Aaron Dowd

Aaron Dowd is a multi-talented drummer, photographer, and audio engineer known for his exceptional skills and passion for creative endeavors. With a professional career spanning over a decade, Aaron has established himself as a dynamic musician, a skilled visual artist, and an expert and educator in the podcasting industry.

Aaron's journey began at the age of 12 when he discovered his love for drumming. With dedication and relentless practice, he honed his craft and embarked on a musical journey that led him to perform with various local bands throughout his teens and early 20's, ultimately becoming a vital founding member of the acclaimed Texas Americana/Rock band Kolton Moore & the Clever Few, playing hundreds of shows and recording two full length albums between 2012 and 2015.

Parallel to his musical endeavors, Aaron was also studying audio engineering, web and graphic design, photography, writing, and marketing. Leveraging his diverse skill set, he became a sought-after podcast consultant, offering his expertise to podcasters around the world.

After his band went on hiatus in 2015 to recover from years of hard work and pursue other passions, Aaron ventured into the podcast technology startup scene, joining the podcast hosting platform Simplecast in 2018. After a few years of working remotely, he took an opportunity to relocate to Los Angeles in March of 2020 to contribute to the growth of a podcast influencer marketplace startup called Podcorn.

Unfortunately his timing was terrible—he arrived in L.A. the day before Covid lockdowns went into place—so he returned home to Texas after a few months and continued to contribute to the podcast industry’s development while working remotely.

In late 2020, Aaron joined Chartable, a pioneering podcast analytics technology startup that caught the attention of industry giant Spotify, leading to its acquisition in 2022. Through his work at Chartable, Aaron has played a vital role in the evolution of podcast measurement and analytics, further establishing his influence in the industry.

Beyond his musical and podcasting pursuits, Aaron has nurtured his passion for photography and video production, elevating his skills to a professional level and contributing to multiple creative projects in music and podcasting.

With a blend of talent, dedication, and a genuine love for his craft, Aaron Dowd continues to leave his mark on the worlds of music, podcasting, and visual art. His love for storytelling and his passion for fostering creativity continue to drive his professional journey.