Experiences
I create experiences that foster collaboration, professional development, and community around key cultural and industry moments—from Grammy Week and Indie Week to the Guild of Music Supervisors Conference and ESSENCE Festival.
WVZ
Weekend
A flagship Grammy Week convening for independent music culture.
Co-created as WVZ MFG's annual flagship experience, WVZ Weekend brings together artists, DJs, executives, music supervisors, and cultural leaders for songwriting camps, showcases, awards, and community celebrations during music's biggest week. Centering Women and LGBTQIA+ creators, the weekend creates space for recognition, collaboration, and connection.
Outcomes
Co-produced three annual Grammy Week activations in Los Angeles
Convened 200–300 artists, executives, music supervisors, and cultural leaders annually
Led songwriting camps featuring 12 roster artists, resulting in two original songs, one commercial release, an active licensing opportunity, and ongoing creative collaborations
Produced sponsor media packages and branded content for partners including L'Oréal, Pioneer DJ, Max, Freehand Hotels, Insolito Tequila, and Tito's Handmade Vodka.
Produced all-women DJ lineups and LGBTQIA+ performance showcases
Honored independent music leaders including Aluna, Baron Davis, and Ts Madison
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SoundWVZ
Series
Innovation summits exploring the future of music, gaming, and creator economies.
SoundWVZ Series is an annual convening designed to explore the technologies, platforms, and communities reshaping music culture. Through panels, gaming activations, DJ experiences, and professional development sessions, the series equips creators with tools to navigate emerging opportunities.
Outcomes
Best Dance/Electronic Album BBC Radio Award Nomination, Black Girl Magic
Collaborations with Mahalia, Greentea Peng, Jacob Lusk, Danielle Ponder, Adi Oasis, Rush Davis, Rochelle Jordan, and others on The Nightlife
Curated collaborations with Cor.ece, Gavin Turek, and Ts Madison
Covered by Pitchfork, The Guardian, Resident Advisor, DJ Mag, NME, and others
Influenced Beyonce’s Renaissance with contributions to Black Girl Magic
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Songwriting, performance, film and campaign direction for indie dance & electronic innovators.
Dave + Sam
A collaboration with producer Sam O.B. combining songwriting, performance, film, and campaign direction to explore the intersection of house music and hip-hop.
Outcomes
Released No Shade via Classic Music Co., Defected Records & Warner Music
Editorial coverage from DJ Mag, Beatportal, Dancing Astronaut, Data Transmission, EDM.com and Magnetic Magazine
Cult influence within independent dance and electronic music communities
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Music production and sonic identity for a Webby-nominated podcast and legacy media brand.
ESSENCE
Original music, sonic branding, and broadcast assets created for ESSENCE's Webby-nominated Yes, Girl! podcast.
Outcomes
Debut series of the Essence Podcast Network
100+ Episodes
6.9 Million listeners
Ranked in the Top 100 Apple Podcasts in 30 different countries
Nominated for the Webby’s first and second-ever “Best Podcast” Award
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Playlist strategy and music curation for brands, venues, and cultural activations.
WVZlists
Music programming and curation developed for brands, cultural institutions, public events, and community organizations. Projects span affinity groups, educational workshops, hospitality, live experiences, and audience engagement initiatives, using playlists as a tool for storytelling, participation, and cultural connection.
Outcomes
Official Juneteenth playlist programming for GEICO Black and Pride employee affinity groups
Music strategy for Oatmeal Radio Cafe activations during NBA All-Star Weekend
Listening experiences developed for Kairos democratic leadership workshop
Black Music Month playlist takeover for Flavors From Afar
Ongoing publication of WVZlists, a public archive of music discovery and cultural research
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Residencies
Selected songwriting residencies for brands, record labels and creative communities.
Selected songwriting residencies—W Hotels x YYY Records and Future Of Records Hooklab—bringing together artists, producers, and songwriters across pop, dance, electronic, and independent music communities.
Outcomes
YYY Records × W Hotels residency led by LP Giobbi and featuring Kaleena Zanders covered by Nylon Magazine
Future of Records Hooklab residency featuring Machinedrum, Baauer & Mr. Carmack content generating more than 1M combined social media views
10+ songs developed across residency programs
Multiple collaborations entering commercial release pipelines
New works developed across pop, electronic and dance genres
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