A Cappella Records Announces Internship Program
The ACR Internship Program is designed to provide ambitious individuals the opportunity to learn and be a part of the music business. The internship program is a training program, and is geared towards the mentorship and improvement of the participating individuals.
Position Requirements
- Most internships will require ten to fifteen hours per week.
- All interns must have a strong work ethic and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Must work well with others.
Communications Interns
Copywriter
- Description: Draft copy for website, press releases, newsletters, mailings etc.
- Additional Requirements: Strong written communication. Journalism experience is a plus.
- Application: In addition to your resume, please submit samples of your writing (in PDF format).
Editor
- Description: Edit copy for website, press releases, newsletters, mailings, handbooks, email etc.
- Additional Requirements: Strong written communication. Journalism experience is a plus.
- Application: In addition to your resume, please submit edited versions of the following samples (in PDF format): http://www.acappellarecords.com/writingsamples/
Artist Relations
- Description: Answer questions and liaise with potential clients. Maintain communication with signed artists.
- Additional Requirements: Strong written and verbal communication. Approachable, friendly demeanor.
Technology Interns
Web Developer
- Description: Develop and maintain features within the public ACR website, as well as the ACR operational portal.
- Additional Requirements: A working knowledge of several of the following: HTML, PHP, CSS, Flash, JavaScript
- Application: In addition to your resume, please submit samples of your work.
Graphic Designer
- Description: Design ACR promotional materials, fliers, mailings etc. Work closely with the web team to develop and maintain unified online theme.
- Additional Requirements: Working knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator. HTML knowledge is a plus.
- Application: In addition to your resume, please submit samples from your portfolio.
Operations Interns
General Operations
- Description: License incoming albums through major publishing houses and monitor ongoing royalty payments. Prepare artist contracts.
- Additional Requirements: Knowledge of the licensing process is a plus.
Research
- Description: Stay apprised to and write weekly reports on recent developments in the a cappella community, copyright law, distributor policies/programs, new album releases etc.
- Additional Requirements: Applicants will need strong written communication skills. Must be a fast reader.
Other
Assistant to the President
- Description: Answer phones during business hours, take minutes at executive meetings, and additional special projects
- Additional Requirements: This internship will require 20 hours/week. Must live in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Application
- Please submit resumes, cover letters, and additional materials to intern@acappellarecords.com by Friday June 5th.
- Resumes should be in PDF format and cover letters should be in body text.
- Resumes should include at least two references.
- Program Manager: Ross Morey (ross@acappellarecords.com)
