Summer 2026
Music Partnerships & Marketing Intern
Posted on 5/7/2026
Duetti
51-200 employees
Acquires independent artist catalogs via data-driven
Compensation Overview
$17/hr
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Hybrid
Three days on-site per week; in-office Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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- Deep passion for music, artist discovery, and internet culture
- Strong familiarity with Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, TikTok, and digital music ecosystems
- Naturally curious, proactive, and comfortable taking initiative
- Strong written communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable working across spreadsheets, research, and performance data
- Familiarity with AI tools and interest in experimenting with new technologies and workflows
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with evolving priorities
- Interest in music marketing, partnerships, digital strategy, or artist development
- Assist in preparing DSP editorial pitches, artist summaries, and partner-facing materials
- Track streaming performance, playlist placements, and momentum across major platforms
- Research emerging artists, music trends, cultural moments, and platform opportunities
- Support partner initiatives, campaigns, events, and creative marketing activations
- Help organize and maintain internal trackers, campaign documents, and reporting materials
- Compile insights from streaming data, short form platforms, fan communities, and audience behavior
- Experiment with AI tools, research workflows, and operational systems to improve team efficiency
- Assist with artist, partner, and industry-facing coordination across various projects
- Contribute creative ideas around music marketing, discovery, and audience engagement
Duetti buys music rights from independent artists, purchasing catalogs, individual tracks, or portions of catalogs in a transparent, data-driven process that provides immediate cash flow for artists. The company uses metrics and market data to value and structure deals, then leverages targeted marketing to maximize the return on investment from the acquired rights. Artists can monetize their work while retaining control over their catalog through flexible sale options and strategic partnerships. Revenue comes from acquiring music rights and applying intelligent marketing to boost earnings. Founded by former TIDAL executives, Duetti aims to democratize the music business by offering fair, efficient deals and empowering independent artists with financial resources and creative control.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$643M
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2022
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Over 30% of 2025 deals from international markets signals strong global expansion beyond US.[1]
- Total raised capital exceeds $435M since 2022 launch, including $200M Series C and securitization.[1]
- Independent music represents 47% of global market; Duetti addresses $160B financing gap for creators.[3]
What critics are saying
- Hipgnosis write-downs erode investor confidence; securitization partners tighten credit terms within months.[1]
- Primary Wave and Influence Media outbid Duetti on 20% of $10M+ catalogs using Blackstone backing.[1]
- Spotify algorithmic deprioritization cuts streaming revenue 25% for acquired masters; playlist network loses followers.[1]
What makes Duetti unique
- Acquires music rights from artists earning as little as $2,000 annually with no recoupment or creative control strings.[3]
- Pairs catalog acquisitions with active management: 3,000+ playlists, 5M+ followers, 60+ remixes quarterly.[1]
- Closes 80+ deals monthly across 40+ countries, ranging from $10,000 single tracks to $10M full catalogs.[3]
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Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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↓ -2%Duetti secures $200M to scale independent music catalog acquisitions and enhance platform capabilities.
Duetti has raised $200 million to finance independent music creators, who represent 47% of the global music market. The company works with over 1,100 creators across 40 countries, acquiring music assets ranging from $10,000 single tracks to $10 million full catalogues. Duetti is closing more than 80 deals monthly and has launched a second $125 million securitisation backed by independent artist catalogues. The funding addresses a significant financing gap in the independent music sector.
Duetti, a music financing and catalog services company, announced an expansion to include royalty and publishing deals, alongside masters deals, for independent music creators. This expansion is supported by $200 million in new funding, with $150 million from a bank facility led by Truist Securities and $50 million from Viola Credit. The new offerings aim to help artists monetize their catalogs with transparent cash deals, enhancing financial opportunities and career growth.
Since launching in 2022, Duetti has raised over $435 million in funding, securing a position as one of the fastest-growing start-ups in the creator economy.
Duetti, a music financing and catalog services company, announced a $200 million funding round on March 4, 2025. The funding includes a $150 million bank facility led by Truist Securities Inc. and a $50 million side facility from Viola Credit. This investment will support Duetti's expansion into royalty and publishing catalog deals, enabling more music creators to unlock financial value from their work through transparent cash deals.