Swizz Beatz’s memorable year continues. Only weeks after giving birth to a baby boy with wife Alicia Keys, Swizzy has now landed himself a new job. The Clive Davis Department of Recorded Music named the artist New York University’s first Producer in Residence.

“Swizz Beatz’ amazing track record as an artist and producer, coupled with his commitment to education, makes him the ideal role model for our students,” said Jeffrey Rabhan, chair, The Clive Davis Department of Recorded Music.  “We consider it a great honor to have him involved with this unique program.”

“I’m excited to be able to take my many years of experience in the music business and use it as an example to instruct students,” remarked Swizz Beatz. “The invitation from Mr. Davis and Professor Rabhan is humbling and I’m honored.”

The Producer-in-Residence provides students with direct access to one of the music industry’s most successful entrepreneurs, filling the Department’s experiential education mandate.  In this role, the Producer-in-Residence will guide students through a variety of portals, including one-on-one sessions, group lectures, songwriting critiques, and mentoring.