• Create and coordinate marketing pieces
• Write and send out public service announcements, press releases
Requirements
• Must be a self starter and able to multi-task – you will be working on different projects at the same time
• Be able to work required internship hours per week (9-12)
• Blogging and social media experience
• Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design experience preferred but not required
• Be able to work in a fast pace environment (with quick turnarounds, etc.)