Marketing & Communications Intern (Summer 2026)

Bold Hat Productions – Seattle, WA

Paid Internship | Late May 2026 – August 2026

About Bold Hat Productions

Bold Hat Productions is a leading event-production company in the Pacific Northwest, producing iconic community festivals including Fremont Fair, Kirkland Uncorked, Fremont Oktoberfest, South Lake Union Block Party, Lake Chelan Winterfest, and more. We bring people together through culture, creativity, and unforgettable event experiences — and we’re looking for a motivated intern who wants hands-on experience in event marketing, communications, and community engagement.

Position Overview

The Marketing & Communications Intern will support Bold Hat’s marketing director in developing and executing content across social media, vendor communications, and volunteer programs for our summer events. This role is ideal for a student or emerging professional seeking real-world experience in marketing, event production, communications, and nonprofit/community engagement.

You’ll gain hands-on skills in content creation, brand communications, customer engagement, and event operations — all while helping make some of Seattle’s most iconic summer festivals come to life.

Key ResponsibilitiesSocial Media & Content Creation (B2C)

• Assist in developing social media content for Bold Hat’s core events, including Fremont Fair and Kirkland Uncorked
• Draft captions, curate photos/video assets, and support real-time content coverage during event weekends
• Schedule posts across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) and help monitor engagement
• Support brand voice development and brainstorm creative content ideas that resonate with 21–35 year-old audiences

Vendor & Partner Communications (B2B)

• Help manage B2B communications with participating vendors and exhibitors at Fremont Fair and Kirkland Uncorked
• Draft and organize vendor newsletters, updates, deadlines, and operational instructions
• Field vendor inquiries and coordinate logistics information with the event operations team
• Assist with organizing onboarding materials and pre-event communication packets

Volunteer Program Coordination

• Support recruitment and scheduling of volunteers for summer festivals
• Manage volunteer communications, confirmations, and shift reminders
• Assist with on-site volunteer check-in and hospitality during event weekends
• Help document volunteer participation for post-event reporting and community impact summaries

General Event Support

• Assist with various pre-event projects such as signage prep, sponsor deliverables, and administrative tasks
• Participate in on-site production during event weekends (Fremont Fair, Kirkland Uncorked, etc.)

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, journalism, event management, public relations, or a related field
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content principles
• Ability to stay organized, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• A collaborative mindset with willingness to jump in where needed
• Comfort working on-site at outdoor events, sometimes on weekends
• Bonus: Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, social media management tools, or photography/videography

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience building content for large-scale community events
• Hands-on exposure to both B2C and B2B marketing environments
• Experience managing volunteer and vendor communications
• Portfolio-building opportunities in social media and event marketing
• Mentorship from Bold Hat’s marketing leadership
• A front-row seat to how Seattle’s largest summer festivals come together

Compensation & Schedule

• This is a paid internship
• Internship runs from late May 2026 through August 2026
• Hybrid schedule with a mix of remote work, in-office check-ins, and on-site event days
• Expected 15–25 hours per week, with additional hours available during event weekends

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 25.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• What is major are you currently pursuing?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98103