Job Overview

KraveRock is seeking a dedicated Music Programming & Artist Relations Intern to support our independent, 100% commercial-free hard rock and metal broadcasting network.

In this remote role, you will work on the front lines of heavy music curation and industry networking. You will vet incoming music submissions, track upcoming album releases, coordinate with independent PR firms and record labels, and help prep artist interviews and Q&A sessions for the KraveRock platform and Front Row features.

Commitment is approximately 8–10 hours per week with flexible remote scheduling. This role is ideal for students seeking academic course credit or aspiring music business professionals looking for hands-on, real-world industry credentials and artist management experience.

Responsibilities

• Screen incoming music submissions from independent bands and labels, vetting audio quality and formatting against KraveRock’s active rock/metalcore standards.
• Track release calendars, tour announcements, and industry news across modern active rock, post-hardcore, and metal.
• Draft outreach and maintain professional correspondence with artist managers, publicists, and independent labels.
• Assist in scheduling and preparing background research dossiers for featured artist interviews and Front Row livestreams.
• Maintain station metadata, artist contact logs, and digital submission archives.
• Coordinate promotional assets and track airplay confirmation details for featured artists.

Skills

• Deep knowledge of and passion for post-1999 active rock, metalcore, post-hardcore, and modern metal.
• Strong written communication skills and professional email etiquette when dealing with artists, publicists, and management.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and reliable follow-through on deadlines.
• Ability to evaluate music production quality, vocal clarity, and commercial viability objectively.
• Self-motivated and comfortable operating independently in a remote digital workspace.
• Current student enrolled in Music Business, Communications, Public Relations, Audio Production, or an enthusiast seeking verifiable industry credentials.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of and passion for post-1999 active rock, metalcore, post-hardcore, and modern metal.
• Strong written communication skills and professional email etiquette when dealing with artists, publicists, and management.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and reliable follow-through on deadlines.
• Ability to evaluate music production quality, vocal clarity, and commercial viability objectively.
• Self-motivated and comfortable operating independently in a remote digital workspace.
• Current student enrolled in Music Business, Communications, Public Relations, Audio Production, or an enthusiast seeking verifiable industry credentials.

Pay: $0.01 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 – 10.0 per week

Work Location: Remote