Internship: Licensing, Business Affairs, and A&R

The Role

We are looking for a creative all-rounder with a passion for music rights, sync licensing, and artists research to join the Sizzer team as a Music Licensing, Business Affairs, and A&R Intern.

If you are on the lookout for a challenging internship and a chance to make a valuable contribution to a dynamic creative music agency, all while learning the ropes of the 'music meets advertising industry - this position is for you!

About Sizzer

SIZZER is an independent music agency, helping brands tell powerful, authentic stories with music. Working closely with our clients, and our curated global network of artists, we strategize, produce, find, and license the best music – the kind that connects with audiences, moves people, and contributes to culture.
Our goal is to work with people that make us happy, that dare to embrace the unknown, and thrive on a bit of chaos - right at the brink of where creativity flourishes.

About The Role

As a Music Licensing, Business Affairs, and A&R Intern, you will be supporting Sizzer’s Head of Research & Business Affairs in ongoing projects. Your tasks will include:

• Negotiations support in sync licensing deals with publishing & label representatives

• Assisting with drafting and processing paperwork with composers & rightsholders 

• Artist research

• Upkeep and development of the A&R talent database

• Rights management support 

• Performance and neighbouring rights admin

Who You Are

• You are available 3-4 days a week

• You are pursuing a relevant MBO or HBO degree, e.g. in IP Law, Media Studies, Musicology, or a similar field.

• You have at least a basic understanding of music rights.

• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

• You are creative, precise, and detail-oriented.

• You are proactive and eager to learn.

• You have a passion for music and advertising.