I am a seasoned executive and creative professional with over 30 years of leadership experience in music production, multimedia content creation, investor relations, and large-scale real estate development. I have a track record of securing multimillion-dollar funding, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering innovative, high-profile projects. I’ve built lasting relationships with artists, producers, and stakeholders across music, film, and technology, and I’m known for strategic thinking, operational execution, and a deep understanding of the creative ecosystem. Projects have included: “MARIANNE FAITHFUL” Marianne Faithful - Working Class Hero - Assistant Engineer “JERRY JEFF WALKER” Jerry Jeff Walker - Recording Engineer “MARIANI” MARIANI - Lead Vocalist “CHRIS CROSS” Christopher Cross - Engineer “SEVEN WORLDS” Eric Johnson – Producer/Engineer/Co-Writer “LIVING IN AMERICA” "ROCKY IV" James Brown - Assisted Producer Dan Hartman & Stevie Ray Vaughan “THE ELECTROMAGNETS” The Electromagnets - Engineer “INSIDE/OUT” Jay Aaron - Artist/Producer/Engineer “THE BODYSNATCHERS” The Bodysnatchers - Producer/Engineer “WAYNE'S WORLD” Robert Plant - Assistant Engineer “CRAZY FROM THE HEAT” David Lee Roth - “California Girls” Remix Assistant “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” – Eric Johnson - Producer / Engineer “ROSEBUD” – Stephen Doster - Producer / Engineer “STEAMBOAT, BEYOND 6TH ST.” Documentary – Executive Producer This award winning (SXSW) 1999 documentary takes place during the last 10 days of one of Austin’s last and most famous live venues, with celebrity interviews and 30 performances. Since 1979, Steamboat helped launch the careers of such artists as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Johnson, and Christopher Cross.

Jay Aaron Podolnick

I am a seasoned executive and creative professional with over 30 years of leadership experience in music production, multimedia content creation, investor relations, and large-scale real estate development. I have a track record of securing multimillion-dollar funding, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering innovative, high-profile projects. I’ve built lasting relationships with artists, producers, and stakeholders across music, film, and technology, and I’m known for strategic thinking, operational execution, and a deep understanding of the creative ecosystem. Projects have included: “MARIANNE FAITHFUL” Marianne Faithful - Working Class Hero - Assistant Engineer “JERRY JEFF WALKER” Jerry Jeff Walker - Recording Engineer “MARIANI” MARIANI - Lead Vocalist “CHRIS CROSS” Christopher Cross - Engineer “SEVEN WORLDS” Eric Johnson – Producer/Engineer/Co-Writer “LIVING IN AMERICA” "ROCKY IV" James Brown - Assisted Producer Dan Hartman & Stevie Ray Vaughan “THE ELECTROMAGNETS” The Electromagnets - Engineer “INSIDE/OUT” Jay Aaron - Artist/Producer/Engineer “THE BODYSNATCHERS” The Bodysnatchers - Producer/Engineer “WAYNE'S WORLD” Robert Plant - Assistant Engineer “CRAZY FROM THE HEAT” David Lee Roth - “California Girls” Remix Assistant “AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” – Eric Johnson - Producer / Engineer “ROSEBUD” – Stephen Doster - Producer / Engineer “STEAMBOAT, BEYOND 6TH ST.” Documentary – Executive Producer This award winning (SXSW) 1999 documentary takes place during the last 10 days of one of Austin’s last and most famous live venues, with celebrity interviews and 30 performances. Since 1979, Steamboat helped launch the careers of such artists as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Johnson, and Christopher Cross.

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I am a seasoned executive and creative professional with over 30 years of leadership experience in music production, multimedia content creation, investor relations, and large-scale real estate development. I have a track record of securing multimillion-dollar funding, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering innovative, high-profile projects.

I’ve built lasting relationships with artists, producers, and stakeholders across music, film, and technology, and I’m known for strategic thinking, operational execution, and a deep understanding of the creative ecosystem.

Projects have included:
“MARIANNE FAITHFUL” Marianne Faithful - Working Class Hero - Assistant Engineer
“JERRY JEFF WALKER” Jerry Jeff Walker - Recording Engineer
“MARIANI” MARIANI - Lead Vocalist
“CHRIS CROSS” Christopher Cross - Engineer
“SEVEN WORLDS” Eric Johnson – Producer/Engineer/Co-Writer
“LIVING IN AMERICA” “ROCKY IV” James Brown - Assisted Producer Dan Hartman & Stevie Ray Vaughan
“THE ELECTROMAGNETS” The Electromagnets - Engineer
“INSIDE/OUT” Jay Aaron - Artist/Producer/Engineer
“THE BODYSNATCHERS” The Bodysnatchers - Producer/Engineer
“WAYNE’S WORLD” Robert Plant - Assistant Engineer
“CRAZY FROM THE HEAT” David Lee Roth - “California Girls” Remix Assistant
“AUSTIN CITY LIMITS” – Eric Johnson - Producer / Engineer
“ROSEBUD” – Stephen Doster - Producer / Engineer
“STEAMBOAT, BEYOND 6TH ST.” Documentary – Executive Producer
This award winning (SXSW) 1999 documentary takes place during the last 10 days of one of Austin’s last and most famous live venues, with celebrity interviews and 30 performances. Since 1979, Steamboat helped launch the careers of such artists as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Johnson, and Christopher Cross.

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Work Experience

Senior Vice President, Investor Relations at Krowdz
August 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Directed fundraising strategy to secure startup capital. Developed and delivered investor pitch materials for funding rounds. Built and managed relationships with prospective investors and stakeholders.
Visitor Services Representative at Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Managed daily admissions, transactions, and customer interactions. Provided accurate information on exhibits, events, and museum facilities. Collaborated with departments to deliver a seamless guest experience.
Producer at Production-For
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Delivered creative oversight and project management for multimedia productions. Applied decades of music industry experience to guide narrative and audio development.
CEO & Chief Creative Officer at Villa Muse Studios
March 1, 2014 - March 1, 2014
Founded and led a $1.3 billion multimedia studio and land development project. Negotiated funding, assembled cross-disciplinary teams, and directed creative strategy. Oversaw planning, operations, and branding for film, music, and mixed-use development.
Recording Artist at Warner Bros. International
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993
Released Inside/Out solo album and performed alongside major artists including Deep Purple, ZZ Top, The Cars, Hall & Oates, The Beach Boys, The Moody Blues, Kansas, Triumph, Jack Bruce, Robin Trower, and more.
Jingle Singer / Producer at Sun Dragon Studios
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1986
Produced and performed vocal work for national and regional advertising campaigns. Delivered broadcast-ready jingles for major brands. Collaborated with agencies, composers, and session musicians in high-volume commercial environments.
Founder / Owner at Odyssey Sound Studios
January 1, 1978 - January 1, 1978
Established Texas’s first 24-track commercial recording facility. Produced and engineered sessions for rising and established artists. Played a pivotal role in developing Austin’s music infrastructure and identity. Sold the studio in 1978 to Grammy Award-winning artist Christopher Cross.

Education

at Holy Cross HS (Austin)
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025
at University of Texas (Austin)
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction