Hi, I’m David B. Warren, a composer and creative director with extensive experience leading teams and delivering original music and design across film, television, and digital media. I’ve produced scores and branding elements for projects like a San Diego ABC news theme and Minnesota Public Broadcasting, and I’m comfortable juggling creative direction, design, and music under tight deadlines. I’cw expanded my education with a Master of Music in Film Scoring from Berklee and continuing studies in entertainment design and scoring at UCLA Extension. At DB Creative, Inc., I oversee web/film/video design, editing, and recording, collaborating with international clients and guiding teams to best outcomes.

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Hi, I’m David B. Warren, a composer and creative director with extensive experience leading teams and delivering original music and design across film, television, and digital media. I’ve produced scores and branding elements for projects like a San Diego ABC news theme and Minnesota Public Broadcasting, and I’m comfortable juggling creative direction, design, and music under tight deadlines. I’cw expanded my education with a Master of Music in Film Scoring from Berklee and continuing studies in entertainment design and scoring at UCLA Extension. At DB Creative, Inc., I oversee web/film/video design, editing, and recording, collaborating with international clients and guiding teams to best outcomes.

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Hi, I’m David B. Warren, a composer and creative director with extensive experience leading teams and delivering original music and design across film, television, and digital media. I’ve produced scores and branding elements for projects like a San Diego ABC news theme and Minnesota Public Broadcasting, and I’m comfortable juggling creative direction, design, and music under tight deadlines.

I’cw expanded my education with a Master of Music in Film Scoring from Berklee and continuing studies in entertainment design and scoring at UCLA Extension. At DB Creative, Inc., I oversee web/film/video design, editing, and recording, collaborating with international clients and guiding teams to best outcomes.

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Work Experience

Creative Director, Designer and Composer at DB Creative, Inc.
January 1, 2002 - Present
Lead the daily operations of a creative agency, specializing in web/film/video design, editing, music composition, and recording. Coordinate international client projects and timelines, and manage employees. Communicate directly with clients to understand their creative needs and to develop the best possible outcomes. Some past and current clients include VA Health, NFL Chargers Football, and Stryker Communications.
Composer Assistant, Intern at Joey Newman Music
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Assisted with virtual instrument setup, sound library organization, and tracked progress in database software for projects, including a Peacock documentary and a Hallmark feature film.
Associate Producer at Swing Pictures, LLC
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Worked on post production, music licensing, placement, budget & marketing roles for major documentary, as well as the development of additional film and television projects.
Managing Editor / Founder at Showratings, Inc.
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Television series rating and review company. Supervised the editor-in-chief, writers, and social media team. Forged partnerships with publishers and content providers to boost exposure and marketing efforts.
Art Director, Director of Design Department, Creative Services at KGTV - ABC
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
Creative direction and broadcast design for news and all station departments. Projects included both visual design and music/audio. Managed design department, including project timeline/deadlines, budget, and employee administration.

Education

Master of Music in Film Scoring at Berklee College of Music
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
BA – Visual Arts (TV/Film Media) at University of California – San Diego
January 11, 2030 - March 22, 2026
Entertainment Studies Coursework at University of California – Los Angeles Extension, Dept. of Entertainment Studies
January 11, 2030 - March 22, 2026

Qualifications

Accredited music composition contributor for Getty Music Advisory Board Member, Vista Unified School District Career & Technical Education
January 11, 2030 - March 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education