Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Water Music Publishing
Job overview
The A&R Internship at Water Music Publishing supports the Artist & Repertoire team by scouting new talent and assisting in artist development, contributing to the company's music production and talent initiatives.
Responsibilities and impact
The intern will research new artists, maintain artist databases, collaborate with marketing and operations teams, create weekly scouting reports, and support additional company tasks.
Compensation and benefits
This is an unpaid part-time internship position with no salary or benefits mentioned.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a passion for music, strong communication skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, basic music production knowledge, and preferably experience or enrollment in a music-related program.
Company information
Water Music Publishing is a music publishing, management, and production company founded in 2004, recognized with awards including an ASCAP award, an Emmy nomination, and a Grammy.
Job location and travel
The internship is on-site in Clifton, NJ at Water Music Publishing.
Unique job features
The internship offers hands-on experience in talent scouting, artist development, and music production within an award-winning music company.
Company overview
Water Music Publishing is a music publishing company specializing in the acquisition, management, and licensing of music rights across various genres. They generate revenue by representing songwriters, composers, and their catalogs, ensuring royalties are collected from performances, recordings, and other uses while securing licensing deals for media, advertising, and entertainment projects. Known for their innovative approach to music rights management, they have built a reputation for fostering creative partnerships and supporting emerging talent. Candidates should note their emphasis on both traditional and digital music platforms, reflecting their adaptability in the evolving music industry.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your passion for music, knowledge of music production, and any experience or coursework related to talent scouting or artist development, as these are key for the A&R Internship at Water Music Publishing.
Emphasize your ability to work collaboratively across teams, your strong communication skills, and your experience managing data or research projects, which align with responsibilities like database management and reporting.
Apply through multiple platforms including Water Music Publishing’s official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this competitive internship.
Connect with current or former employees in the A&R or artist development divisions on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as asking about their favorite recent artist discovery or how they approach scouting new talent in today’s digital landscape.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'talent scouting,' 'artist development,' 'music production,' 'database management,' and 'team collaboration' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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