Community Engagement Intern, New York, NY

Be part of the launch of the first membership based community of outdoor enthusiasts in New York City. In this role, you will work directly with OutdoorFest Founder Sarah Knapp in creating a prototype community in New York City. Your role will include, planning and producing local events, securing member benefits with local partners, and spearheading a communication strategy to promote the new program. 

This is a great role for a student interested in digital community infrastructure, event production and communication and marketing. 

About Mappy Hour (a division of OutdoorFest)

Started in New York City in 2014, Mappy Hour offers monthly events to urban dwelling outdoor enthusiasts looking to connect and learn. Our 10 chapters, across North America provide meet-ups, field trips, and education content to inspire outdoor recreation and include urban populations in the increasingly popular outdoor world. From panels to presentations, hikes to campouts, the Mappy Hour community proves you can live in the city and love the outdoors. 

Qualifications

  • Social media acumen 

  • Clear and respectful communication

  • Interest in deep diving into best practices in community management both digitally and at in-person events

  • 21+ only due to the inclusion of alcohol at our events

  • We’re looking for someone who is kind, creative and ready to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. 

  • Extremely organized.

(We are also looking for spring and fall 2020 interns - please apply here and specify your ability)

Compensation: Stipend based on length of engagement.

To apply, send your resume and email about why you would rock this to sarah@outdoorfest.com.

About OutdoorFest

The mission of OutdoorFest is to connect urban dwellers to local outdoor resources to encourage healthier, active, and more adventurous lifestyles through our monthly Mappy Hour.org ™ meet-ups and annual festivals. OutdoorFest LLC also owns green travel publication offMetro.com, which has bene lauded by Lonely Planet as one of the “top 11 most reliable websites in responsible travel.”

Production Coordinator, New York, NY

OutdoorFest LLC is hiring a part time production coordinator based in New York City. The coordinator will be responsible for producing our marquee festival in June and our 2 day campout in October. The coordinator will also play a key role in elevating the stories of local outdoor recreation opportunities, leaders and our members through social media strategy and execution. 

This position requires 15 hours / week with additional hours around the key events. This position is virtual with bi-weekly in-person check-ins. 

About OutdoorFest

OutdoorFest is a community of urban dwelling outdoor enthusiasts. We aim to encourage and support urban dwellers across the country in finding and participating in outdoor recreation through our monthly Mappy Hour events and our annual OutdoorFest festival. 

We believe the outdoors is for everyone and that you can live in the city and love the outdoors. 

Requirements:

Event Production

  • Key event logistics ranging from coordinating food and beverage to confirming group activity providers

  • Be the key point of contact for vendors and partners

  • Facilitate a run of show, communicated to all stakeholders, including volunteers

Event Communication

  • Clearly ensure all event attendees have questions answered and are prepared for event

  • Manage event marketing through owned channels (social, newsletter, web)

  • Orchestrate post event recaps, photo/video and feedback

Content Creation

  • Manage strategy and execution of social media profiles across OutdoorFest portfolio (includes both Mappy Hour and Outdoorfest brand channels on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube)

  • Monthly blog posts highlighting key resources and  inspiration from our members

  • Create weekly newsletters with updates

Qualifications

  • Extremely detail oriented, love for spreadsheets

  • Clear and respectful communication, including strong writing ability

  • Ability to stay calm under pressure and think on their feet

  • Familiarity with social channels listed above

  • We’re looking for someone who is kind, creative and ready to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. 

Compensation: $20-$23/hour.

Interested applicants can apply here: https://forms.gle/k3huHvetmxcQKQ9m9

About OutdoorFest

The mission of OutdoorFest is to connect urban dwellers to local outdoor resources to encourage healthier, active, and more adventurous lifestyles through our monthly Mappy Hour.org ™ meet-ups and annual festivals.