Artist Public Relations Intern

Title/Position: Public Relations Intern (Unpaid) Location: New York / Los Angeles / Remote Details: Dark Matter Media’s Internship Program offers an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience by participating in real-world projects, providing valuable work experience and leadership skills. Responsibilities Monitor, tag, and respond to emails in a timely manner while maintaining an empty inbox. Draft press releases, media pitches, and other communications. Assist in the creation of media outreach lists, guestlists, itineraries, and calendar invites. Assist in media relations efforts by researching and updating media and contact lists. Assist in monitoring client press coverage by compiling daily coverage roundups, logging editorial coverage, creating quote sheets, and updating press reports. Gather data including streaming metrics, press quotes, and key talking points for onesheets and internal research projects. Assist with social media monitoring and maintenance of the Dark Matter Media website ensuring current client information is up to date. Project-manage various short-term assignments as assigned. Participate in daily team calls. Qualifications 18 years of age [Required] and ideally enrolled in an accredited college, university or trade school. Preferred candidates will be studying Public Relations/Communications, Journalism, English, and/or entertainment-industry majors, preferably in at least their junior year of college. Able to work out of our New York City office at least 2 days a week for 6 hours per day. Motivated self-starter and active problem solver with excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills. Work well on teams and collaborative efforts while prioritizing and completing tasks with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment. Deep understanding of new and legacy media, the contemporary music and entertainment landscape, and Dark Matter Media’s client roster. Proficiency with Google Suite (Gmail, Drive, & Google Calendar)—Notion and Mailchimp a plus. Previous internship or work experience in public relations and communications is a plus. Work Environment Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when interfacing with talent and executives. Possess strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Take directions and be proactive about asking questions if anything is unclear. Able to work in open concept office space and remain focused on detail oriented activities. Salary/Benefits This is an unpaid position for Academic Credit Dark Matter Media offers training from senior staff as well as real world Music Industry and Public Relations experience through the contribution to major projects and campaigns. How to Apply Submit one-page PDF resume listing your recent experience, skills, and references along with a brief explanation of why your background and experience make you a good candidate for our program to team@darkpr.com. Please also include your per-day hours of availability and a list of 5 to 10 new and/or up-and-coming artists who you’re currently listening to as well as 5 to 10 media outlets and/or journalists whose taste you identify with or whom you enjoy reading. Hiring Practices The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Dark Matter Media recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Dark Matter Media may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms. Dark Matter Media will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Dark Matter Media affiliated email domains. Additional Information Dark Matter Media is proud to support a culture of creativity and excellence while remaining steadfastly committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity for all applicants, ensuring that hiring practices are free from discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, religious creed, family and medical care leave, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, medical conditions, genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin, citizenship, race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and any other protected status under applicable laws. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. Internship Schedule Summer –May 1st through August 31st Application Deadline 03/31 #J-18808-Ljbffr