A&R Intern Fall 2026: Music Publishing & Talent Scouting

Payday Publishing is looking for a music-obsessed, detail-oriented intern to join our A&R team. You'll get hands-on exposure to how a publishing company scouts talent, develops writers, and builds the creative relationships behind the songs you hear on the radio — while directly supporting our team's day-to-day work. What you'll do Research emerging songwriters, artists, and producers across genres Track and organize A&R data (writer credits, session activity, market trends) Contribute to creative brainstorms on writer pairings, pitches, and roster strategy Provide administrative support to the A&R team (scheduling, session prep, notes) What you'll gain A working understanding of music publishing and the A&R process Real exposure to how signings, sessions, and creative development happen inside an indie publisher Direct collaboration with A&R staff and Payday's roster of writers A foot in the door in the music industry Who we're looking for A passionate music enthusiast with strong organizational instincts Someone comfortable with research and data, but equally excited by creative brainstorming Currently enrolled in school and eligible to receive internship credit Based in or able to commute to the LA area #J-18808-Ljbffr Payday Publishing