Summer Intern - Public Relations

Job Description

WHO ARE YOU?

Do you enjoy dance music? Are you passionate about Public Relations and Communications? Then you're in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the public relations space. If you possess exceptional writing skills and thrive in dynamic environments, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. Is this you? Read on…

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Draft press releases, media pitches, and other written materials to effectively convey essential messages and event details to both the media and internal stakeholders.
• Assist in media relations efforts which include compiling media lists, crafting quotes, and key talking points.
• Monitor all Insomniac press coverage and compile a daily coverage report for the PR team
• Participate in department meetings and conference calls.
• Monitor and respond to emails received at press@insomniac.com
• Manage media requests sent to press@insomniac.com for club shows and festivals
• Manage and maintain the press.insomniac.com site with current festival information
• Assist in media request approvals and denials for all club shows and festivals
• Coordinate with external agencies on tasks such as fact-checking, announcement schedules, and providing accompanying media assets
• Pull photo selects following concerts and branded shows
• Gather and provide data for internal research projects and pitch decks
• Project-manage various other short-term assignments, as assigned
• Perform any other press -related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be 18 years of age and currently enrolled in an accredited college, university or trade school
• Must provide documentation from school that you will be receiving college credit for the internship
• Preferred candidates will be studying Public Relations/Communications, English, and/or entertainment-industry majors, preferably in at least their junior year of college.
• Previous internship or work experience in public relations and communications is a plus
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using Google Drive is highly preferred
• Must be able to work out of Calabasas, CA office at least 2-3 days a week for 6+ hours per day
• Typical commitment is 18-24 hours per week
• Must have deep understanding of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok)
• Must be motivated with an ''Everything is possible'' attitude
• Must be an active problem solver, instilled with a sense of urgency for projects large and small
• Knowledge of dance music and Insomniac's brands

WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
• May work in drastic temperature climates
• Must be willing to work during evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines

Applicants for employment in the US must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rb0qwk-18-217-220-114-42 in your application.