Downwrite Employee Directory
MusiciansIllinois, United States2-10 Employees
Downwrite is a Chicago-based platform that offers a music commissioning experience designed to connect fans with artists for personalized songs. The service enables artists to set their own pricing and project scope, receiving compensation as they build their brand and develop new inspiration, while each completed commission becomes an asset with potential royalties. Fans participate by sharing stories and selecting from customized packages, collaborating with artists through an integrated messaging system, and adding extras such as live-performance video, with a personal note from the artist attached to each finished piece. Founded in 2013, the company positions itself at the intersection of music, fan engagement, and creator economics, aiming to support musicians and songwriters through future options like subscription models and sponsorship opportunities. Downwrite is directed toward a diverse range of commissioned works, including first dances, film scores, podcast intros, and corporate anthems, and seeks to foster a community that blends fans, creators, and investors around new avenues for artistic and economic value.