About the role#
We are looking for a motivated Public Relations Intern to join our team for the Winter 2027 term. This is a paid, part-time position based in our Calabasas office. You will gain hands-on experience by supporting our PR team with media relations, content management, and event-related research.
What you'll do#
- Draft press releases, media pitches, and other written materials.
- Assist with media relations, including compiling media lists and crafting talking points.
- Monitor press coverage and prepare daily reports for the PR team.
- Manage and respond to incoming media inquiries for festivals and club shows.
- Maintain the press.insomniac.com website with current event information.
- Coordinate with external agencies on fact-checking and announcement schedules.
- Pull photo selects following concerts and branded events.
- Participate in department meetings and conference calls.
- Gather data for internal research projects and pitch decks.
- Provide support on various short-term projects and press-related tasks.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 18 years old and currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or trade school.
- Preferred: Junior standing or higher, studying Communications, English, or entertainment-industry majors.
- Previous internship or work experience in PR or communications is a plus.
- Proficiency in Google Drive.
- Deep understanding of social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- A proactive, problem-solving mindset and a sense of urgency.
- Knowledge of dance music and Insomniac brands.
Location & details#
- Location: Calabasas, California.
- Work Modality: On-site at our office at least 2-3 days per week.
- Commitment: 6+ hours per day, typically 16-29 hours per week.
- Compensation: $16.90 - $18.00 per hour.
- Note: This role requires occasional travel to work during holidays, evenings, and weekends as needed. You must be able to work in an open-office environment and tolerate loud noise levels or varying temperatures when on-site at events.
About Insomniac Events
Insomniac Events produces music festivals and concerts. The company organizes 10,000 events annually for seven million attendees across 13 countries. Founded in 1993 by Pasquale Rotella, it maintains its headquarters in Los Angeles. The organization employs 1,930 people.
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