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I am Damien Curry, Emmy-winning music producer and product leader specializing in professional audio technology and music production. Based in Sherman Oaks, I drive global product development, marketing strategy, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative solutions for the professional audio market.
My track record includes leading multi-million-dollar revenue growth, launching new consumer and pro-sound products, and guiding educational partnerships and industry influencers. I have served as a DE&I leader and built partnerships with studios and educational facilities while composing and producing award-winning television music.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
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Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Global Product Line Manager – JBL Professional, Recording & Broadcast + AKG Professional Headphones at Harman International
January 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025Led the development and launch of innovative audio products, managing a $50M studio monitor and headphone business across North & South America, EMEA, and APAC. Developed AKG's first pro consumer headphone, generating $12.1M incremental revenue over three years. Won the TEC Award for Best Professional Headphone. Directed product road map, lifecycle management, testing, and validation for hardware and software solutions. Supported global marketing activations and established partnerships with educational facilities, studios, and industry influencers. Featured guest on Pensado's Place discussing professional headphone innovation. Served as DE&I Leader for the Black Employee Resource Group, West Coast Site Director.
Manager - Marketing Partnerships at Guitar Center Inc.
May 1, 2015 - October 7, 2025Created a new vendor-paid digital advertising sales channel, generating $3.2M -$5M in revenue over five years. Implemented a pro-of-performance system, boosting advertising revenue from $2M in year one to $7.5M by year five. Developed and supported marketing initiatives, including Guitar Center Sessions and local skill-based contests. Conducted marketing competitive analysis and managed content creation for digital campaigns.
Composer, Producer, Mixer at Diamond Mine Productions
June 1, 2005 - PresentComposed and produced over 1,000 tracks for Emmy Award-winning daytime television shows, including Entertainment Tonight, Dr. Phil, and The Doctors. Provided music for networks like OWN, Ellen DeGeneres, and Rachel Ray, with widespread local and international distribution.
Global Product Line Manager – JBL Professional, Recording & Broadcast + AKG Professional Headphones at Harman International
January 1, 2025 - October 13, 2025Led the development and launch of innovative audio products, managing a $50M studio-monitor and headphone business across North & South America, EMEA, and APAC. Developed AKG’s first pro consumer headphone, generating $12.1M in incremental revenue over three years. Won the TEC Award for Best Professional Headphone. Directed product road map, lifecycle management, testing, and validation for hardware and software solutions. Supported global marketing actions and established partnerships with educational facilities, studios, and industry influencers. Featured guest on Pensado’s Place discussing professional headphone innovation. Served as DE&I Leader for the Black Employee Resource Group, West Coast Site Director.
Manager - Marketing Partnerships at Guitar Center Inc.
May 1, 2015 - October 13, 2025Created a new vendor-paid digital advertising sales channel, generating $3.2M-$5M in revenue over five years. Implemented a proof-of-performance system, boosting advertising revenue from $2M in year one to $7.5M by year five. Developed and supported marketing initiatives, including Guitar Center Sessions and local skill-based contests. Conducted marketing competitive analysis and managed content creation for digital campaigns.
Composer, Producer, Mixer at Diamond Mine Productions
June 1, 2005 - PresentComposed and produced over 1,000 tracks for Emmy Award-winning daytime television shows, including Entertainment Tonight, Dr. Phil, and The Doctors. Provided music for networks like OWN, Ellen DeGeneres, and Rachel Ray, with widespread local and international distribution.
Global Product Line Manager – JBL Professional, Recording & Broadcast + AKG Professional Headphones at Harman International
January 1, 2025 - October 13, 2025Led the development and launch of innovative audio products, managing a $50M studio monitor and headphone business across North & South America, EMEA, and APAC.
Manager - Marketing Partnerships at Guitar Center Inc.
May 1, 2015 - October 13, 2025Created a new vendor-paid digital advertising sales channel, generating $3.2M-$5M in revenue over five years. Implemented a pro-of-performance system, boosting advertising revenue from $2M in year one to $7.5M by year five. Developed and supported marketing initiatives, including Guitar Center Sessions and local skill-based contests. Conducted marketing competitive analysis and managed content creation for digital campaigns.
Composer, Producer, Mixer at Diamond Mine Productions
June 1, 2005 - PresentComposed and produced over 1,000 tracks for Emmy Award-winning daytime television shows, including Entertainment Tonight, Dr. Phil, and The Doctors. Provided music for networks like OWN, Ellen DeGeneres, and Rachel Ray, with widespread local and international distribution.
Education
Qualifications
IBM Product Management – Introduction Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025Dante Certified – Level 3
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025IBM Product Management – Introduction Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Dante Certified – Level 3
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025IBM Product Management – Introduction Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Dante Certified – Level 3
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
This project contains a diverse assortment of music compositions that I have created and released over the years. Some of these have been released this year.
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