Drums and Percussion Intern
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Job Description:
At Yamaha, we're dedicated to fostering progress, expression, and connection through music and sound. Our range of innovative and acclaimed products accompanies musicians at every stage of their journey.
Within our Drums & Percussion Department, we impact musicians across the spectrum, from young students to seasoned professionals in symphony orchestras. We achieve this by marketing and distributing a variety of percussion instruments, including Marching Drums, Acoustic and Electronic Drum sets, and drum hardware throughout the U.S. market.
We're offering a paid internship opportunity with a hybrid schedule, based at our Buena Park office.
Responsibilities:
- Engage with dealers, consumers, District Sales Managers, and internal teams to address inquiries effectively.
- Attend industry events such as trade shows, clinics, and artist performances when required.
- Coordinate product displays and supportive materials for events.
- Conduct competitive market analysis and develop product and price comparisons.
- Assist in producing marketing materials for various platforms, including print ads, social media content, flyers, labels, brochures, and press releases.
- Undertake a final intern project focused on researching and addressing a real-world business challenge.
- Perform other assigned duties as necessary.
Requirements:
- Enrollment as a sophomore, junior, or senior in an accredited university program, or recent graduation within the last year, preferably with a degree in Journalism, Marketing, Music Business, Music Performance, Music Education, Public Relations, or a related field.
- Previous experience in a retail music store is advantageous.
- Proficiency in playing a percussion instrument is preferred.
- Minimum GPA of 2.7.
Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail with excellent proofreading and copywriting abilities.
- Creative thinking with the capacity to generate innovative ideas.
- Basic understanding of marketing principles.
Software Requirements:
- Familiarity with current technology and applications, including social media platforms, podcasts, Mac OS, and presentation software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Perks:
- Access to employee wellness programs, including complimentary music lessons.
- Free concerts featuring renowned artists.
- Discounts on hotel stays, travel, entertainment, and other attractions.
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid schedules.
- Casual dress code.
Yamaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
