A&R (Artists & Repertoire)

LaAurora; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 10,800 - 13,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote in DC

Paid opportunities after 6–12 months

Job summary

La'Aurora in Washington, DC is seeking a motivated A&R Intern to help discover, develop, and support emerging talent within our youth music and performing arts programs. This internship is ideal for someone passionate about music, artist development, and the entertainment industry.

You will work closely with artists, producers, coaches, choreographers, and leaders to shape artists into confident, performance-ready professionals.

Qualifications

• Passion for music, entertainment, and artist development.
• Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Discover and evaluate emerging singers, rappers, musicians, producers, dancers, and performers.
• Assist in identifying artists with strong creative and commercial potential.
• Support artist development plans and career growth strategies.
• Coordinate auditions, showcases, rehearsals, recording sessions, and live performances.
• Provide constructive feedback on vocals, songwriting, performance, branding, and stage presence.

Skills

Music passion

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring youth

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic Pro

Ableton Live

FL Studio

GarageBand

Job description

About Us We are building a high-impact nonprofit that empowers youth through STEM, education, performance arts, film, and media by providing real opportunities to grow, create, and lead. Led by a touring hip-hop dancer, model, and performance artist, La'Aurora connects young people with mentorship, hands-on learning, and creative experiences that prepare them for successful futures. Our vision is to become a premier Youth Innovation, Education, Performing Arts, Film & Media Institute, creating pathways into higher education, entrepreneurship, entertainment, technology, media, and the creative industries. The La'Aurora Music Division develops emerging singers, rappers, musicians, producers, songwriters, and performers by providing artist development, performance opportunities, and industry mentorship. Built for Impact. Driven by Youth. Where Hustle Meets Opportunity.

Position Overview: La'Aurora is seeking a motivated and creative Artists & Repertoire (A&R) Intern to help discover, develop, and support emerging talent within our youth music and performing arts programs. This internship is ideal for someone passionate about music, artist development, talent scouting, songwriting, music production, branding, and the entertainment industry. The A&R Intern will work closely with artists, producers, vocal coaches, choreographers, and executive leadership to help shape artists into confident, performance-ready professionals. Outstanding interns may transition into paid A&R or Artist Development positions within 6-12 months, based on performance and organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Discover and evaluate emerging singers, rappers, musicians, producers, dancers, and performers.
• Assist in identifying artists with strong creative and commercial potential.
• Support artist development plans and career growth strategies.
• Coordinate auditions, showcases, rehearsals, recording sessions, and live performances.
• Provide constructive feedback on vocals, songwriting, performance, branding, and stage presence.
• Collaborate with producers, songwriters, choreographers, vocal coaches, and media teams.
• Help match artists with producers, writers, musicians, and creative collaborators.
• Assist with demo reviews and music submissions.
• Help organize talent showcases and artist development workshops.
• Support creative direction for performances, music videos, branding, and promotional content.
• Research current music industry trends across multiple genres.
• Maintain organized artist files, development notes, and project timelines.

Artist Development Responsibilities

• Artist branding and image development
• Stage presence and live performance
• Vocal development
• Song selection
• Songwriting
• Music production
• Performance coaching
• Choreography collaboration
• Recording preparation
• Professional etiquette
• Career planning
• Social media branding
• Portfolio development

Talent Scouting

Candidates should have an eye for identifying potential in:

• Vocalists
• Rappers
• Singer-songwriters
• Bands
• Producers
• DJs
• Instrumentalists
• Spoken-word artists
• Dancers
• Creative performers

Music Industry Knowledge

Preferred knowledge includes:

• Music publishing
• Copyright basics
• Music licensing
• Distribution platforms
• Streaming services
• Artist contracts
• Music marketing
• Release strategies
• Digital branding
• Entertainment business fundamentals

Qualifications

• Passion for music, entertainment, and artist development.
• Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to recognize artistic potential and provide constructive feedback.
• Comfortable working with diverse artists and creative teams.
• Reliable, professional, and collaborative.
• Passion for mentoring youth and helping emerging artists succeed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a musician, vocalist, rapper, songwriter, producer, or performer.
• Experience in artist management, talent scouting, music production, or event coordination.
• Knowledge of recording studios and the music production process.
• Understanding of branding, social media, and music marketing.
• Experience organizing showcases, auditions, or live performances.
• Familiarity with DAWs such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, or GarageBand is a plus.

What You'll Gain

Hands-on experience in A&R and artist development.

Experience discovering and mentoring emerging talent.

Opportunities to work alongside producers, performers, choreographers, vocal coaches, and media professionals.

Real-world experience in talent scouting, music production, branding, and live entertainment.

Portfolio-building opportunities through showcases, recording projects, and artist campaigns.

Professional networking within the music, entertainment, nonprofit, and media industries.

Eligibility for paid A&R or Artist Development opportunities within 6-12 months, based on performance, leadership, and organizational growth.

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who has a passion for discovering talent and helping artists reach their full potential. You should be creative, organized, and excited to work with young performers as they grow into confident musicians, entertainers, and future industry leaders. If you enjoy identifying raw talent, developing artists, building creative teams, and shaping the future of music, we'd love for you to join La'Aurora's growing Artist Development team.

Pay: Up to $12,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20020.