Social Media Marketing Intern (Music Industry)

Job Description

Job Title: Social Media Marketing Intern (Music Industry)

Company: Ignite Music Marketing

Are you a passionate, proactive individual with a deep understanding of social media trends and a love for music? Ignite Music Marketing is seeking a motivated Social Media Marketing Intern to join our dynamic team. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain invaluable experience in the music industry, directly contributing to the growth of artists across TikTok and Instagram.

About the Role

This internship offers real-world experience in building and managing social media accounts, creating engaging content, and understanding the intricate mechanics of online music growth. You won’t just be observing; you’ll be actively involved in real campaigns and artist development.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing and growing multiple TikTok & Instagram accounts: Take ownership of artist profiles, implementing strategies to increase reach and engagement.
• Posting multiple times per day across platforms: Consistently deliver fresh, relevant content to maintain audience interest.
• Editing short-form content in CapCut: Utilize your video editing skills to create captivating and trend-aligned visuals.
• Researching trends, sounds, and viral formats: Stay ahead of the curve by identifying emerging social media phenomena relevant to the music landscape.
• Assisting with content strategy and rollout for music releases: Contribute to the planning and execution of promotional campaigns for new music.
• Supporting UGC and influencer-style campaigns: Help coordinate and amplify user-generated content and collaborate with influencers.
• Tracking performance and identifying what’s working: Analyze data to understand content effectiveness and optimize future strategies.

What We’re Looking For:

• Familiar with TikTok & Instagram: You instinctively understand trends, algorithms, and how content spreads virally.
• Comfortable editing videos in CapCut: You can confidently use CapCut to produce high-quality short-form video content.
• Proactive and takes initiative: You’re a self-starter who doesn’t wait for instructions but actively seeks opportunities to contribute.
• Fast learner who can adapt quickly: The social media landscape is constantly evolving, and you’re eager to keep pace.
• Strong communicator and easy to work with: You collaborate effectively with team members and express ideas clearly.
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks/projects: You can juggle various responsibilities efficiently without sacrificing quality.
• Passion for music and social media: You live and breathe both worlds and are excited to combine them professionally.

This is a Great Fit If You:

• Want real experience in music marketing – not just busy work or administrative tasks.
• Are genuinely interested in understanding how artists grow their presence through compelling content and strategic social media engagement.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, creative environment where ideas are encouraged and implemented.
• Are keen to build practical skills that directly translate to tangible, real-world results in the digital marketing space.

Benefits:

• Unpaid internship: This is a learning-focused opportunity.
• Great educational experience: Gain unparalleled insights into music marketing and artist development.
• School credit: We can support applications for academic credit, where applicable.
• Potential for full-time employment: We plan to hire some interns into full-time roles based on performance and company needs.

You’ll be working directly on real campaigns and artists — not just observing. If you’re motivated and want to learn fast, this is for you.