Jamie Dominguez

Jamie Dominguez is a seasoned music industry professional with nearly 25 years of experience, currently serving as the Regional Director of Business Development & Artist Relations at Sound Royalties.14 Her career has been dedicated to supporting and guiding music creators and future executives through the complexities of the industry.

Background and Education

Born in Chicago and raised in Dallas, Texas, Jamie grew up in a music-filled household, which fostered her early passion for the art form.13 She graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Journalism, gaining experience in radio and entertainment PR during her college years.13

Career Highlights

SESAC Experience:: Jamie's music industry journey began in 2001 when she moved to New York City to work as an assistant at SESAC, a U.S. performing rights organization.1 Over the next 19 years, she rose through the ranks, eventually reaching the position of Senior Director of Creative Services.1

The Mechanical Licensing Collective:: Prior to her role at Sound Royalties, Jamie served as the National Director of Industry Relations at The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC).2 In this position, she was responsible for building relationships with industry organizations and communicating the MLC's mission to stakeholders such as songwriters, publishers, and music industry professionals.2

Current Role at Sound Royalties

At Sound Royalties, Jamie's role involves:

1. Providing the creative community with alternative funding approaches
2. Helping artists maintain creative control
3. Building transparent partnerships with creatives' best interests at the core1

Her passion for the industry is evident in her statement: "It's all about having the artist's back so they can have the freedom to create."1

Musical Influences

Jamie's musical journey began early, with her first memory of singing along to "Macho Man" by the Village People as a toddler.1 She cites Joan Jett's "I Love Rock 'n' Roll" as her first favorite song and mentions a profound admiration for Joan Jett herself.1

Throughout her career, Jamie has collaborated with creators across all genres, specializing in rights management, music publishing, artist development, and education initiatives.25 Her dedication to building a healthy music industry ecosystem and empowering creators has been a driving force in her professional journey.2