Category: Artist/Label Services

Reports To: Director of A&R
Type: Internship (Paid / Unpaid – SCHOOL CREDIT)
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated A&R & Business Development Intern to support our A&R team in artist discovery, outreach, and meeting coordination. This role is ideal for someone passionate about music, talent discovery, and the business side of the music industry. You will play a key role in identifying emerging and established artists, initiating contact, and scheduling meetings with the Director of A&R.
Key Responsibilities
• Discover and review music across platforms, with a strong focus on Spotify
• Identify artists with high monthly listeners, strong engagement, and growth potential
• Research artists, labels, and management teams to identify key decision-makers
• Conduct outreach via email and social media (Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, etc.)
• Initiate conversations with artists or their management to introduce the company
• Qualify interest and book meetings directly on the Director of A&R’s calendar
• Maintain organized records of outreach, responses, and scheduled meetings
• Track artist metrics (monthly listeners, playlist placements, social engagement)
• Support A&R and business development initiatives as needed
Qualifications
• Strong passion for music and artist development
• Familiarity with Spotify, social media platforms, and digital music trends
• Excellent written communication and professional outreach skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable conducting outreach and follow-ups independently
• Ability to research and analyze artist data and streaming metrics
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven
• Prior experience in music, A&R, marketing, or business development is a plus (not required)
What You’ll Gain
• Hands-on experience in A&R and music business development
• Direct exposure to artist discovery and deal-sourcing processes
• Experience communicating with artists, managers, and industry professionals
• Mentorship from the Director of A&R
• Opportunity to build a strong network within the music industry
Ideal Candidate
You are someone who is constantly discovering new music, understands what makes an artist stand out, and isn’t afraid to reach out and start conversations. You’re organized, professional, and excited to help bring new talent into the company.