The Guest Relationship Intern Officer will source, secure, and manage high-profile guests (actors, creators, influencers, etc.) for our podcast. This role requires proactive outreach, persuasive communication, and end-to-end coordination—from initial contact through post-appearance follow-up.
Key Responsibilities:
- Guest Research & Identification
- Monitor industry news, social media, and trending creators to build a list of potential guests.
- Maintain a simple database (e.g., spreadsheet or CRM) with guest names, roles, contact info, and status.
- Outreach & Pitching
- Find and verify contact details (agents, managers, social handles, emails).
- Draft personalized outreach messages explaining the podcast’s value and audience.
- Follow up persistently (email, LinkedIn, social) until a response is received.
- Convincing & Booking
- Clearly communicate episode themes, format, and host credentials to pique interest.
- Answer questions about timing, format, and compensation (if applicable).
- Negotiate scheduling details (date, time, format: in-person or virtual).
- Logistics & Coordination
- Handle calendar invites, reminders, and pre-interview briefing notes.
- Coordinate travel/accommodation (if in-person) or confirm tech setup (if virtual).
- Send clear instructions on pre-interview prep: topics, questions, branding guidelines.
- Guest Experience & Follow-Up
- Serve as the main point of contact before, during, and after the recording.
- Ensure a smooth check-in on recording day (introduce host, manage any last-minute changes).
- Send thank-you notes, share episode links for their networks, and collect feedback.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree (any discipline).
- Demonstrated experience in college (e.g., student-run podcast, college fest/event committee, club ambassador) where you:
- Researched notable speakers or performers.
- Reached out, pitched events or interviews, and secured commitments.
- Coordinated schedules and handled on-site or virtual logistics.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication—able to craft persuasive, concise outreach.
- Strong organizational skills: comfortable juggling multiple guest pipelines simultaneously.
- Proficiency with basic tools: Google Sheets (or simple CRM), Google Calendar, email platforms.
- A network mindset: ability to build rapport quickly and maintain positive relationships.
Preferred (But Not Required):
- Previous internships or part-time roles in PR, talent acquisition, or events management.
- Familiarity with podcasting tools/platforms (e.g., Zoom, Riverside.fm, SquadCast).
- Basic knowledge of social media platforms to track guest activity and engagement.
Why Join Us?
You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our podcast’s guest lineup, growing our audience, and forging connections with some of the industry’s most interesting creators. If you thrived coordinating events or interviews in college and love networking at scale, this is your chance to take those skills to the next level in the creator economy.
Job Type: Internship
Contract length: 2 months
Pay: ₹5,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Rotational shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Performance bonus
Application Question(s):
- How quickly can you join and start working if you are offered this job?
Work Location: In person