Andy Rosen

Background

About Andy Rosen

With a unique blend of creative talent and entrepreneurial drive, I have built a career at the intersection of art and technology. I am currently the co-founder and CEO of FileProtected.com, a platform that helps content creators protect and monetize intellectual property; by using blockchain technology to provide permanent proof of intellectual property ownership, authorship, and authenticity, we've made it possible for creators to take ownership of their work and get the credit and money they deserve. My journey as an entrepreneur and artist began in London, where I worked as a rock photographer (andyrosenphotos.com) covering the punk scene. I worked with many of the era's iconic bands (Sex Pistols, The Clash, The Jam), record labels, and major music publications, including as a staff photographer for Sounds and Record Mirror. I have had solo exhibitions in London, Sydney, and LA. In 1991, I moved to Los Angeles. I founded The Underground, a talent management, production, and record label in partnership with Chris Blackwell, the "godfather" of the indie music scene and founder of Island Records. The Underground produced videos and commercials including, Marilyn Manson, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Dr Dre, David Bowie, Tool, Orbital, Shania Twain, Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, The Crystal Method, Dave Matthews Band, Van Halen, Metalica, and Tricky. In advertising, we collaborated with major brands, producing Ads for American Express, Nike, Fila, and Lexus. Academy Award for Best Short Animation for "Manipulation," a Grammy for Peter Gabriel's "Digging in The Dirt," and several MTV Awards. Whether through my work as a software developer, photographer, talent manager, or content producer, I bring a unique perspective and a willingness to embrace new ideas that challenge the status quo. I am known for my innovative approach, fearless spirit, and commitment to leading and not following trends.* Founder: FileProtected.com. Blockchain-powered "passport for creative work * Founder: OriginContent.com NFT collective * Founder: Sendergram/BizCloud: Business digital asset management (DAM)* Founder: GetREEL. Digital Asset Management (DAM)* CEO: Underground, a talent, management and production company * CEO: Underground Music, a label with Virgin Records * Co-founder: Cortex Software, The Brain.com * Founded Desktop Toys: First Internet toy to interact and manipulate 3D animated toys *Co-founder: Icasts.net, a web application to cast movies online *Founder: Underground Media: Digital Design Company * Executive Producer: Form Productions.