State Fair Booth Crew

The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country amongst regional and national peers. Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota. It is also a company under transformation - realigning its core purpose for a new age of media consumption through innovative new partnerships, technology strategies, and a refreshed strategic direction. Our company has a new vision to create the leading model for local news in America - driving innovation in media to make every Minnesotan's life better. We're looking for dynamic leaders to help create that model. We're excited to work with people who care about journalism and democracy and are eager to re-invent one of our state's most trusted companies for a completely new era of growth that embraces new technologies and strategies for excellence.

Job Summary:

Star Tribune is looking for several individuals to join our Event/State Fair Booth Team, May 23 through 26, and August 22 through September 2, plus a four-hour training session prior to the Fair. Tasks will include selling Star Tribune merchandise, interacting with fairgoers, providing Star Tribune information, maintaining newspaper racks and keeping the booth and surrounding area clean.

We are looking for people who:

• Have great customer service skills
• Enjoy interacting with Star Tribune readers and fans
• Can work doing sales in a counter-high booth for up to 6 hours/day
• Can work a minimum of 10 days during the 12-day run of the August Fair, including weekends
• Can cover shifts that start at 8:45 a.m. and run as late as 9:30 p.m.
• Have the ability to lift 20-40 lbs. (newspaper bundles and merchandise boxes)
• Are at least 18 years of age
• Can work independently and in a team environment
• Have great communication skills
• Are flexible and adaptable

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you're interested in this role but don't meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. The Star Tribune is dedicated to fostering a more diverse and inclusive workplace, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.