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WHO ARE YOU? Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at media relations, writing and communications? Then you’re in luck! Insomniac has an opportunity for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the public relations and marketing-communications space. Is this you? Read on…

Job Summary

WHO ARE YOU? Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at media relations, writing and communications? Then you’re in luck! Insomniac has an opportunity for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the public relations and marketing-communications space. Is this you? Read on…

WHO ARE WE? Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority. Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.

THE ROLE

Insomniac is hiring a PR Coordinator to join our vibrant, growth-minded culture rooted in respect, creativity, and connection. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, independent thinker who helps develop and implement creative yet pragmatic communications strategies to share Insomniac’s incredible story and engage audiences across all media channels where our growing fan base is seeking our content, within the music industry and broader media landscape. The PR Coordinator will manage complex projects working both independently and collaboratively with internal and external team members anywhere in the world. Must have great interpersonal, communication and writing skills, impeccable attention to detail, and, importantly, a passion for storytelling. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to further build their knowledge and grow professionally within a dynamic work environment. This is not a remote position and will require you to be in office full-time and on site at varied event locations.

Responsibilities

Media Relations & Communications

Monitor and manage the press@insomniac.com inbox, ensuring timely and professional responses to incoming media inquiries

Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, photographers, influencers, and other media professionals covering Insomniac events

Review, approve, or deny media credential applications for all concerts, festivals, and club shows

Take ownership of logistics and communications for credentialed press, ensuring they have everything needed for seamless event access

Content Development & Distribution

Draft, edit, and distribute a variety of written materials including press releases, media alerts, festival recaps, news articles, and PR reports

Create Electronic Press Kits (EPKs), one-sheets, and talking points that support marketing and communications efforts across all event brands

Assist in formatting and distributing press releases and announcements through third-party platforms

Draft official quotes and remarks on behalf of company executives for interviews and media opportunities

Draft content for a handful of social media posts per month

Philanthropy & Community Engagement

Support the planning, coordination, and execution of signature philanthropy initiatives, including charity auctions, fundraising events, and community engagement campaigns

Partner with cross-functional teams by managing timelines, tracking budgets, and ensuring seamless integration of philanthropic messaging across marketing, PR, and on-site activations

Help maintain accurate impact reporting, track participation metrics, and contribute to storytelling efforts that highlight the company’s charitable impact

Media Monitoring & Reporting

Compile and distribute daily press clips and weekly media reports summarizing editorial coverage, social content, and broadcast placements

Grade the media coverage and immediately flag content that is not aligned with the brand, providing recommendations for addressing the situation and fixing the content

Track and analyze earned media reach, sentiment, and impact across multiple campaigns and channels

Provide continuous updates to internal stakeholders and festival teams on major press hits and campaign performance

Campaign Support

Contribute to campaign brainstorms and planning meetings to identify newsworthy angles, storytelling opportunities, and press-worthy initiatives

Build and update tailored media lists based on event genre, location, and audience to ensure relevant coverage

Draft suggested PR strategies and timelines for full event campaigns

Research and maintain a current media database with contacts across key Insomniac markets, domestically and internationally

Liaise with marketing, brand, and promoter teams to ensure PR strategy aligns with broader campaign messaging and promotional efforts

Asset & Database Coordination

Pull and organize photo selects following concerts and branded events; fulfill press photo and video requests as needed

Maintain internal folders (Dropbox / Google Drive) with the most current / up to date press materials, releases, images, and assets

Coordinate with external firms / agencies for asset delivery, fact-checking, and announcement timing

Onsite Event Support

Provide onsite assistance as needed at select concerts, club shows, and festivals by managing media check-in, building and staffing press lounges, and facilitating artist interviews or photo moments

Train and provide support in onboarding team members, clients, vendors and partners when needed

All other projects and initiatives as identified

Qualifications

1+ year of experience in music public relations or relevant internships, preferably with exposure to dance music or live events. Any journalism background is a plus.

Existing relationships or familiarity with key media contacts across dance music outlets and industry trades is a plus

Exceptional writing skills, with the ability to craft compelling press materials, pitches, internal documents, and other communications tailored to different audiences

A strong understanding of the current media landscape, including both traditional press and emerging digital platforms with an emphasis on music and culture

Must be available to work in an office in Calabasas, CA five days per week (8-hour shifts)

Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets)

A highly motivated self-starter with a "solutions-first" mindset and a proactive, can-do attitude

Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage time effectively and move projects forward with urgency and attention to detail

Passion for and knowledge of electronic music culture, including Insomniac’s festivals, brands, and community

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must enjoy working in dynamic, fast-paced environments and open office concept spaces, with often immediate deadlines, loud noise levels and drastic temperature and climate changes at varied event locations

Must be able to manage their own time and balance their own workload while bringing a can-do, positive attitude to getting the job done, including working evenings and weekend hours, when necessary

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age, ancestry, color, religious creed, family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability, marital status, domestic partner status, and other protected characteristics. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws. We also provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodations as required by law. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position. If you require an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Insomniac will provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

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