Spring Nashville Creative Marketing Internship

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 8,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

mtheory is seeking a Creative Marketing Intern in Nashville to support day-to-day marketing needs for our roster of artists. You will create engaging digital content, with a strong emphasis on graphic design, social media visuals, and basic video edits using CapCut or Canva.

The role values initiative, a passion for music, and collaboration with marketing associates and client managers. The internship is part-time (up to 15 hours per week) for 15 weeks, January 11, 2027 to April 23, 2027, with

Qualifications

• Passion for music industry storytelling.
• Proficient in graphic design, especially Photoshop.
• Basic video editing skills (CapCut or similar).
• Energetic, proactive and able to take direction.
• Self-starter and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit content for our roster of artists.
• Heavy focus on graphic design and creation.
• Support branding efforts for mtheory clients.
• Attend meetings and brainstorm sessions.

Skills

Graphic design

Video editing

Adobe Photoshop

Canva

Strong communication

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in marketing/arts/communications

Tools

CapCut

Adobe Photoshop

Canva

Job description

Location: Nashville, TN

Position Type: Part-time Internship

Internship Length: January 11th, 2027 - April 23rd, 2027

This internship is a fixed-term position lasting 15 weeks, with a maximum of 15 hours per week. It does not guarantee extension or continued employment beyond the program. Candidates must be available for the full duration of the program.

About Us

mtheory provides artist managers and artists with services, support, and capabilities across a wide range of disciplines, including marketing, touring, live event production, financing, digital services, and label services. Some of our manager clients include The Gray Slate (Blackberry Smoke), Amanda Quinton (Ashley Monroe, Tenille Townes, Fancy Hagood) and artists including Jo Dee Messina, Underoath, Em Beihold and many more. Based in New York and Nashville, mtheory offers artist managers a platform to build their businesses and enhance their artists' careers.

Our ideal Creative Marketing Intern is creative, proactive, and passionate about storytelling within the music industry. This individual is excited to develop engaging digital content that helps artists connect with their audiences across social and streaming platforms. They have an eye for visual and written content, enjoy brainstorming campaign ideas, and are eager to support marketing initiatives through graphic design, video editing, and trend-aware content creation. A strong interest in artist development, fan engagement, and the evolving digital landscape of music marketing is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Supporting mtheory's marketing associates, and client managers with day-to-day needs
• Create and edit content for our roster of artists
• Heavy focus on graphic design and creation
• General branding exercises for mtheory clients
• Attend and participate in meetings and brainstorming sessions
• Conduct vital artist research, including social network analysis, music platform analysis, touring history analysis, and online properties analysis
• Participate in marketing meetings, mapping out artists' creative and social media campaigns

Preferred Skills

• Passionate about music of all genres
• Proficient in graphic design, especially Adobe Photoshop, plus basic familiarity with video editing (e.g. CapCut or similar software) and design tools like Canva
• High energy, positive attitude, enthusiasm and a desire to learn
• A self-starter who can take direction but work independently
• Familiarity with investigative analysis and brainstorming content ideas
• Previous internship experience in the industry is beneficial

Position Information

Internship is part-time; college credit is available, but not required

Internship is paid at the minimum wage of the state in which the office the intern is working in

Access to a computer and reliable internet connection is required for this position