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Kendrick Dial

Chula Vista,CA

Summary

Dynamic and versatile songwriter, poet, and lyricist with a proven track record of crafting impactful lyrics and melodies across genres including soul, hip hop, jazz, gospel, pop, indie, cinematic and spoken word. Executive producer and lead writer on two full-length albums and an EP. A three-time San Diego Music Award recipient, recognized for creative excellence, attention to detail, and emotional resonance in songwriting. Highly skilled in lyric composition, melody creation, and music production, with experience managing creative teams and delivering high-quality soundscapes. Known for being a reliable, adaptable team player who thrives in collaborative environments and consistently delivers results that connect with audiences. Has created a catalogue of over 50 collaborative songs developed through Twinstar Studios, and composed nearly 100 compositions. Write and record original songs, compositions, or instrumentals suited for sync briefs. Established consistency collaborating remotely with other creators (writers, producers, vocalists) and is able to deliver clean, high-quality audio ready for pitching. Meets project timelines and maintain professional communication. Has a sound understanding of commercial songwriting and sync-friendly structure with hooks, clear lyrics, mood-based cues. Also has access to a basic recording setup with home studio as well as access to professional studio.

Skills

  • Songwriting
  • Music Production
  • Arranging
  • Pro Tools
  • Collaboration
  • Creative Coaching
  • Writing lyrics
  • Music editing
  • Studio recording experience
  • Extensive performance background
  • Theatre performances
  • Mentoring artists
  • Film soundtrack development

Work History

Music Producer

The Lyrical Groove
San Diego, CA
08.2009 - Current
  • Produced and recorded 100+ tracks, for commercial release as well as licensing and synching.
  • Served as front-man, lead organizer and administrator for award winning band.
  • Collaborated with artists.
  • Organized marketing and promotions of music and events. Coordinated outreach to community organizations and built relationships while working collaboratively toward community unifying events.
  • Lead projects such as developing a website for band, a mobile app and making an album.
  • Collaborated with sound engineers to optimize audio quality during mixing sessions.
  • Managed project timelines, coordinating schedules and resources for efficient production workflows.
  • Developed innovative soundscapes using advanced digital audio workstations and software tools.
  • Established strong relationships with clients, facilitating clear communication of project goals and expectations.
  • Conducted artistic reviews of tracks, providing constructive feedback to refine final products for release.

Executive Coach/ Trainer/Writer

Creative Engagement
San Diego, CA
01.2005 - Current
  • Provides professional coaching to executive level leadership for Leaders in Action.
  • Engages learners in developing organizational health and Strengths-Finder coaching.
  • Develops culturally responsive curriculum for leaders and social services professionals.Co-facilitated a workshop for two weeks, inside a youth detention facility offering a writing and performance poetry workshop to incarcerated youth.
  • Develops a strong understanding of implementation science and use to support the implementation of coaching and best practices.
  • Completed a six month Fellowship with the Mission Continues working as an administrator and teaching artist with the Playwrights Project.
  • Completed various administrative task, teaching various populations that ranged from incarcerated youth and adults, military veterans, elderly and foster care youth. The outcome of the fellowship was developing a training for the teaching artist that focused on trauma and restorative practices for working with various populations.
  • Engaged in an eight week program where community artist partnered with refugee students at Crawford high school to tell their stories. Included interviewing students, developing warm up activities, build rapport, and final performance piece.
  • Participated in play-writing workshop hosted by La Jolla Playhouse. Conclusion of the program was a performance reading of the plays developed by the veterans.
  • Collaborated with community members from Southeast Senior Community Center to develop performances around the meaning and connection to Juneteenth Celebration and what it meant to them. Included developing workshop that included the elements of poetry, music and performance theatre. Culmination included a performance that was developed along with the senior participants.
  • Trains participants to address issues related to underserved populations, dealing with topics such as engagement, managing bias, historical, and cultural trauma, cultural humility, restorative justice, communication skills, dealing with conflict, social emotional learning and cultural humility.

Producer/Performer/Writer/Composer

Bk Soul
San Diego, CA
05.2008 - 08.2017
  • Served as a writer, performer, and co-director in collaborative performance showcase with BKSoul and Collective Purpose.
  • Developed ensemble performances with poets, musicians and dancers around the following themes. Marginalized populations and police brutality), An upliftment and exploration of Woman, Historical beginnings & Social Impact and Cultural Hip Hop, Civil Rights & Social Justice.

ILLEGIBLE 2016

HER 2015

Hip Hop Saved My Life 2010

The Movement 2008

Writer/Performer

Theatre
San Diego, CA
02.2008 - 11.2017

Blacktop Sky Wynn Ira Aldrige Theatre company

Home of the Brave La Jolla Playhouse

Ordinary Magic (Spoken Word Opera) Jacob’s Center

West Side Story S.D. City College Theatre

Eveoke Dance Theatre

  • Portrayed diverse characters in various genres, demonstrating versatility and adaptability on stage and screen.
  • Collaborated with directors to interpret scripts, enhancing storytelling through character development and emotional depth.
  • Engaged in extensive rehearsals to refine performances, ensuring consistency and precision in delivery.
  • Developed strong relationships with fellow cast members, fostering a collaborative environment conducive to creative exploration.
  • Analyzed scripts for thematic elements, contributing insights that informed artistic direction of productions.
  • Wrote and performed in a collaborative multimedia showcase with Eveoke Dance Theatre.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California
05-2013

Bachelor of Arts - Africana Studies/ Psychology

San Diego State University
San Diego
05-2010

Certification

  • Cinematic Music Composition - ELEVTR (summer 2025)
  • Piano Producer Accelerator (in progress)

Languages

English
Full Professional