A&R Operations Intern

Create Music Group

About The Position

The A&R Operations Intern will support the A&R and Operations teams in managing the administrative and operational workflow of music releases. This role provides hands-on exposure to deal tracking, metadata management, producer and sample clearance processes, and cross-functional coordination with Legal, Finance, and Project Management. The intern will assist in ensuring that releases are properly documented, cleared, and ready for distribution. This is an unpaid, part-time internship designed for current students receiving college credit. Interns must be eligible to work in the U.S. and available for 10–20 hours per week over a 3–4 month term.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Basic understanding of the music industry (artists, producers, releases)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs) or Microsoft Excel
Interest in music operations, publishing, and digital distribution
Currently enrolled in a University or other academic program (Business, Music Business, or related field preferred)
Interns must be eligible to work in the U.S. and available for 10–20 hours per week over a 3–4 month term.

Nice To Haves

Prior internship or experience in music, media, or administrative roles is a plus
Familiarity with DSPs (Spotify, Apple Music, etc.) is a plus
Exposure to music publishing, licensing, or metadata management is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist in tracking and updating deal information within internal systems (e.g., Salesforce, spreadsheets)
Support the intake and organization of project and release information, including artist, producer, and song metadata
Help monitor producer, side-artist, and sample clearance statuses to ensure compliance prior to release
Conduct basic research on agreements, splits, and rights ownership to support A&R Admin and Legal teams
Assist in preparing internal summaries of deals, including key terms and rights structures
Help identify missing or inconsistent data and flag issues to the appropriate teams
Support cross-functional communication between A&R, Legal, Finance, and Project Management teams
Assist with organizing documentation and maintaining accurate records of agreements and releases
Provide general administrative support for A&R and Operations workflows
Perform other related duties as assigned