EDUCATION

Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA
Master of Music, Music Production, Expected 2027
GPA: 4.0

Southern Utah University, Cedar City, UT
Master of Music, Music Technology, 2025
GPA: 4.0 

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
Bachelor of Arts, Film, 2006

Private Study, New York City, NY
Intensive vocal training with Katie Agresta (Jon Bon Jovi, Cyndi Lauper), 2017 - Present
Bass instruction with Patrick Pfeiffer (Adam Clayton of U2, Alec Such of Bon Jovi), 2017 - Present

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Audio & Post-Production

  • Avid Certified: Pro Tools Specialist, Avid, 2024

  • After Effects I, New York University Professional Development, 2012

  • Editor’s Craft, New York University Professional Development, 2011

Systems & Engineering

  • Architecture & Systems Engineering: Models and Methods to Manage Complex Systems, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2017

  • Quantitative Methods in System Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2017

  • Model-Based Systems Engineering: Documentation and Analysis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2017

  • Models in Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2016

  • Architecture of Complex Systems, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2016

Creative Leadership & Strategy

  • Business Perspectives for Creative Leaders, Yale School of Management, 2016

Language & Communication

  • Japanese I, New York University Professional Development, 2016

Additional Certifications

  • Private Pilot Certificate, Federal Aviation Administration, 2017

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

88th Street Records, New York, NY, 2019 - Present
Music Producer, Composer
Led music production with a technical emphasis on signal chain refinement, DAW optimization, and vocal modeling. Developed repeatable workflows for multi-artist projects, integrating novel tuning systems and real-world acoustic data to inform arrangement and mixing choices.

Codigo, New York, NY, 2015 - Present
Co-founder, Engineering Director 
Directed the technical systems design and implementation for cross-media production tools, including custom DAW integrations, real-time audio/video processing pipelines, and online education infrastructure. Oversaw architecture for interactive music and learning platforms, including tools used in studio education and remote instruction.

The Big Purple Tree Creative Studio, New York, NY, 2008 - 2015
Director of Video Production 
Created instructional, training, promotional and advertising materials for corporate and government clients. Produced music videos and commercials from live events and on-set productions.

Freelance, New York, NY, 2008 - 2012
Video Producer, Editor 
Created video stories and storyboard animatics using non-linear software. Logged, transferred, and captured source video in various codecs and formats. Created assembly, rough, and final cuts.

NEP Broadcasting, New York, NY, 2008 - 2011
Production Assistant
Set up the production office, announcers’ booths, graphics rooms. Prepared, assembled, and connected video feeds and camera towers. Assisted broadcast engineers and production crew.

TEACHING & INSTRUCTION 

Private Music Instruction
2020-Present
Delivered 1:1 music lessons in bass performance, vocal technique, keyboard and MIDI, and production workflows, tailored to individual learning styles. 

Snowboarding Instruction
2008–2011
Taught private and group snowboarding lessons as an AASI-Certified Instructor, focused on skill development, safety, and confidence on varied terrain.

SELECTED CREDITS & CREATIVE WORK 

Studio Composition & Audio Production
Projects focused on songwriting, arrangement, mixing, and mastering.

Tell Me - Super Love, 2022
Music Producer, Composer, Recording & Mixing Engineer
Produced and engineered a 7/4 alt-pop track using Logic Pro X. Applied advanced MIDI editing, dynamic processing, and Autotune Graph Mode for vocal tuning. Emphasized rhythmic contrast and tonal layering.
https://on.soundcloud.com/Nq4tmP1Ts1WfVi51A 

Chill Will - Ultratech, 2023
Co-Writer, Music Producer, Mixing & Mastering Engineer
Produced a synth-driven EDM track for an emerging artist. Integrated original stems with Alchemy-based synths and recorded bass instrumentation. Executed all arrangement, compression, EQ balancing, and manual mastering.
https://on.soundcloud.com/HdkVp91uUPvepeVd8 

Integrated Music Production & Visual Direction
Full-stack projects where music production and video storytelling were developed in tandem.

The Moon - Super Love, 2022
Director, Producer, Composer, Editor
Composed and directed a stylized music video blending Motown-inspired basslines and alt-pop vocals. Captured vocals using AKG C414 XLII, programmed drums and electric piano in Logic Pro X, and handled all post-production editing and mix engineering.
https://on.soundcloud.com/TMpLyAqMMBHAr6jv6 
https://youtu.be/OROcWZKqqEM?feature=shared 

Bored - Super Love, 2022
Co-Director, Composer, Producer, Mixing Engineer
Composed and produced an alt-pop track using rock instrumentation within a pop structure. Engineered vocals with AKG C414 XLII and Autotune Pro; mixed and mastered in Logic Pro X using Chromaverb and amp modeling. Co-directed the accompanying music video.
https://on.soundcloud.com/jIJUWKF4x356gGmjbs 
https://youtu.be/hJ8loQvteN8?feature=shared 

Industry Recognition & Technical Consulting
Projects that show technical problem-solving, collaboration, and cultural recognition.

Star Wars Uncut, 2012
Assistant Director, Second Unit
Contributed to the Emmy Award-winning fan-film remake of Star Wars, coordinating second-unit directing for a segment of the crowdsourced feature. Directed by Casey Pugh; awarded by the Television Academy for Outstanding Creative Achievement in Interactive Media.

Music School - Studio Transformation, 2020
Technical Consultant
Equipped a boutique vocal and bass school technologies and resources needed for real-time online education, within the parameters of the tight Manhattan studio space. Designed a system to capture the high notes of the soprano’s taught, as well as the extreme low notes of a 6-string bass performance leading to successful remote offerings, endorsements, and sponsorships.

HONORS & AWARDS 

Phi Kappa Phi
Member, 2025 - Present
Inducted based on a 4.0 graduate GPA. Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline honor society, recognizing outstanding academic achievement.

Omicron Delta Kappa
Member, 2025 - Present
Recognized for leadership, integrity, and service across academic, artistic, and professional contributions; selected by nomination to the national leadership honor society.

PUBLICATIONS 

Watkins, Jared. Super Love: The Music of Je T’aime. 88th Street Publishing, 2024. ISBN: 979-8884411982. 
80 pages. https://www.amazon.com/Super-Love-Music-Je-Taime/dp/B0CXWX5DQG 
A behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the album Je T’aime, exploring artistic process, production techniques, and independent release strategies.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & VOLUNTEER WORK

Co-Chair, Reflections Art Competition
2022 - Present
Provide annual leadership for a community-based arts showcase supporting young creators. Coordinate event planning, artist outreach, judging, and community engagement to elevate youth participation in the visual and performing arts.

Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters
2003 - 2005
Volunteered as a youth mentor, offering creative enrichment and personal support through weekly one-on-one sessions.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS 

ISMIR
Member, 2024 - Present
Global academic community focused on the advancement of music technology, machine learning, and information retrieval.

ASCAP
Member, 2024 - Present
Performance rights organization supporting composers and publishers through licensing, advocacy, and royalties management.

AOPA (Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association)
Member, 2017 - Present
National organization supporting general aviation and private pilots.

AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts)
Member, 2016 - Present
Professional association for design, dedicated to advancing the value of design in business and culture.

SKILLS & TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES 

Instruments
Electric bass, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, piano/keys, vocals

Audio Production
Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, MIDI programming, multi-take vocal comping, EQ and dynamic processing, stereo imaging, manual mastering, track referencing

Recording & Engineering
AKG C414 XLII, Shure SM57, DI/mic blending, AKAI MPK261, acoustic treatment, signal flow optimization

Video Production
Non-linear editing (Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere), After Effects motion graphics, storyboard animatics, multi-format media handling, live and studio-based camera work

Post-Production
Sound design, ADR, Foley, color correction, compression formats, syncing audio and visual assets

Creative Direction & Technical Leadership
End-to-end media production, cross-functional team collaboration, directing on-set and in-studio, project scoping for commercial and independent content

Genres & Styles
Alt-pop, EDM, R&B, Motown-inspired soul, commercial media, narrative short form, instructional/training content