Madison Comeau
Chicago,IL
Summary
Adaptable and detail-oriented recent college graduate currently working with the City of Chicago, where I support the enhancement of cultural initiatives and streamline event operations. Excelled in teamwork and problem-solving, significantly contributing to large-scale projects and community engagement. Skilled in fostering collaboration, I bring creativity and strategic thinking to every challenge.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
DCASE Intern
City of Chicago
05.2024 - Current
- Supported the Cultural Resources Team in Chicago’s “Art is Labor” campaign, assessing applications for grant eligibility, and compiling data in collaboration with the Chicago Department of Public Health
- Assisted the programming team in operations for large-scale events such as Taste of Chicago, Jazz Fest, City Farmers Markets, and the Sundance x City of Chicago partnership
- Collaborated with team of interns to propose an updated accessible wayfinding system for the Chicago Cultural Center
DEI Student Fellow
DePaul University
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Worked with committee to craft initiatives to serve the college’s diverse student body
- Communicated resources to students to foster relationship between students and administration
- Hosted events to receive feedback on inclusion projects
Emergency Management Intern
Amtrak
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Coordinated national-level resource gathering and community building events for over 5,000 front-line employees
- Wrote and edited for large-scale projects such as the Division’s FY 2023 Annual Report
- Served on Communications Board for Notch 8, Amtrak’s women’s resource group by creating email and social media content
Copywriting and Media Intern
Obioma Fashion
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Wrote SEO-compliant blogs for brand website
- Communicated information such as promotional materials creatively through Canva documents
- Formulated emails to coordinate events, discounts, and networking with university groups
- Managed marketing efforts through email campaigns and social media
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Journalism
DePaul University
Chicago, IL12.2024
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Quick Learner
Problem-Solving
Proficient in Canva, Microsoft and Google Suites
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer - Parole Illinois
- Volunteer - DePaul University Think Tank at Stateville Correctional Center
- Tutor - Rohingya Cultural Center
Timeline
DCASE Intern
City of Chicago
05.2024 - Current
Emergency Management Intern
Amtrak
10.2023 - 04.2024
DEI Student Fellow
DePaul University
01.2023 - 07.2024
Copywriting and Media Intern
Obioma Fashion
02.2022 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Journalism
DePaul University
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