Dwight Kennedy

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Creative Director and Writer and MusicProducer @ Universal Orlando Resort
Los Angeles, CA, US
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Los Angeles County, California, United States, United States
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About Dwight Kennedy

Professional Summary:Dwight Kennedy is a multiple award winning innovative and goal-oriented professional with over 40 years in the entertainment industry, specializing in major venues such as SPHERE Las Vegas, Universal Studios (Hollywood, Japan, Beijing, Orlando, EPIC UNIVERSE (2025), Knott's Berry Farm (Cedar Fairs), Universal CityWalk Hollywood, and Disney Parks.Professional Background:As a Producer and Director, Dwight Kennedy has a global footprint in thousands of shows and events, extending to television, film and commercial. He is a seasoned Composer, Arranger, and Music Producer, with extensive experience as a session musician. Dwight excels as a Show Creator, Writer, Director, and Creative Consultant for theme parks and corporate events globally. Dwight has performed in over 8000 events throughout his career from The Hollywood Bowl to The Grand Ole Opry to Universal Studios Japan and more loving every second of it!Areas of Expertise:-SHOW Direction, Script Writing Creative Consulting-Show Creation & Consultion-Show Production, Operation, Management & Payroll Services-MUSIC Production (Producing/Composing/Arranging/Scoring/Recording/Contracting...)-Contracting for Studio Performance (Musicians/Vocalists/Voice Over) -LIVE Events Direction & Production-Contracting for "Live Performance" (Musicians/Actors/Vocalists/Cirque/Specialty/Headliners)-EMCEE & VOICEOVER Artistry-IMPROVISATION & Acting &CoachingA multifaceted MUSICIAN, Dwight has performed worldwide, participating in numerous albums and soundtracks. He's been a featured artist at jazz festivals and events world-wide, skilled in drums, guitar and vocals. Dwight's acting and comedy are showcased in various films and TV shows, and he is an accomplished Emcee known for his engaging style.Educational Background:Dwight studied music at Duquesne University, UCLA, and the Grove School of Music. Post-graduation, he composed for television, films and commercials and worked at RKO Pictures and MGM. He founded Dwight Kennedy Music, Inc. (DKM), consulting for studios, theme parks, and event companies. His skills were further honed at CBS Studio Workshops (1997-2001) in acting, scriptwriting, and directing.

Dwight Kennedy's Current Company Details
Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Orlando Resort

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Creative Director and Writer and MusicProducer
Los Angeles, CA, US
Dwight Kennedy Work Experience Details
  • Universal Orlando Resort
    Creative Director And Writer And Musicproducer
    Universal Orlando Resort
    Los Angeles, Ca, Us
  • Sphere Entertainment Co.
    Show Director/Writer
    Sphere Entertainment Co. Jun 2023 - Present
    Las Vegas, Nevada, Us
    Robotic Operations Management/Immersive Entertainment Activations
  • Dwight Kennedy Music, Inc.
    Showcreator/Writer-Director/Musicproducer
    Dwight Kennedy Music, Inc. 1988 - Present
    www.dwightkennedy.comDwight Kennedy Music, Inc. - Overall Scope*Music Producer / Show Director / Writer /Creative Consultant for Live Events, Theme Parks (such as Universal Studios Hollywood, Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, Universal Studios/Japan, Universal Beijing Resort, LEWA Adventures/China & others), Fortune 500 Corporate Events, Television, Film and Commercial Production.*Script Writer for various mediums*Main Clients - Fortune 500 companies, Concerts, Special Events & Major Theme Parks world-wide.*Complete Production Specialists - Including Production Managing/Line Production, Payroll Services, Creative Consulting, Talent Managing, Writing, Complete Music Production & Show Direction.*Musical Contractor Specialists (Live Bands, Musicians for Recording Sessions & Live Performance)*Event Producer - Producing, Managing and Leading all aspects of high end special events such as logistics, budget, pitch, overall creative concept and design, Entertainment, Operations, Stage Management, Script Writing, Production Management and Show Direction.
  • Universal Studios Hollywood
    Showcreator/Writer-Director/Musicproducer For Universal Studios Hollywood, Citywalk & Special Events
    Universal Studios Hollywood 1990 - Present
    Universal City, Ca, Us
    ShowCreator/Writer-Director/Music Producer/ShowProducerScope of Services have included:*Production Managing/Line Production, Training, Payroll Services, Creative Consulting, Talent Managing, Writing, Complete Music Production (Recording and Writing/Composing/Arranging), Overall Production Services & Show Direction.*Music Producer-Director / Creative Consultant for Special Events, Live Shows, Premiers/Openings and Award Shows.
  • Universal Beijing Resort
    Showcreator/Writer-Director/Musicproducer
    Universal Beijing Resort Apr 2019 - Present
    北京, 北京, Cn
    *HALF-TIME SHOW! Show Director/Writer/Music Producer/USA ProducerUniversal Beijing Resort / 2024*RHYTHM DRIFTERS - Show Director/Writer/Music Producer/USA ProducerUniversal Beijing Resort - Grand Opening 2021!
  • Usj Co., Ltd. / Universal Studios Japan
    Showcreator/Writer-Director/Musicproducer/Showproducer
    Usj Co., Ltd. / Universal Studios Japan 2001 - Present
    Konohana-Ku, Osaka, Jp
    Show Director - Director of the overall show including acting, blocking and staging. Includes acting character study and improvisation training. Writer - Writer & co-Writer of numerous shows from treatment to final draft. Producer - Oversee and/or handle production details and logistics of numerous shows from treatment, concept, design, finance/budget, casting, costuming, music, operations, communication, production timeline & scheduling, Music Producer - Composer /Arranger, Musical Contractor, Studio Producer for recording, mixing and mastering of numerous shows.Music Director - Directed and trained live performers (musicians, singers, dancers, specialty acts)Creative Consultant - Worked with USJ Entertainment Team/Marketing Division to create shows targeted towards specific demographics and themes.
  • Knott'S Berry Farm
    Showcreator/Writer-Director/Musicproducer/Producer/Performer
    Knott'S Berry Farm Jun 2017 - Present
    Buena Park, Ca, Us
    Performer/Musician/Writer/Actor for live shows:-The Mighty Tornadoes! [2022-]-Jitterbug pOP! NYE Celebration! [2021-]-Tinsel Top Club w/ The Le Jazz Hot Swing Band 2021-]-Christmas Clatter! [2021-]-Gore-ing 20’s [Knott’s Scary Farm][2021-]-PIANOMANIA! (Dueling Pianos) [2018-Present]-Swing-time Jamboree! [NYE 2018 - Present-Ride The Tide (Summer Surf Safari)[2017-Present]-A Rockin' Reindeer Christmas [2017-Present]-Boysenberry Blues [2019 - Present]
  • Disneyland Resort
    Showcreator/Writer-Director/Musicproducer
    Disneyland Resort Jan 1990 - Present
    Anaheim, Us
    Providing Specialty Musical Acts, Music Production, Direction, Script Writing, Musical Arranging, Show Creation, Creative Consulting and Talent Management.
  • Professional Emcee
    Emcee/Voiceover
    Professional Emcee 1990 - Present
    Dwight Kennedy has MC’d for over 6000 events with clients such as:Microsoft, Audi, Toyota, Ford, Valero Energy, AT&T, CVS Caremark, Exxon, Fannie Mae, UnitedHealth Group, Hewlett-Packard, Cosco, Target, Bank Of America, IMB, Citigroup, Wells Fargo, Boeing, Procter & Gamble, Home Depot, Wellpoint, Johnson & Johnson, A.I.G., State Farm, MetLife, PepsiCo, Comcast, ConocoPhillips, Dow Chemical, UPS, Pfizer, Lowe’s, Intel Corporation, Cisco Systems, Aetna, Lockheed Martin, Walt Disney Company, Sysco Corp., FedEx, Merck & Co., Safeway, Goldman Sachs Group, Honeywell Int., Delta Air Lines, Oracle, Morgan Stanley, American Express, Nationwide, Mutual Insurance, Capital One, CIGNA, Time Warner, Fluor Corp., Avnet, Inc., Rite Aid Corp., Emerson Electric Co., Capital One Financial, Raytheon, US Foods, Xerox Corp., Arrow Electronics, Kimberly-Clark Corp., Global Partners LP, AbbVie Inc., Amgen Inc., St. Joseph Hospital, Honda, B/S/H [Bosch/Thermador/Gagganeau], Southwest Airlines, Bank Of America, and many more...
  • Lewa Adventure
    Composer (Original Songs) / Music Producer
    Lewa Adventure Apr 2015 - Present
    Show Title: The Magical Forest! (2015) - Original Songs (7)/Music Producer/MusicComposed 7 original songs and incidental music for a theme park show.Scope: Songwriter/Composer/Arranger/Vocal Arranger/Music ProducerProduced all tracks and music for the show.Director: Robert KeithScript Writer: Jake Lockwood
  • Xsbn Park
    Writer / Music Supervisor
    Xsbn Park 2015 - Present
    Show Title: Song of The Mermaid (2015) - Script Writer*Writer for Original Live Action Water Stunt Show for a new theme park in China.Show Title: Song of The Mermaid (2015) - Music Supervisor/Consultant
  • The Ed Asner Family Center
    Director/Writer/Music Producer/Producer & Board Member
    The Ed Asner Family Center Sep 2018 - Jul 2020
    Writer/Director/Music Producer for live concerts, shows and fundraising events.Board Member and advocate for those on the autism spectrum. Dwight Kennedy has been an active advocate since 1997.
  • Mgm
    Music Dept. - Tv & Film
    Mgm 1990 - 1993
    Beverly Hills, Ca., Us
    Music Department for Television and Film divisions.
  • Rko Pictures
    Production/Post Production - Film
    Rko Pictures 1988 - 1990
    Us
    Creative Services & Post Production Dept. for film division of RKO Pictures.

Dwight Kennedy Skills

Entertainment Live Events Film Event Management Music Corporate Events Television Stage Management Musical Theatre Festivals Event Planning Comedy Music Production Improvisation Production Management Acting Post Production Video Production Film Production Creative Direction Band Theatre Concerts Video Casting Customer Service Stage Recording Performing Arts Commercials Theme Parks Feature Films Sound Composition Songs Budgets Theatrical Production Writing Public Speaking Trade Shows Hospitality Special Events Creative Writing Drama Emcee Screenwriting Studio Recording Special Events Production Songwriting

Dwight Kennedy Education Details

  • Ucla
    Ucla
    Music Performance/Percussion
  • Cbs Film Industry Workshops International
    Cbs Film Industry Workshops International
    Theatrical)
  • Grove School Of Music
    Grove School Of Music
    Music Composition/Arranging/Producing
  • Duquesne University
    Duquesne University
    Music Performance
  • Upper St Clair High School
    Upper St Clair High School

Frequently Asked Questions about Dwight Kennedy

What company does Dwight Kennedy work for?

Dwight Kennedy works for Universal Orlando Resort

What is Dwight Kennedy's role at the current company?

Dwight Kennedy's current role is Creative Director and Writer and MusicProducer.

What is Dwight Kennedy's email address?

Dwight Kennedy's email address is dk****@****edy.com

What schools did Dwight Kennedy attend?

Dwight Kennedy attended Ucla, Cbs Film Industry Workshops International, Grove School Of Music, Duquesne University, Upper St Clair High School.

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Dwight Kennedy has skills like Entertainment, Live Events, Film, Event Management, Music, Corporate Events, Television, Stage Management, Musical Theatre, Festivals, Event Planning, Comedy.

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