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Hi, I’m Janelle M. Knespel—a creative director, music supervisor, and licensing professional blending art, storytelling, and business to empower artists and brands. I lead Viridian Media Arts and JK Music Licensing, collaborating with composers, writers, labels, and rights holders to craft authentic sonic narratives across film, documentary, and education. I’m an educator and practitioner, mentoring students and guiding career development while exploring emerging technologies and cross-disciplinary media. I’m committed to building inclusive teams and fostering mentorship to navigate the evolving music and media industries.…Hi, I’m Janelle M. Knespel—a creative director, music supervisor, and licensing professional blending art, storytelling, and business to empower artists and brands. I lead Viridian Media Arts and JK Music Licensing, collaborating with composers, writers, labels, and rights holders to craft authentic sonic narratives across film, documentary, and education. I’m an educator and practitioner, mentoring students and guiding career development while exploring emerging technologies and cross-disciplinary media. I’m committed to building inclusive teams and fostering mentorship to navigate the evolving music and media industries.

Janelle M. Knespel

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Hi, I’m Janelle M. Knespel—a creative director, music supervisor, and licensing professional blending art, storytelling, and business to empower artists and brands. I lead Viridian Media Arts and JK Music Licensing, collaborating with composers, writers, labels, and rights holders to craft authentic sonic narratives across film, documentary, and education. I’m an educator and practitioner, mentoring students and guiding career development while exploring emerging technologies and cross-disciplinary media. I’m committed to building inclusive teams and fostering mentorship to navigate the evolving music and media industries.…Hi, I’m Janelle M. Knespel—a creative director, music supervisor, and licensing professional blending art, storytelling, and business to empower artists and brands. I lead Viridian Media Arts and JK Music Licensing, collaborating with composers, writers, labels, and rights holders to craft authentic sonic narratives across film, documentary, and education. I’m an educator and practitioner, mentoring students and guiding career development while exploring emerging technologies and cross-disciplinary media. I’m committed to building inclusive teams and fostering mentorship to navigate the evolving music and media industries.

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Hi, I’m Janelle M. Knespel—a creative director, music supervisor, and licensing professional blending art, storytelling, and business to empower artists and brands. I lead Viridian Media Arts and JK Music Licensing, collaborating with composers, writers, labels, and rights holders to craft authentic sonic narratives across film, documentary, and education.

I’m an educator and practitioner, mentoring students and guiding career development while exploring emerging technologies and cross-disciplinary media. I’m committed to building inclusive teams and fostering mentorship to navigate the evolving music and media industries.

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

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Language

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Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at Viridian Media Arts

August 31, 2025 - Present

Lead projects blending music, storytelling, and cross-disciplinary media; produce immersive audio experiences and mentor narrators and production staff; oversee creative direction, licensing, and collaborations with artists and tech teams.

Adjunct Instructor / Faculty at University of Colorado Denver

January 1, 2025 - Present

Teach courses in music business, sync licensing, and metadata strategies; mentor students in professional development and career strategies; develop curricula incorporating emerging technologies and industry trends.

Volunteer at Telluride Film Festival & Denver Film

January 1, 2023 - Present

Support festival operations, facilitating seamless execution of screenings, events, and artist engagement.

Founder & Head of Music Supervision at J|K Music Licensing, LLC

November 1, 2020 - Present

Music supervision and licensing for independent films, documentaries, and digital media; build strategic relationships with artists, labels, and rights holders to secure compelling placements; manage budgets, rights clearance, and integration of emerging technologies.

Performance Clinician & Educator at Colorado — Private & Group Instruction

January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2017

Guided high school choirs and individual performers to improve musical literacy, performance skills, and competition scores. Provided career and educational counseling to young musicians pursuing professional and collegiate paths.