Hi, I'm Lonnie James, a multimedia artist and audio producer (working under the pseudonym JAMES AVATAR for over 20 years) with a passion for blending sound, music, and online content to help indie artists and startups shine. Based in New York, I love collaborating with creative teams to bring ideas to life and craft compelling content for brand experiences. I'd love to explore how my original musical compositions might support emerging projects in film, TV, advertising or digital media. My personal archive of musical works is brimming with content of varied genres. From immersive soundscapes and beat-driven backgrounds to catchy Holiday tunes or Children's songs, my production style combines commercial precision with creative range- ideal for contemporary sync placements. Look forward to working with you. _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

Lonnie James

Hi, I'm Lonnie James, a multimedia artist and audio producer (working under the pseudonym JAMES AVATAR for over 20 years) with a passion for blending sound, music, and online content to help indie artists and startups shine. Based in New York, I love collaborating with creative teams to bring ideas to life and craft compelling content for brand experiences. I'd love to explore how my original musical compositions might support emerging projects in film, TV, advertising or digital media. My personal archive of musical works is brimming with content of varied genres. From immersive soundscapes and beat-driven backgrounds to catchy Holiday tunes or Children's songs, my production style combines commercial precision with creative range- ideal for contemporary sync placements. Look forward to working with you. _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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Hi, I’m Lonnie James, a multimedia artist and audio producer (working under the pseudonym JAMES AVATAR for over 20 years) with a passion for blending sound, music, and online content to help indie artists and startups shine. Based in New York, I love collaborating with creative teams to bring ideas to life and craft compelling content for brand experiences.

I’d love to explore how my original musical compositions might support emerging projects in film, TV, advertising or digital media. My personal archive of musical works is brimming with content of varied genres.

From immersive soundscapes and beat-driven backgrounds to catchy Holiday tunes or Children’s songs, my production style combines commercial precision with creative range- ideal for contemporary sync placements.

Look forward to working with you.

Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Front Of House Manager, Social Media Influencer at Comfortland Restaurant
October 1, 2013 - October 30, 2025
Weekend FOH manager, brand ambassador and online content producer.
Founder / Creative Director at Avatar Media
January 1, 2000 - October 30, 2025
Freelance online content producer and copy writer for indie artists, producers and emerging startups.
Music Director at Visionary Media, New York
October 1, 1999 - October 1, 1999
Music Director, Audio Engineer and Voice over talent for “WHIRLGIRL”; animated Web series; 1997.
Producer, Performer, Copywriter, Artist Development at Downtown Recorders, Boston, MA
October 1, 1995 - October 1, 1995
Producer, performer, copywriter, artist development.

Education

Degree at Dobbs Ferry High School, Dobbs Ferry, NY
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025
Artist-in-Residence / no Degree at SUNY Purchase, Purchase, NY
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025

Qualifications

Boston Music Award Nominee for Outstanding New Rap Act
January 11, 2030 - October 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality