Media Intern

Job description

Job Title: Media Intern(Training for Management & Executive Role)

Company: Rukus Avenue Radio

Location: Remote / Hybrid (Preferred: US-based candidates)

Duration: 3–6 months (Unpaid, with potential for paid extension)

Commitment: Part-time (25–30 hours/week)

About Rukus Avenue Radio

We are North America’s first and only South Asian radio and podcast network on iHeartRadio, serving as a cultural hub for music, storytelling, and diaspora voices and fall under the umbrella of Rukus Avenue Music Group. From award-winning talk shows and artist interviews to major cultural events and global partnerships, we amplify South Asian narratives to millions worldwide — blending tradition with bold, innovative media.

Our mission is simple: represent the culture, inspire connection, and create moments people remember.

Why This Internship?

This isn’t a “fetch coffee” internship. This is hands-on, creative, and portfolio-building. You’ll work directly with global South Asian artists, thought leaders, and cultural influencers while contributing to flagship RAR shows.

You’ll leave with:

• 2–3 completed, portfolio-ready campaigns
• Professional credit on radio/podcast content distributed globally
• Mentorship from industry veterans and direct exposure to artists, brand partners, and producers
• A real shot at paid extension or a permanent role based on performance

What You’ll Do

You’ll be embedded in our core creative team, helping us produce high-quality, culture-forward content that lives across audio, video, and social.

Content & Creative Production

• Produce engaging social media assets, Reels/TikToks, artist clips, and show highlights for Instagram, YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and more
• Assist with radio and podcast production, including editing episodes, cutting promotional clips, writing show notes, and uploading metadata
• Support artist release campaigns, including music drops, brand collaborations, and sync placements
• Capture and edit behind-the-scenes content, interviews, and event footage

Social & Community Engagement

• Own sections of the RAR content calendar, from pitch to publish
• Monitor analytics and suggest optimizations to grow reach & engagement
• Engage with our audience in culturally relevant ways, jumping on trends and memes

Research & Strategy

• Track emerging South Asian artists using tools like our Spotify Artist Intelligence Pipeline
• Research diaspora music trends, brand partnership opportunities, and event tie-ins
• Identify trending audio, formats, and content opportunities for cultural storytelling

Events & Activations

• Assist in festival coverage, live artist showcases, and cultural partnerships (on-site where applicable)
• Coordinate with partners and artists for brand activations and cross-promotions

Project & Team M

• Manage teams, in festival coverage, live artist showcases, and cultural partnerships (on-site where applicable)
• Oversee and improve all coordination with partners and artists for various campaigns, and projects

Who You Are

We’re looking for someone creative, proactive, and deeply tapped into culture.

Required

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Media, Communications, Marketing, Film, or a related field
• Passion for South Asian music, culture, and storytelling
• Strong understanding of Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and emerging platforms
• Basic skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects) or Canva
• Comfort with audio and/or video editing
• Excellent written communication skills for captions, scripts, and promotional copy
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines

Bonus Points For

• Experience with audio editing or podcast production
• Past work in music marketing, event coverage, or artist relations
• Familiarity with SEO, hashtags, and social analytics tools
• Knowledge of diaspora trends, cultural moments, and meme culture

What We Offer

• Hands-on creative work in a professional media environment
• Mentorship from senior producers, marketers, and brand partners
• Opportunities to work on flagship RAR programs and global partnerships
• Networking access to artists, cultural leaders, and industry executives
• Flexible remote work, with optional on-site opportunities in LA/NYC/Toronto or anywhere in North America
• Potential paid extension or permanent role for standout performers

How to Apply

Email your resume, portfolio or content samples, and a brief cover letter explaining why you want to join Rukus Avenue Radio to: mediahub@rukusavenue.com

Subject line: “Media Intern Application – [Your Name]”.