Jacob Shideler
CREATIVE EXECUTIVE | STORYTELLER | EDUCATOR | NON-PROFIT ARTS & CULTURAL LEADER
- Role
- Founder & CEO at Sfzeres
- Location
- Houston, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jacob Shideler
Jacob Shideler is a visionary arts leader and creative producer dedicated to fostering inclusivity, accessibility, and community through the arts. With over fifteen years of experience across entertainment, education, and nonprofit leadership, he brings a deep passion for storytelling and impact-driven artistry to every endeavor.Jacob is the Founder of SFZERES, a Houston-based creative production company focused on engaging storytelling and captivating music. A combination of sforzando () and Musica Universalis (Harmony of the Spheres), SFZERES embodies “harmony through storytelling” and is designed to advance Houston\'s evolving arts and media landscape.Previously, Jacob served as Director of Education and Community Engagement at Theatre Under The Stars, where he led transformative programs connecting youth, families, and communities to the power of musical theatre. His career also includes creative and leadership roles with The Walt Disney Company, Los Angeles Opera, The University of Houston, and Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.A multidisciplinary artist, Jacob has worked as a performer, writer, director, and producer across stage and screen. He holds a B.A. in Music from Pepperdine University and an M.A. in Arts Leadership from the McGovern College of the Arts at The University of Houston.
Experience
Founder & CEO
Jul 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US
A fusion of Sforzando (sƒz) and Musica Universalis - the Harmony of the Spheres - SFZERES embodies harmony through storytelling and exists to advance Houston’s evolving arts and media landscape.CLIENTS INCLUDE: Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, Theatre Under The Stars
Education
University of Houston
Master of Arts - MA, Arts Leadership
2020 — 2022
Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Music
Skills
- Radio Host
- Pro Tools
- Public Relations
- On-Air Experience
- Video
- Music
- Music Management
- Coordinating Programs
- Voice Over
- Radio Production
- Theatre
- Final Cut Pro
- Coordination
- Music Publishing
- Theatrical Production
- Music Theory
- Music Performance
- Social Media
- Improvisation
- Leadership
- Teaching
- On-Air Announcing
- Music Production
- Planning & Execution of Events
- Event Management
- Community Relations
- Public Speaking
- Blogging
- Editing
- Research
- Entertainment
- Team Building
- Musical Theatre
- Creative Writing
- Events
- Community Outreach
- Community Development
- On-Air Hosting
- Event Planning
- Radio
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