Contributing Writer

Cage Riot is a trailblazing music group empowering artists to reach global audiences by harnessing technology and strategic partnerships. Through The Cage, our dedicated music blog, we focus on sharing the stories and music of rising artists, connecting them with new audiences and industry professionals.

Role Description

We’re looking for passionate Contributing Writers who are also college tastemakers for a remote internship or freelance position with The Cage. While Cage Riot is based in Los Angeles, we welcome applicants from across the U.S., particularly from LA, Nashville, and New York. As a Contributing Writer, you’ll create engaging articles, interviews, and reviews, and collaborate with artists to showcase their work.

Writers will have the unique opportunity to cover shows for rising talent from Universal Music Group and receive invitations to UMG's press conferences. Additionally, we frequently get invited to cover events from top publicity companies, providing an exciting chance to be at the forefront of the music scene. This internship can be pursued for college credit or as a freelance opportunity to build your portfolio. As a tastemaker, you'll help keep The Cage connected to the latest trends and emerging talent on college campuses. It’s an exciting opportunity to dive into the music industry and help shape the future of new music.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Familiarity with the music industry and current trends, especially on college campuses
• Experience in content creation
• Effective collaboration skills to work with artists and team members
• Excellent research and interviewing abilities
• Passion for promoting and supporting emerging artists
• Previous experience in writing, journalism, or blogging is a plus