A&R Discovery Intern

Create Music Group; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Create Music Group is looking for an organized, passionate intern for its TripleThreat division in Los Angeles, CA. This part-time internship offers students hands-on exposure to A&R, marketing, and digital rights, supporting artist discovery.

Applicants must have a love for hip hop, experience with social media, and be able to attend the LA office 2-3 times a week. The internship lasts 3-4 months, providing valuable insights into the modern music industry.

Qualifications

• Current student eligible for a part-time internship.
• Passionate about music/entertainment industry.
• Access to a laptop and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Research new artists and creators using software and personal research.
• Pitch potential signings to the A&R team.
• Assist with marketing and digital rights tasks.

Skills

Passion for hip hop music and culture

Familiarity with social media platforms

Communication skills

Ability to manage time effectively

Tools

Mac OSX

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Established in 2015, Create Music Group is a leading music and entertainment company. The company operates as a record label, distribution company, and entertainment network which generates over 15 billion music streams each month on DSP’s. Named #2 on the Inc 5000 Fastest Growth Companies in America in 2020, the company has grown exponentially by leveraging its owned IP with its media and technology platform. The company works with superstar artists, major and independent record labels, and global media brands. It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse, a digital entertainment brand focused on Gen Z, which has more than 300 million followers across social media. Create Music Group is based in Hollywood, CA and has 400 employees worldwide.

Job Summary

TripleThreat, a fast-growing new division of Create Music Group, is looking for a passionate, organized, and team-oriented intern to join the team. This role will support artist discovery while providing hands‑on exposure to A&R, marketing, and digital rights, offering a unique opportunity to learn the inner workings of a modern music company.

This is a part‑time internship designed for current students for the Summer/Fall 2026 term. Interns must be eligible to work in the U.S. and available for 10–20 hours per week over a 3-4 month period. This is a hybrid‑work role - interns must be able to report to the Los Angeles headquarters 2-3 times per week.

Responsibilities

• A&R Research - Discovering new artists and creators using both software and personal research.
• Gathering data and pitching potential signings to our A&R team.
• Assisting on various marketing and digital rights tasks for our roster.
• Day‑to‑day administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Familiar with and passionate about hip hop music, culture, and content.
• Well-versed in internet culture/social media platforms and enjoys consuming/studying YouTube and TikTok content.
• Driven to pursue a career in the music/entertainment industry, preferably with relevant internship or work experience.
• Team player with great communication skills, and the ability to manage time wisely and stay laser-focused between tasks.
• Must have access to a laptop, headphones, and access to a mode of reliable transportation
• Must be proficient with Mac OSX, Microsoft Office, and Google Apps.
• Start Date: Flexible
• Hybrid role: Must be able to attend in person in the LA office 2-3 times per week
• Length: 3-4 months

In accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories. We evaluate candidates based on their qualifications and the nature of the offense in relation to the job for which they are applying.