Spring 2024 Intern - Label A&R

Roc Nation

Nov 25, 2023

Applications are closed

Internship
Part-time
Off-cycle Internship
Media & Journalism
Los Angeles

Requirements

Must be a current student, enrolled in a Bachelor’s/Master’s program at an accredited college or university
Must be eligible to receive academic credit from their college or university for the duration of the internship
Prospective interns should have a basic understanding of the music industry and A&R, but still be eager to learn more about the day-to-day process behind it all
Interest in pursuing a career in artists and repertoire (A&R)
Prospective interns must LOVE listening to indie and unsigned artists
Skills must include basic Microsoft Office and Internet research
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, writing and organizational skills required
Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Must be proactive, detailed oriented, and possess good follow-through while adhering to deadlines. Strong organizational skills are preferred
Must be able to multitask and prioritize tasks sufficiently while working independently. Candidates must be reliable and have good time management skills
Candidates must have experience handling confidential information
Experience as a songwriter, performer, producer, engineer, etc is a plus

Responsibilities

Interns are responsible for researching new artists through a variety of means, e.g., shows, radio play, blogs, charts, demos, word-of-mouth, etc.
Coordinate detailed bi-weekly A&R research reports and other scouting projects
Monitor and report on various charts domestically and internationally
Complete various tasks for the A&R admin manager to include tracking album status charts, transcribing and reviewing lyrics, reviewing clean audio
Assist and participate in coordination of record production. Work with mixing and mastering engineers, studio managers, and artists throughout the process
Cover studio sessions
Assist with all other day-to-day administrative tasks to ensure artist projects are complete and submitted on time

Roc Nation

Creating and supporting careers in every aspect of entertainment.

Entertainment & Media

Industry

51-200

Employees

Mission & Purpose

Roc Nation Since its founding in 2008, Roc Nation has grown into the world’s preeminent entertainment company. We work in every aspect of modern entertainment—with recording artists and producers, songwriters and athletes. Our client list includes some of the world’s most recognizable names: from Rihanna, Megan Thee Stallion, J. Cole, and Big Sean to LaMelo Ball, Kevin De Bruyne and Robinson Cano. We are a full-service organization, supporting our diverse roster of talent via artist management, music publishing, touring, production, strategic brand development and beyond. Roc Nation houses a TV/Film Division, which won a 2018 Peabody for the docu-series “Time: The Kalief Browder Story” and the critically acclaimed “Rest In Power: The Trayvon Martin Story.” Roc Nation has partnerships with the world’s leading experts in artist management, technology, fashion, and philanthropy, redefining the business of entertainment. Roc Nation Sports Roc Nation Sports, a division of Roc Nation, launched in spring 2013. The roster includes premiere athletes such as Robinson Cano, Skylar Diggins-Smith, LaMelo Ball, Jaire Alexander, Dez Bryant, Jazz Chisholm, Kevin De Bruyne, Todd Gurley, Danny Green, and Rudy Gay. Roc Nation Sports focuses on elevating athletes’ careers globally both on and off the field by fully conceptualizing and executing marketing and endorsement deals, community outreach, philanthropic endeavors, media relations and brand strategy. Roc Nation Sports launched its boxing division, a full service promotional company, in August 2014.