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Royalty Analyst

Nashville, TN · On-site +1

$58K - $65K/yr

... publishers, and merchandising companies, on behalf of clients that include Multi-Platinum and ... Education or internship experience within music or business management, entertainment, or royalties ...

Royalty Analyst

New York, NY · On-site +1

$58K - $65K/yr

... publishers, and merchandising companies, on behalf of clients that include Multi-Platinum and ... Education or internship experience within music or business management, entertainment, or royalties ...

Royalty Analyst

New York, NY · On-site +1

$58K - $65K/yr

... publishers, and merchandising companies, on behalf of clients that include Multi-Platinum and ... Education or internship experience within music or business management, entertainment, or royalties ...

Social Media Intern

Fullerton, CA

$15.75 - $20/hr

Offering a wide range of compelling dance and music content across live and digital media channels ... This is a non-paid internship. Responsibilities: Publishing and moderating social content including ...

Summer Intern

Albany, NY · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

... publishers combined ... Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music ...

Summer Intern

Latham, NY · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

... publishers combined ... Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music ...

$50/hr

... internship will have the potential to be applied in film, game , and music production across ... Your goal will be to publish your findings in a top-tier conference. You are expected to be self ...

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How much do music publishing internships jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for music publishing internships in the United States is $29.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $34.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a music publishing internship?

Music publishing internships are temporary positions offered by music publishing companies, where interns gain hands-on experience in the business side of the music industry. Interns may assist with tasks such as song registration, royalty tracking, licensing, and catalog management. These internships provide valuable exposure to how songs are managed, promoted, and monetized, and often include opportunities to network with industry professionals. They are ideal for students or recent graduates interested in pursuing a career in music publishing or related fields.

What types of projects and tasks can I expect to work on during a music publishing internship?

As a music publishing intern, you'll typically assist with a variety of tasks such as catalog management, researching song metadata, supporting copyright registration, and helping to process licensing requests. You may also have opportunities to sit in on meetings with songwriters, coordinate with the A&R team, and help prepare royalty statements. This hands-on experience offers a comprehensive view of how music publishing companies operate and provides valuable networking opportunities within the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a music publishing intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Music Publishing Intern, you need a strong understanding of music industry fundamentals, copyright basics, and administrative skills, often supported by coursework in music business or related fields. Familiarity with music licensing databases, spreadsheet software, and digital rights management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication set standout interns apart. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate music catalog management, successful rights tracking, and smooth coordination within publishing teams.
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Infographic showing various Music Publishing Internships job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 52% Full Time, 46% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,196 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

Insomniac - Paid Fall Music Group Marketing Intern

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Calabasas, CA • On-site

$16 - $21.25/hr

Part-time

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Job description

Job Summary:

WHO ARE YOU?

Do you enjoy dance music? Are you passionate about Public Relations and Record Labels? 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. Is this you? Read on...

WHO ARE WE?

Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.

Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world's largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.

THE ROLE

Insomniac Events is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Insomniac Music Group Marketing Intern to join the records team in Calabasas, CA. This position will be hands-on experience in an exciting, fast-paced, friendly and inspired setting. This position reports to the Marketing Manager, Insomniac Music Group. This is a paid internship and not a remote position.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist in managing the social media content calendar and scheduling posts across designated label channels
  • Develop, curate, and publish engaging content for platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Twitter/X, and YouTube Shorts
  • Create and post regular content for TikTok, staying aligned with current trends and platform best practices
  • Conduct research on emerging social media trends, platform updates, and audience engagement strategies
  • Contribute content ideas and creative strategies for artists on the label roster
  • Contribute to the development and upkeep of Insomniac Music Group's influencer database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records
  • Provide support for ongoing marketing campaigns
  • Research and gather data to support internal projects and marketing outreach efforts
  • Shadow brand activation efforts at festivals, helping capture onsite content and contributing to brand awareness initiatives
  • Work closely with the label team to assist with day-to-day operations and various label-related functions
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must be 18 years of age and currently enrolled in an accredited college, university or trade school
  • Must be able to work out of Calabasas, CA office
  • Typical commitment is 16-29 hours per week
  • 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 willing to travel to work during holidays, evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines
  • Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels and drastic temperature climates while working on site at various event location
  • Must be able to work in open concept office space

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

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.


Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.

We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Insomniac will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Insomniac also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Insomniac will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

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.

Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.

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The expected compensation for this position in California is:

$18.00 USD Hourly

**Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the California Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements Law. It is estimated based on what a successful California applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in California or perform the position from California. Similar positions located outside of California will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Insomniac takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the California Law, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

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The expected compensation for this position is:

$16.90 USD - $18.00 USD Hourly

** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.


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