Job Description

Company Description IRONIC MUSIC BOOKING AGENCY is the most innovative booking agency on the New England music scene. We handle a wide array of artists and are confident that we can provide the perfect entertainment for any venue or situation. We pride ourselves in differentiating from the ‘average’ booking agent in that we focus a great deal of attention on the social media marketing of all the gigs we book.

IRONIC MUSIC BOOKING AGENCY began over 10 years ago. Early on, we realized that there were many small to medium sized venues who were interested in live entertainment but they either didn't have sufficient space/need for a larger formation, or lacked sufficient budget, or both. Ironic naturally migrated to this niche market and has since, almost by default, specialized in acoustic music, boasting the largest roster of acoustic acts in New England.

Job Description The Marketing Intern will primarily be responsible for researching and targeting potential new markets for Ironic, from marketing to lead generation to marketing materials. His/her foremost priorities are as follows:

· Conduct research into pre-determined new markets, primarily in the New England area (MA, NH, ME, CT, VT, RI)

· Research the markets to their fullest extent including competition.

· Build a detailed database of the targeted markets.

· Assist in the development of marketing materials for this market, as well as review/generate new e-marketing ideas for Client.

· Assist Client overall in generating new business, which includes but is not limited to identifying new venues, in Client’s aforementioned area; researching contact info; et. al.

The intern may also be requested to participate in the following tasks, on an as-needed/if available basis:

· Assist in drafting/writing band promo sheets and marketing copy for e-mail blasts and websites, based on Client’s standard format.

· Update/improve a detailed database of artists which Client represents, including all of their updated info. Gather necessary promo information on artists to be used in marketing, promotion and/or other.

· Research new markets where Client could potentially propose her musicians/bands to perform (mainly in New England).

· Intern will also be responsible in assisting the Client in discovering, soliciting and signing musicians to be booked as well as participate in and learn about contract negotiation with the bands to be signed. Client is by no means obligated to consider, accept and sign the bands/musicians which Music Booking Intern presents.

· Post a brief description of gigs as booked by Client on-line, to a number of websites. List to be provided by Client. Intern may also be asked to assist in researching additional sites to promote Client’s gigs and/or services.

· Fill-in online forms in order to generate buzz and get the Clients’ musicians’ gigs promoted in the most efficient, effective and timely manner possible.

The Client is in no means restricted to requesting only the aforementioned duties of the Intern insomuch as they are related to the overall goals of the Client in booking music talent to various venues, festivals, coffee houses, community events, private parties, etc.

Qualifications College seniors or graduate students with a marketing related major and some experience researching new markets and building databases.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Self-driven and proactive.

• Experience with marketing, market research, and market analysis.

• Excellent organizational skills and use of Excel/Word required.

• Ability to prioritize and to meet tight deadlines.

• Willingness to ask questions and seek help when needed.

Additional Information Please send a detailed resume, and include two (2) collegiate or professional references, along with a comprehensive cover letter which specifically outlines why you think you are a good fit for the internship, which of the tasks best suit you and why, and when exactly you would be available to begin.

The internship is a virtual telecommuting position.

The internship is unpaid.

The internship requires 15-20 hours per week.

All selected candidates will be required to sign a contract prior to beginning a collaboration.