(BPRW) DEKALB ENTERTAINMENT COMMISSION AND ONE MUSICFEST LAUNCH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM FOR ASPIRING MUSIC INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS | Tech Zone Daily

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(BPRW) DEKALB ENTERTAINMENT COMMISSION AND ONE MUSICFEST LAUNCH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM FOR ASPIRING MUSIC INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

(Tech Zone Daily) The DeKalb Entertainment Commission (DEC) is thrilled to announce a new partnership with ONE Musicfest (OMF) to launch an exciting Internship and Job Shadowing Program.  This initiative offers aspiring music industry professionals a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience and mentorship while working on the Southeast’s largest two-day urban music festival.

This 3-month program, hosted by Sol Fusion, LLC (ONE Musicfest), offers seven internship positions across various departments, including Festival Management & Operations, Festival Partnerships, Festival Promotions, Marketing, OMF App/Website, Productions/Vendors, and Social Media. Interns will gain practical experience in planning and executing a major music festival, with the added benefit of compensation.

“DeKalb Entertainment Commission is dedicated to supporting the next generation of entertainment professionals,” said Shelbia Jackson, Director of the DeKalb Entertainment Commission with ONE Musicfest offer young talent the chance to gain invaluable industry experience.”

Interns will work closely with seasoned industry professionals who will offer mentorship and support throughout the program. They have opportunities to network with artists, event organizers, and fellow interns, building crucial industry connections. The experience and skills gained during this internship will significantly boost their resumes and career prospects.

Applicants for the program must be a resident of DeKalb County, currently enrolled in a relevant degree program or be recent graduates with a strong passion for music and festival industries. Selected interns are expected to demonstrate excellent attendance and punctuality and must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or provide two referrals from administrators or professors.

“We are excited to partner with the DeKalb Entertainment Commission on this program and look forward to welcoming interns with fresh ideas and energy,” said Jay Carter, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of ONE Musicfest. “I am a product of DeKalb County School District so it’s a tremendous honor to give back to the community and the next generation of young creatives in a positive way with these internships.”

WorkSource DeKalb will play a crucial role in this partnership by providing vetted candidates and covering intern salaries, ensuring that only the most qualified and passionate individuals are selected for the program.

Students still have a chance to apply for this exciting opportunity. Interested candidates should reach out to ythprogram@dekalbcountyga.gov and jdennis@dekalbcountyga.gov for more information on how to submit their application.

About DeKalb Entertainment Commission:
The DeKalb Entertainment Commission, a division of Decide DeKalb Development Authority, is the primary driving force attracting and expanding businesses supporting the film, television, music, and digital entertainment industry in DeKalb County. To help DeKalb businesses thrive, it is building a supportive, collaborative infrastructure.  DeKalb County is home to a diverse population of 760,000 who live in the City of Atlanta as well as the cities of Decatur, Dunwoody, Chamblee, Pine Lake, Stone Mountain, Stonecrest, Lithonia, Doraville, Brookhaven, Clarkston, Avondale Estate, and Tucker.

About ONE Musicfest:
In its fifteenth year, ONE Musicfest (OMF) is the Southeast’s largest two-day urban progressive music festival. It has become a destination festival attracting over 50,000+ diverse music lovers from all over the nation. OMF has become known for its eclectic mashup of urban artists that have included Lil Baby, Chloe Bailey, Tank & The Bangas, H.E.R., SZA, Kendrick Lamar, Summer Walker, Pharrell, Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz, Miguel, Outkast, Gucci Mane, Usher, Rick Ross, Lucky Daye, Lauryn Hill, Anderson Paak, Erykah Badu, DVSN, Damian Marley, Ari Lennox, A$AP Rocky, T.I, Jill Scott, The Roots, Jhene Aiko, Janelle Monae and many more.

Source: DeKalb Entertainment Commission

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