Ester Dean

Ester Dean

Keynote Speaker: Singer/Songwriter most notable for her hit single "Drop It Low"

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Ester Dean Biography

Ester Dean is an American singer-songwriter, and record producer. She is most notable for her U.S. hit single "Drop It Low" in 2009, which featured singer Chris Brown. Dean has also written songs for many artists including Christina Aguilera, Florence + The Machine, Beyoncé, Drake, Selena Gomez, Mary J. Blige, Kelly Clarkson, Ciara, The Pussycat Dolls, Usher, Kelly Rowland, R. Kelly, Britney Spears and Lil Wayne.

While at a Gap Band concert in Atlanta, Georgia, music producer Tricky Stewart overheard Dean singing in the crowd along with the band. He immediately asked her to set up a meeting. While going through her catalog of songs, Tricky was impressed by not only her voice but also her songwriting ability. He signed her to a small publishing deal.

Dean relocated to Los Angeles where she was eventually introduced to Polow da Don, and later signed to Zone 4 Records/Interscope Records.

In 2009 Dean released her first single, "Drop It Low", which peaked at number 38 on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming her first US Top 40 single.

Dean's big break came when she collaborated with super producers Stargate, creating her first number one single, Rihanna’s "Rude Boy". She went on to write "What's My Name", "Where Have You Been" and several other Rihanna hits. She also wrote Katy Perry's "Firework", Nicki Minaj’s "Super Bass" and co-wrote "Pills n Potions" with Nicki Minaj.

In 2011, Dean contributed to the soundtrack for the animated film, Rio.

In 2012, Dean was named ‘The Song Machine’ in an article by John Seabrook.

Dean played role of Cynthia Rose in the hit movie Pitch Perfect (2012), which led to her co-starring in the sequels Pitch Perfect 2 (2015) and Pitch Perfect 3 (2017).

Dean current hosts an American songwriting competition series on NBC, "Songland." Each episode, producers team up with songwriters to create the next big hit to be recorded by the guest performing artist.

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Ester Dean Videos

"Songland" Star Ester Dean Answers Your Burning Questions ...
Pitch Perfect Ester Dean Interview
Pitch Perfect: Ester Dean UB Interview!

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How much does it cost to book Ester Dean for a speaking engagement?

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What topics does Ester Dean speak about?

Ester Dean is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Celebrity, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Anti-Racism and Actor.

Who is the agent for Ester Dean?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ester Dean for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ester Dean for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Ester Dean or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Ester Dean is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music, Celebrity and Black Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ester Dean for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Ester Dean can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rihanna, Dara Reneé and Ariana DeBose. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ester Dean for an upcoming event.

Ester Dean Videos

"Songland" Star Ester Dean Answers Your Burning Questions ...
Pitch Perfect Ester Dean Interview
Pitch Perfect: Ester Dean UB Interview!
Ester Dean Interviewed at the 2012 BMI Pop Awards
  • How do I book Ester Dean to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ester Dean for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Ester Dean, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Ester Dean or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Ester Dean for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Ester Dean, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ester Dean, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Ester Dean speak about?

    Ester Dean is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, Celebrity, Black Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Anti-Racism and Actor.
  • Who is the agent for Ester Dean?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ester Dean for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ester Dean for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Ester Dean or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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