Editorial Writer & Culture Content Development Intern

About the Organization:

DancePhreakz is a women-owned, BIPOC-led dance and entertainment company creating original media, artist development, cultural experiences and community opportunities. Our work spans PHRKZ Network, PHRKZ Academy, PHRKZ Collective and the DancePhreakz Foundation, with Elevé LA Studio as a creative and community partner.

About The Movement

The Movement by DancePhreakz is our digital editorial publication covering dance, music, entertainment, live shows, movement and wellness, creative entrepreneurship and the people shaping culture. Stories may connect with PHRKZ Network podcasts, interviews, digital series and upcoming productions.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a talented emerging writer with a sharp editorial voice and a genuine love of entertainment culture. This intern will research, interview and develop original articles, blog posts, artist spotlights, commentary and newsletter stories for The Movement. We want someone who can write with polish and credibility, bring thoughtful critique and strategic perspective, and know when a story calls for humor, personality or a little kiki.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pitch timely, original stories on dance, music, entertainment, live shows, artists, wellness and creative culture.
• Research and draft engaging blog posts, features, profiles, interviews, commentary and newsletter copy; adapt tone to each story.
• Identify and interview artists, choreographers, performers, producers, instructors and creative entrepreneurs; prepare questions and accurate notes.
• Monitor cultural news, digital conversations, podcasts and social trends; distinguish reporting from opinion, rumors and promotion.
• Verify names, facts, dates, quotes and source material; revise drafts following editorial feedback and uphold ethical storytelling standards.
• Collaborate with the publishing intern on headlines, summaries, SEO descriptions, article images and promotional excerpts.
• Support approved event coverage, interviews, podcast/video tie-ins and occasional on-camera or behind-the-camera reporting.
• Maintain assigned drafts, source notes and deadlines in the editorial tracker; contribute to creative meetings and story development.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent writing and editing skills; able to be professional, insightful, funny, culturally fluent and clear.
• Writing samples required: articles, blogs, interviews, essays or comparable original work.
• Interest or coursework in journalism, English, communications, media, cultural studies or related fields is welcome.
• Genuine enthusiasm for dance, music, entertainment, live performances, podcasts, digital content and current cultural conversations.
• Strong initiative, reliable communication, attention to detail, professionalism and ability to meet agreed deadlines.
• Knowledge of Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and social storytelling; understands what makes content engaging without sacrificing accuracy.
• Comfort participating in approved on-camera opportunities or supporting interviews, shoots and events behind the camera.
• Ability to receive feedback, collaborate across creative teams and handle sources and sensitive information responsibly.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

Practical experience in editorial pitching, cultural reporting, interviews, fact-checking, feature writing, professional editing and cross-platform storytelling. Build a portfolio of approved published work and collaborate with entertainment creatives; opportunities may include approved show attendance, interviews, live-event coverage and production sessions.

Internship Details

• Schedule: Flexible part-time hours to accommodate academic and other commitments.
• Location: Hybrid; remote editorial work plus occasional approved in-person interviews, production days, events, evenings or weekends in Los Angeles County.
• Compensation: Paid internship; details provided during the interview process.
• Academic credit: May be available if approved by the student’s institution.
• Application: Submit a résumé and relevant work samples or portfolio.

Other Information:

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt (subject to HR review and final classification).

Equal Opportunity Employer: DancePhreakz provides equal employment opportunity without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.