Meet Jason Reiser | Music Producer, Media Composer and Audio Engineer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Jason Reiser and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jason, is there something you can share with us that those outside of the industry might not be aware of?
One thing about the music industry that outsiders are probably unaware of is the importance of advertising your skillset and marketing yourself as a brand. Many of us in the music industry are experts at creating and channeling our artistry, but often overlook the business-side of what we do, which is building a brand and marketing our services to potential clients.

Ultimately, anyone with a career in the music industry has to be a salesman in order to be successful. While it is endlessly rewarding for creatives to create, we must also think critically about the best ways to connect with clients, whether it be building an audience on social media, curating an email list, or advertising through a dedicated website.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I think what sets me and my music apart from others is my general instinct towards simplicity. I’ve never been the most technical pianist, and often gravitate towards ideas that are so simple that they seem like fundamental truths. Sometimes I would work on a piece of music for many days, only for me to realize that the best version of it was the rough draft that I had improvised and recorded on my iPhone. In all my music, I try to find a unique balance between pushing the boundaries and inherent simplicity.

I am most proud of my work I’ve done as a recording engineer over the last 2 years in Miami, FL. I have had the opportunity to work with so many talented artists, and help them reach their vision for their art. It is always amazing when you are working with artists in the studio and feel like you are contributing to a magic that is greater than the sum of its parts. There is no better feeling than building a level of trust with an artist, collaborating on creative decisions during the recording process, and seeing big smiles at the end of a session.

Currently, I am interning at the world-famous Electric Lady Studios in Greenwich Village, and am very proud to be a part of the team there. One of the lessons I’ve learned from engineering and from interning is to have an attitude of service. Composers, producers and audio engineers are in the service industry, and it is our job to help the team in any way possible to best deliver on the client’s vision and story. Ultimately, anybody can learn the technical aspects of a career in music, but is much harder to teach humility, helpfulness, problem-solving mentality and an attitude of service.

I want the world to know that whether it is a movie, television show, commercial, trailer, album, podcast, etc. I am confident that I can enhance your story with my music. Music has been and will always be my passion, and I feel fortunate to wake up every day excited about my career!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
There is always so much to do in NYC! First I’d take them out to lunch in Greenwich Village; you could throw a rock and hit a number of amazing restaurants in that area. Then we could hang out in Washington Square Park, which is so lively and filled with interesting people. Maybe we’d sit down and enjoy some live music from park-goers, sit down and play some chess with the regulars, or just enjoy the scenery of the water fountains. At night, we could catch a broadway show or a concert at any of the wonderful venues in the city. If they’ve never been to New York City, I’d definitely want to take them on the ferry, see the Statue of Liberty, and go to Time Square and see all the fun lights and billboards. The amount of things to do in NYC is infinite, I could go on and on, but those are some of the highlights I would make sure to do with my friend when they visit.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
First and foremost, I’d like to thank my parents for their continuous support; I’m so lucky to have supportive parents who encourage me to chase my dream of having a career in the music industry. I’d like to thank my long-time piano teacher John Gatti for continuously inspiring me to push myself musically, and for keeping my passion for music alive and well over the years. I’d like to thank Stephen Anderson, Allen Anderson, Lee Weisert, and everyone in the UNC Chapel Hill Music Department who supported and encouraged me during my undergraduate studies in music. And last (but not least), I’d like to thank Camilo Rodriguez, Carlos Rivera, Randy Barlow, Pauly Germán and the entire Media Scoring and Production Masters Program faculty at the University of Miami for their dedicated mentorship and endless wisdom as I pursued my Masters degree.

Website: https://jasonreisermusic.com

Instagram: @prodjayrez

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-reiser188/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@prodjayrez

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Image Credits
Diego Clavixus