Social Media Manager Intern
(Unpaid/Commission)
Location: San Jose, Oakland, San Francisco CA (Remote / Hybrid)
Company: Pulsewave
About Pulsewave
Pulsewave is an early-stage music analytics startup building tools that help DJs and musicians understand their performances through data — from real-time crowd engagement to stem-level music analytics. Our mission is to elevate live performance by giving artists insights that were never available before.
Role Overview
We’re looking for a creative and driven Social Media Manager Intern to help Pulsewave grow its online presence and engage the music community. This is an unpaid internship designed for someone passionate about growth marketing, content creation, and the intersection of music and technology. You’ll help define Pulsewave’s brand voice across major platforms and play a direct role in building early audience momentum.
Responsibilities
• Develop and manage Pulsewave’s social media content calendar (Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, X).
• Create engaging posts, short videos, and community-driven campaigns around DJ culture, music innovation, and startup progress.
• Research and connect with potential partners, artists, and influencers to build brand presence.
• Monitor engagement metrics and track campaign performance to inform growth strategies.
• Collaborate with the founder and tech team to amplify product updates, launches, and event activity.
• Experiment with viral growth tactics and creative storytelling to boost brand visibility.
Qualifications
• Strong interest in music, DJ culture, and startups.
• Experience with or strong willingness to learn growth and social media marketing.
• Knowledge of current trends on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and music community platforms.
• Creative eye for visual consistency and brand storytelling.
• Self-starting and adaptive — ready to test new ideas quickly.
• Bonus: Graphic design/video editing skills (Figma, Canva, CapCut, or Premiere).
Perks
• Work directly with the founder on early-stage brand and growth strategy.
• Build a real portfolio of content and campaigns that grow a startup community from zero.
• Exposure to the Bay Area startup and music tech scene.
• Potential for future paid or equity-based opportunities with Pulsewave.
