Current Openings

Social Media / Communications Manager

Full-Time Position – Immediate Opening

About Amdur Productions

Amdur Productions is a Chicago-area art festival and event production company seeking a high-energy, arts-loving professional to join our team. This role plays a key part in promoting our events, communicating with artists and the public, and building attendance and art sales. Expected to work weekends and holidays during the summer.

Primary Goal: Manage communications with artists and the public through e-blasts and social media

Secondary Goal: Promote festivals and events to increase attendance and encourage art buying

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Office Responsibilities

Social Media & Digital Communications

  • Develop and post content including sizzle reels, raffles, award winners, event recaps, Facebook events, and live posting during events
  • Share event information with relevant Facebook groups, and create paid online advertising for each festival, coordinating with graphics provided by the Graphic Designer
  • Answer office phone, manage voicemail, and monitor general information email

E-Blast & Email Marketing

  • Public Communications
    • Create and distribute e-blasts to our festival attendees, including monthly newsletters, Tuesday festival previews, Friday Forecast, Save-the-Date announcements, and “Tickets on Sale” campaigns
  • Artist Communications
    • Create and distribute e-blasts for our artist community, including calls for artists, application and registration information, boot camp info & artist newsletters

Public Relations (PR) Support

  • Adapt press releases as needed
  • Organize artists and artwork for media coverage on the news
  • Attend news stations for production when required
  • Send event information to chambers of commerce and municipalities
  • Create and maintain a media book for PR and graphic design

Marketing & Promotions

  • Develop ticket sales campaigns for the Gold Coast Art Fair, indoor shows and other events as needed
  • Coordinate with printers for marketing collateral, including posters, signs, and gift cards
  • Prepare and distribute festival posters
  • Prepare artist credentials

Website Management

  • Update our homepage, blog posts, sliders, logos and event information, including the Artist Exchange

On-Site Responsibilities

  • Take photos and videos at festivals
  • Capture booth images for artists
  • Live post from events and edit B-roll footage
  • Manage gift card reimbursements and poster giveaways
  • Coordinate on-site marketing efforts with sponsorship manager

Skills & Qualifications

  • Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok (required)
  • Knowledge of Google Suite, WordPress, and MailChimp (or willingness to learn)
  • Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-driven environment
  • Experience in event planning or production preferred

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. To apply, please submit your resume through the application below or email it to [email protected]

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Internships

Calling all aspiring event professionals! Amdur Productions is looking for passionate, energetic, and well-organized individuals to join our team for the 2025 Art Festival Season (April – October). These paid internships are the perfect way to build your resume, gain hands-on experience, and earn college credit while immersing yourself in the vibrant world of art festivals.

About our Internships

Our summer internships are a mix of office pre-production work and on-site event management. As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in every aspect of event planning and execution—from creating artist welcome packets to setting up special features at festivals. Whether your interests lie in artist management, event logistics, or field operations, we have the perfect role for you.

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Internship Positions

1. Art Festival Artist Management Intern

Do you love connecting with creative people? The Artist Management Internship focuses on working directly with the incredible artists who participate in our art festivals. You’ll work to ensure their festival experience is seamless and enjoyable.

What You’ll Do:

  • Communicate with artists via phone and email to answer questions and provide updates.
  • Manage artist databases, including applications, registrations, and payments.
  • Assist in preparing artist set-up information and marking artist booth spots.
  • Welcome and credential artists during festival setup.
  • Booth-sit for artists and ensure their needs are met during festivals.

view Full Job Description and apply HERE

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2. Art Festival Management Intern

Are you a master organizer with a knack for logistics? The Art Festival Management Internship gives you the opportunity to manage key aspects of festival production, from behind-the-scenes planning to on-the-ground coordination.

What You’ll Do:

  • Assist with festival equipment orders, maps, and vendor communications.
  • Update our website with event details and artist information.
  • Help with email and phone communications to local entities and participants.
  • Coordinate with food vendors and other third-party providers.
  • Assist with marketing marketing as needed.

view Full Job Description and apply HERE

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3. Art Festival Operations Intern

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy being in the thick of the action? The Art Festival Operations Internship is for those who want to see the tangible results of their hard work by bringing festivals to life on-site.

What You’ll Do:

  • Prepare the event site for artist and vendor load-in.
  • Assist with festival setup, including tents, tables, and signage.
  • Distribute event posters and directionals for each festival.
  • Staff information booths and special feature areas during festivals.
  • Help coordinate load-out and site teardown post-event.

view Full Job Description and apply HERE

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Why Join Us?

Here’s what you’ll gain as an Amdur Productions intern:

  • Hands-on experience in event production from planning through execution.
  • Insights into the art world, including various mediums and artist processes.
  • Communication and problem-solving skills that will serve you in any career.
  • Confidence working with a diverse group of artists, vendors, and the public.
  • Memories of summer spent outdoors at some of the Midwest’s most iconic festivals.

 

Qualifications

  • Must be available to work in the Chicago area for a minimum of 8 weeks.
  • Weekend and weekday availability is required.
  • Comfortable standing and being outdoors for extended periods, in all weather conditions.
  • Proficient in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive). Experience with Airtable or Mailchimp is a plus.
  • Enthusiastic, friendly attitude and a desire to work as part of a team.

 

How to Apply

Applications for Summer 2025 are live! View all open positions here! Email us at [email protected] with any questions. Don’t miss this chance to be part of an exciting summer filled with art, music, and unforgettable experiences! We plan to hold interviews in April.