Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Concord
Job overview
The A&R Research Intern at Concord supports the A&R team by analyzing music data to identify emerging talent and trends, contributing to the company's music publishing success.
Responsibilities and impact
The intern will analyze data from Spotify, TikTok, and Instagram, review Billboard charts, track Concord artist releases, research new data analytics methods, attend team meetings, and support the A&R Research team.
Compensation and benefits
This is a paid, part-time internship requiring up to 20 hours per week, with in-person work in Nashville during the Fall Internship Program from September 16 to November 21.
Experience and skills
Candidates need strong analytical skills and must be located in or near Nashville, able to commit to the internship schedule; no other specific experience is required.
Career development
The internship offers mentorship, professional skill enhancement, industry knowledge expansion, and networking opportunities within the music industry.
Work environment and culture
Concord values diversity, inclusion, and equity, fostering a supportive environment for creative work in music, theater, and film.
Company information
Concord is a leading independent music company with a large catalog of creative rights and offices worldwide, supporting over 125,000 artists and songwriters globally.
Team overview
The intern will join the A&R Research team and collaborate closely with the broader A&R team through weekly meetings and ongoing support.
Job location and travel
The internship is an in-person role based in Nashville, Tennessee, requiring physical presence in the office.
Unique job features
The internship provides unique exposure to modern music data analytics and emerging trends in the music industry, including engagement with major platforms like Spotify and TikTok.
Company overview
Concord is a leading contract management platform that helps businesses streamline their contract lifecycle processes. They make money through a subscription-based model, offering various pricing tiers based on the number of users and features required. Founded in 2014, Concord has grown rapidly by focusing on ease of use, robust integrations with other business tools, and a strong emphasis on security and compliance. Their platform is designed to simplify contract creation, negotiation, and execution, making it a valuable tool for legal, sales, and procurement teams.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your analytical skills and familiarity with music data platforms like Spotify, TikTok, and Instagram, as these are central to the A&R Research Intern role at Concord.
Emphasize any experience or coursework related to data analysis, trend identification, and music industry knowledge, particularly with emerging artists and chart performance.
Apply through multiple channels including Concord's official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this internship.
Connect with current or former Concord A&R team members on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent artist signings or expressing enthusiasm for Concord's innovative use of social media data in music scouting.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'A&R research,' 'data analytics,' 'Spotify,' 'TikTok,' 'Billboard charts,' and 'emerging artists' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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