Curb | Word Music Publishing Elevates Two, Adds One
Curb | Word Music Publishing has elevated two team members and added one.
Sarah Schumacher has risen to Head of Creative, Country Publishing. Schumacher joined Curb | Word Music Publishing in 2021 as Creative Director, Country Publishing and rose to Sr. Creative Director, Country Publishing in 2023. She holds a Master of Arts, Music Industry Administration degree from California State University Northridge.
“I am so grateful to Mike Curb for giving me the opportunity to step into this role,” shares Schumacher. “I am honored to continue to represent and advocate on behalf of our incredible roster. It’s been a career highlight to find like-minded people who are passionate about curating ideas and executing goals to support the evolution of the country music genre, which has impacted my life and continues to inspire me.”
Additionally, Calista Miller has been elevated to Creative Director, Country Publishing. Miller joined the Curb | Word Music Publishing team as an intern in 2022 and officially joined the team as Creative Coordinator, Country Publishing upon graduating from Belmont University’s Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business the same year.
“I’ve learned so much in the past three years at Curb and every day it’s a privilege to work in my passion,” she shares. “I’m so grateful for the opportunity to grow in this role and continue working with our country team and incredible roster of songwriters and artists.”
Zachary Anderson has joined the team as Creative Coordinator, Country Publishing. Anderson comes from The Listening Room, where he booked shows and events for the last three years. In this role, he will collaborate with the creative team on strategic ideas across the roster.
On Anderson’s addition, Schumacher shares, “Zach has an incredible ear and fearless attitude in sharing and executing great ideas. We are thrilled for him to join our team in this exciting new season.”
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