Intern, Communications

The GRAMMY Museum•Santa Monica, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recording Academy, the organization behind the GRAMMY awards, is seeking a Communications Intern to work in its fast-paced, dynamic department. This internship is ideal for students interested in a career in communications within the music industry, with a focus on public relations, media relations, and events. The department requires multi-tasking, professionalism, and a strong desire to learn. The internship duration is for a semester (12 weeks or equivalent) with part-time hours (20-24 hours per week).

Requirements

Currently enrolled in undergraduate program pursuing degree with major in Communications, Journalism, and/or Public Relations
Letter from school stating that intern will receive college credit for the recording academy internship
Possess strong verbal, written and analytical skills
Be a junior, senior or graduate student
Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail
Ability to work as a member of a team
Proficiency in multiple computer applications including Microsoft Office programs
Honesty, trustworthiness, and ability to maintain confidential material and maintain professionalism

Responsibilities

Draft press materials while keeping to brand guidelines
Perform copy editing services as necessary
Develop interesting story angles and fresh content ideas
Pitch genre-specific media, and supply writers with needed assets
Work events on-site, including press conferences, red carpet events, and media rooms
Coordinate event production paperwork and project trackers
Conduct market research
Generate media lists tailored to specific projects
Track press coverage and create media reports