Keynote - Miami 2026 at IMSTA FESTA

12PM | Jimmy Douglass KEYNOTE

4x GRAMMY-Winning Recording Engineer & Producer

Speaker: The music industry is evolving faster than ever, and few engineers have shaped its sound more than Jimmy Douglass, also known as “The Senator.” In this keynote, he will explore how producers, engineers, and artists can adapt, innovate, and push creative boundaries in a rapidly changing landscape. Drawing from more than four decades of experience, Jimmy will share how unconventional studio techniques and bold creative decisions can help records move beyond genre limitations and stand out in today’s music environment. Jimmy Douglass is a four time GRAMMY winning recording engineer and record producer whose career spans over 40 years. He is widely recognized for bringing a raw edge to sound and introducing a heavy funk inspired bass aesthetic into rock music, while working across a wide range of genres. His credits and collaborations have placed him among the most respected engineers and mixers in the world, with a reputation for helping artists achieve distinctive and impactful recordings.