Hi, I'm Steve Barry. I've spent the last several decades immersed in creativity, entertainment, and sales, combining my passion for music, photography, video production, and technical skills to deliver outstanding results. From producing critically acclaimed albums and managing successful ecommerce businesses to working with major studios like Paramount Pictures, I've built a diverse career that keeps me evolving and learning. I thrive in challenging environments where I can solve problems, manage teams, and use my technical and artistic talents to make an impact. Whether it's behind the camera, in the studio, or creating marketing strategies, I bring enthusiasm, reliability, and a strong work ethic to everything I do.

Steve Barry

Hi, I'm Steve Barry. I've spent the last several decades immersed in creativity, entertainment, and sales, combining my passion for music, photography, video production, and technical skills to deliver outstanding results. From producing critically acclaimed albums and managing successful ecommerce businesses to working with major studios like Paramount Pictures, I've built a diverse career that keeps me evolving and learning. I thrive in challenging environments where I can solve problems, manage teams, and use my technical and artistic talents to make an impact. Whether it's behind the camera, in the studio, or creating marketing strategies, I bring enthusiasm, reliability, and a strong work ethic to everything I do.

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Hi, I’m Steve Barry. I’ve spent the last several decades immersed in creativity, entertainment, and sales, combining my passion for music, photography, video production, and technical skills to deliver outstanding results. From producing critically acclaimed albums and managing successful ecommerce businesses to working with major studios like Paramount Pictures, I’ve built a diverse career that keeps me evolving and learning.

I thrive in challenging environments where I can solve problems, manage teams, and use my technical and artistic talents to make an impact. Whether it’s behind the camera, in the studio, or creating marketing strategies, I bring enthusiasm, reliability, and a strong work ethic to everything I do.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Head Photographer at Product Image Pro
February 1, 2014 - Present
Create high-end commercial photography specializing in product photography and catalog asset creation for retail and corporate clients. Responsible for client consultation, scheduling photo shoots, coordinating models and product samples, equipment setup and maintenance, creative direction, image editing and retouching using Capture One, Lightroom, and Photoshop. Also perform commercial video production including storyboarding, filming, and non-linear editing with Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and Final Cut Pro. Manage delivery of final assets, invoicing, and marketing.
Founding Owner at cooldiscountinstruments.com
July 31, 2014 - July 15, 2025
Founded an online retail musical instrument sales company, growing it from a garage startup with less than $5,000 seed money to an operation with $1.2M annual sales and 8 employees. Managed profitability during the recession by optimizing product lines, advertising campaigns, online lessons, and marketplaces. Sold the company to a mentored ex-employee and transitioned to a consultant role.
Assistant to Head Production Accountant at Paramount Pictures
September 30, 2003 - July 15, 2025
Supported the Head Production Accountant for the film 'Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star' by acquiring necessary production items, authorizing expenditures, and ensuring timely payment of personnel. Also assisted the head recording engineer during post-production with voiceovers, scoring, and studio recording of a child-actor spoof track for the film.
Owner/Manager at Baby Barry Music
November 1, 1995 - Present
Maintain and manage a catalog of over fifty musical works with writing and publishing interests. Liaise with film, television, and video game music supervisors for song clearances and synchronization licenses. Reconcile ASCAP royalty reports and negotiate fees for creative projects.
Producer at Cirrus
September 30, 2003 - July 15, 2025
Co-founded and operated as a member of the musical group Cirrus, writing, performing, and producing three full-length studio albums with multiple Billboard dance chart hits. Managed tours, liaised with agents and venues, oversaw music production, recording, editing, and live show direction. Licensed original music to films, TV, video games, and commercials.
MIDI Studio Manager at Soundcastle Studios
February 28, 1995 - July 15, 2025
Designed and managed a MIDI and digital audio studio within Soundcastle Studios, including equipment acquisition, configuration, client solicitation, and studio management during a period of technological transition in the music recording industry.
2nd Engineer at Studio 56
September 30, 1993 - July 15, 2025
Started as an intern/runner performing basic studio tasks such as cleaning, driving for deliveries, and assisting talent, then promoted to 2nd Engineer. Responsibilities included documenting equipment settings, maintaining tape machines, inventory, assisting during sessions with notable artists, and supporting recording activities.

Education

Associate of Arts Degree at Golden West College
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1995
Associate of Arts Degree at Cypress College
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1992

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Consumer Goods