Live Nation Entertainment
Location
Calabasas, CA | United States
Job description
Job Summary:
WHO ARE YOU? Do you enjoy dance music? Are you passionate about Public Relations and Communications? 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. If you possess exceptional writing skills and thrive in dynamic environments, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. 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.
Responsibilities - Draft press releases, media pitches, and other written materials to effectively convey essential messages and event details to both the media and internal stakeholders.
- Assist in media relations efforts which include compiling media lists, crafting quotes, and key talking points.
- Monitor all Insomniac press coverage and compile a daily coverage report for the PR team
- Participate in department meetings and conference calls.
- Monitor and respond to emails received at [email protected]
- Manage media requests sent to [email protected] for club shows and festivals
- Manage and maintain the press.insomniac.com site with current festival information
- Assist in media request approvals and denials for all club shows and festivals
- Coordinate with external agencies on tasks such as fact-checking, announcement schedules, and providing accompanying media assets
- Pull photo selects following concerts and branded shows
- Gather and provide data for internal research projects and pitch decks
- Project-manage various other short-term assignments, as assigned
- Perform any other press -related duties as assigned
Qualifications - Must be 18 years of age and currently enrolled in an accredited college, university or trade school
- Must provide documentation from school that you will be receiving college credit for the internship
- Preferred candidates will be studying Public Relations/Communications, English, and/or entertainment-industry majors, preferably in at least their junior year of college.
- Previous internship or work experience in public relations and communications is a plus
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in using Google Drive is highly preferred
- Must be able to work out of Calabasas, CA office at least 2-3 days a week for 6+ hours per day
- Typical commitment is 18-24 hours per week
- Must have deep understanding of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok)
- 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 able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
- May work in drastic temperature climates
- Must be willing to work during evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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.
The expected compensation for this position in California is:
$16.90 USD - $17.00 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. Live Nation 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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