STEVEN TYNER
Sony Music Publishing / EMI Music Publishing
Las Vegas,NV
19
years of professional experience
Former Vice President of Music & A&R; with 18+ years of experience spanning music publishing, artist development, business development, strategic partnerships, intellectual property, and emerging technology. Sony Music Publishing-affiliated songwriter with 46 registered works. Founder of IWRITELIFE, a trademarked media, publishing, and technology company focused on creator tools, education, and digital products.
Work History
Founder & CEO
6 Years 5 Months- Founded and scaled a trademarked media, publishing, and creator-focused brand.
- Led business strategy, digital product development, IP management, and content operations.
- Developed creator tools, educational products, publishing assets, and digital commerce initiatives.
- Created the IWRITELIFE x Ethika collaboration.
Professional Songwriter
19 Years 5 Months- Maintained continuous major publisher affiliation since 2007.
- Catalog includes 46 registered works.
- Collaborated across commercial music, television, and publishing projects.
- Managed intellectual property and publishing activities.
- Collaborated with artists and producers to refine song concepts, ensuring alignment with creative vision.
- Composed original songs across diverse genres, enhancing catalog depth and marketability.
- Utilized digital audio workstations to create high-quality demos for pitching to record labels.
- Researched industry trends and audience preferences to inform songwriting direction and style choices.
- Mentored emerging songwriters, providing guidance on structure, melody, and lyrical development.
- Led sessions with multi-disciplinary teams to brainstorm ideas, fostering collaborative creativity in songwriting process.
- Evaluated song submissions for quality and potential commercial success, streamlining selection processes for projects.
- Developed strategic partnerships with other music professionals to expand network and increase collaboration opportunities.
- Enhanced listener engagement by incorporating emotional storytelling and unique melodies in songwriting.
- Increased visibility of work by creating an online portfolio showcasing a diverse range of compositions across different genres, attracting potential clients or collaborators.
- Pitched original songs to established artists, securing placements on multiple albums and projects.
- Developed thought-provoking lyrics that resonated with fans, leading to a growing fan base and social media following.
- Created compelling demo recordings that effectively showcased songwriting skills, leading to increased interest from publishers or record labels.
- Cowrote songs for various genres, showcasing versatility and adaptability within the music industry.
- Collaborated with producers to create memorable hooks, resulting in increased radio play and downloads.
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
- Promoted musical career by maintaining website or social media presence.
- Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
- Produced and recorded studio albums for various musical acts and genres.
Vice President, Music & A&R
4 Years- Directed artist development and music strategy initiatives.
- Managed relationships with artists, producers, publishers, managers, and executives.
- Evaluated talent acquisition and commercial opportunities.
- Contributed to strategic partnerships and business development initiatives.
- Helped facilitate relationships contributing to Ethika's Sony Music Publishing partnership.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance artist development and engagement within the music industry.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize operational workflows and improve project delivery timelines.
- Mentored emerging leaders within the organization, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Analyzed market trends to inform decision-making and adapt strategies for evolving industry landscapes.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Built high-performance teams through effective recruitment practices focused on competency alignment coupled with ongoing performance management processes.
- Championed talent development programs, promoting employee engagement and retention while enhancing overall workforce capabilities.
- Increased company growth through collaboration with sales and marketing departments.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance artist development and engagement within music industry.
- Developed and implemented innovative marketing strategies to expand brand presence and audience reach.
Education
No Degree - Digital Communications And Media
- Professional Development: [Subject]
High School Diploma
Contractor/supervisor - Environmental Management
Skills
AI Strategy
Workflow Automation
GitHub
Netlify
Product Planning
Research & Analysis
Digital Publishing Systems
Creator Economy Technologies
Timeline
Founder & CEO
IWRITELIFE LLC
01.2020 - CurrentRead More
Vice President, Music & A&R
Ethika Music
01.2019 - 01.2023Read More
Professional Songwriter
Sony Music Publishing / EMI Music Publishing
01.2007 - CurrentRead More
Mckinley Tech
High School Diploma
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AIU
No Degree from Digital Communications And Media
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Natec International
Contractor/supervisor from Environmental Management
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CORE COMPETENCIES
- Music Publishing
- A&R
- Artist Development
- Strategic Partnerships
- Business Development
- Licensing
- Intellectual Property
- Product Development
- AI Strategy
- Brand Development
- Leadership
- Project Management
SELECTED CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- 46 registered musical works
- Sony Music Publishing-affiliated songwriter
- Former VP of Music & A&R; at Ethika Music
- Facilitated strategic relationships connecting artists, brands, and publishers
- Founder of federally registered IWRITELIFE trademark and media company
- Television and commercial media placement credits