Editorial Interns Wanted For Music Website (West Village )

Aug. 18, 2011

New York, NY

Confidential

Baeble Music is looking for a few good writers for our internship program. If you're up on the indie rock/emerging artist scene, have a desire to get your feet wet in new media, and are not afraid of playing a vital role in an ever-evolving, constantly expanding website, please get in touch. For more information about the site check us out at http://www.baeblemusic.com.

Specifically, Baeble Music is looking for interns in editorial/content, with an additional focus on digital marketing. Each intern will be expected to work at Baeble HQ 15-20 hrs a week.

THIS INTERNSHIP REQUIRES A LOT OF WRITING. You're churning editorial all day with a focus on fun, interesting and unique copy. Sense of humor is encouraged.

THIS INTERNSHIP IS UNPAID. College credit is required.

THIS INTERNSHIP HAS ALMOST NOTHING TO DO WITH COFFEE. Almost because you can drink it, as much as you like (we sure do), but you'll never be fetching it for us. Come prepared to spend most of your time creating fun content in a fast paced environment, and/or making Ke$ha jokes.

Responsibilities and requirements be

For editorial/content, responsibilities include:

Providing a variety of original editorial work, including blogs, album reviews, and feature articles (and beyond)

Attending shows in New York City for coverage

Preparing website copy

Providing a variety of web support for Baeble's expanding catalogue of live concerts

Soliciting/Collecting Music Videos

Collecting B-Roll/On Camera Interviews

Assisting in various areas of production when needed

Marketing duties include:

Developing our community presence

Must be familiar with social networking sites like StumbleUpon, Twitter, Facebook

Competent with internet research and know how to find things easily

Requirements: We're looking for interns who:

Are familiar and passionate for a wide variety of independent and emerging artists.

Are familiar with both the major players and competitive nature of the new music media industry.

Have experience and natural passion for writing about new and upcoming music/artists.

Enjoy interviewing artists, attending/reviewing shows, and listening to new albums on a regular basis

Are organized and able to meet competing deadlines on a regular basis.

If interested, please reply to this posting with a short note about yourself, resume, and one brief relevant writing sample with the subject "Editorial Internship Application". Thanks!