April Bender
Los Angeles
Summary
Songwriter, vocalist, vocal producer, and recording artist with 13+ years of professional experience. Berklee College of Music graduate specializing in songwriting, vocal performance, and music business. Credits include Tiesto, Gryffin, Lukas Graham, Betty Who, Eric Nam, ITZY, Benny Benassi, R3HAB, and others. ASCAP Foundation Songwriting Award winner, 5 Billboard #1s, and Gold Record recipient in two countries. Experienced educator with a passion for practical, real-world songwriting instruction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Voice Over
Various
Los Angeles
01.2015 - Current
- Performed voice over recordings for TV shows, Films, commercials, audiobooks, and animations, ensuring clarity and emotional connection.
- Provided vocals for both singing and acting roles.
Songwriting & Vocal Mentor / Studio Coach
01.2010 - Current
- Work with artists in the studio to craft songs for their projects.
- Coach their vocals while recording to get the best possible sound: focusing on tone, emotion, style, timing, blend, technique.
- Arranging background vocals/harmonies for the artist to record.
- Performing additional background vocals to support the artist.
Publishing Deals
Glassnote / Universal Music Publishing
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Wrote songs for major label artists in all genres.
- Developed music for licensing with television, radio, film and commercial customers.
- Participated in daily songwriting and studio sessions with artists, producers and other writers.
- Had frequent meetings with A&Rs to discuss upcoming projects and tasks.
Private Voice & Songwriting Instructor
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Provided one-on-one voice and songwriting lessons to students between ages 12-35.
Assistant Music Director
The Village School
01.2025
- Assisted the Music Director with the school's Winter Showcase, helped lead rehearsals and teach songs & dialog
- Managed inventory of instruments and equipment used by band members during live performances.
- Provided a safe and comfortable environment for students to participate.
Summer Songwriting Mentor
Berklee College of Music
- Guided students through the songwriting process, helping them to structure their compositions effectively through lyrics, melody, arrangement, concept and more.
- Provided constructive feedback on students' musical compositions to enhance their artistic development.
- Offered general advice on the music business and pursuing a career in songwriting.
Masterclass Mentor
Womxn Crush
- Gave songwriting feedback to a group of womxn writers & artists.
- Provided guidance on navigating the music industry, including networking strategies and self-promotion.
- Discussed the challenges womxn face in the industry and provided a safe space to share/seek advice.
Masterclass Mentor
Writelight
- Offered songwriting advice and feedback to a group of songwriters from diverse backgrounds, ages and locations.
- Answered questions and provided music business guidance.
Education
B.M. - Professional Music
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA01.2012
Skills
- Songwriting
- Topline
- Melody
- Lyric Craft
- Vocal Arranging
- Harmony Writing
- Vocal Production (Logic)
- Vocal Recording/Engineering
- Artist Development
- Cross-Genre Writing
Selected Credits
WRITING: Tiesto, Gryffin, Lukas Graham, Betty Who, Eric Nam, ITZY, Benny Benassi, Seven Lions, R3HAB, Vicetone, BT.
SYNC: American Horror Stories, Pretty Little Liars, The Kardashians, Charmed, Love Island (US/UK/AUS), American Idol, Catfish, ESPN, CBS, ABC.
Spotify Discography
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3xx8ECOlUYvU0h37XAqiWn?si=xXd5JyDMQ4O0qK6s7wOcwQ
Timeline
Assistant Music Director
The Village School
01.2025
Publishing Deals
Glassnote / Universal Music Publishing
01.2016 - 01.2019
Voice Over
Various
01.2015 - Current
Private Voice & Songwriting Instructor
01.2012 - 01.2014
Songwriting & Vocal Mentor / Studio Coach
01.2010 - Current
Summer Songwriting Mentor
Berklee College of Music
Masterclass Mentor
Womxn Crush
Masterclass Mentor
Writelight
B.M. - Professional Music
Berklee College of Music