What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Operations & Development Intern position at Invite Only Studios?
Business Operations & Development Intern
Invite Only Studios (Chelsea, NYC)
Hybrid (On-Site Remote)
Invite Only Studios is a world-class recording facility and creative hub in Chelsea, NYC, home to leading artists, producers, writers, and creative teams. We also operate Crash Dummies Productions (music & creative services) and the School of IO, our music and audio education program.
We are seeking a Business Operations & Development Intern to support internal studio administration and assist in the growth of our client, partner, and student networks. This is a hands-on role designed for someone interested in music business, creative operations, entrepreneurship, and relationship-building within the industry.
Responsibilities
Operations / Administration
• Assist with studio scheduling, session coordination, and day-to-day workflows
• Maintain CRM contact databases (labels, artists, educators, clients, students)
• Support class operations for the School of IO (rosters, communication, scheduling)
• Participate in internal planning, project tracking, and documentation
Business Development / Outreach
• Assist in outreach to artists, labels, music supervisors, creative partners, and schools
• Help identify and research potential new clients, partners, and collaborators
• Draft outreach messages, follow-ups, and relationship touchpoints
• Support development of proposals, decks, and partnership one-sheets
• Learn how to track lead pipelines, convert inquiries, and grow creative networks
You will be coached through outreach. You are not expected to “sell” alone. This is structured learning in professional communication and deal flow.
What You’ll Learn / Gain
• How a major recording studio, production team, and creative education program operate
• Professional communication, outreach strategy, and client relationship management
• Real experience with CRM systems, scheduling tools, project coordination, and pipeline tracking
• Exposure to producers, artists, music supervisors, educators, and partners
• Mentorship in professional growth, creative industry etiquette, and career direction
This internship prioritizes learning, mentorship, and real operational experience, not errands or busywork.
Who You Are
• Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with outreach and building relationships (or excited to learn)
• Interested in music, education, studio culture, or creative business
• Able to dedicate 10–15 hours/week (hybrid schedule; some in-studio time)
Compensation
This internship is unpaid and can be taken for academic credit where available.
We provide any university documentation needed for credit approval.
How to Apply
Email a brief introduction resume or LinkedIn to: oriana@inviteonly.studio
Subject: Business Operations & Development Intern – Your Name
If relevant, tell us:
• What excites you about working in a creative studio environment?
- Any experience with outreach, organization, events, or communication (not required).