By Flinster Austin
Published on 2024-01-18 10:34:29
An initiative of the South African Music Performance Rights Association (SAMPRA), the programme offers successful applicants the opportunity to gain experience in artist and label management, digital strategy, and events. Applicants must have completed a postgraduate qualification, BA, or BCom with an accredited institution, with a particular interest in the entertainment sector.
The internship will last for 12 months at Paradise Africa Distribution, located at 105 Oxford Road, Rosebank, Johannesburg. Interns will receive a stipend of R6 500 per month.
The core experience areas include junior label management and Paradise representation. Junior label management duties include building prospect acquisition lists, demonstrating an understanding of genres, artists, and labels, as well as providing insight and advice to label managers. Other responsibilities include playlist curation, developing new media relationships, and working with the leadership team. Personality traits that align with SAMPRA’s goals are also important for this role, such as attention to detail, diligence, resourcefulness, and initiative-driven mindset.
Paradise representation involves attending gigs and conferences, staying aware of changes and developments in the South African music market, and staying updated on emerging trends and new entrants in the streaming space.
Key requirements for the internship include a completed qualification in a relevant field of study, no prior work experience, proof of qualification, proximity to Rosebank, South African citizenship, willingness to follow company protocols, and a passion for music. All interns will be required to attend company events, some of which may occur on Saturdays or evenings.
To apply, applicants should email a concise CV and certified copies of qualifications to [email protected] before 26 January. Shortlisted applicants will be communicated with, while unsuccessful applicants will not hear from SAMPRA. The original call for applications can be viewed here.
