From September 9-12, we invite our school community to participate in industry-specific events such as leadership panels, a gear expo, a rooftop bash, and interactive meetups with our talented Spotlight Academy inductees. All events are open to students and alumni with a few exclusive events requiring pre-registration. Keep checking your lafilm.edu email for pre-registration info!

READY…SET…LET’S GO!

All Week

Spotlight Photo Booth

Virtual

The photo booth for Spotlight Week is live and ready for action! Whether you’re on campus or in the comfort of your own home, you can join in on the fun! Show your school spirit and enjoy snapping some epic pics.

Monday, September 9

Platinum Record Celebration

Campus Event

Join us for a special unveiling of a Platinum Record for recording and mixing engineer Mark Lowe for his work on the Black Panther soundtrack. Mark has worked with an impressive roster of artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Schoolboy Q, Paul Wall, Rich The Kid, Vince Staples and more. Exclusive Q&A available to attendees, with a music panel to follow, featuring Mark and other distinguished alumni.

Start Time: 12:00pm PT

Panel: Behind the Music Mix

Hybrid Event

Get ready to dive deep into the world of recording and music production with our upcoming panel featuring a star-studded lineup of distinguished audio, music, and recording alumni! Whether you’re an aspiring producer, a budding engineer, or a music enthusiast eager to learn the secrets behind your favorite tracks, this is your chance to gain unparalleled insights from industry trailblazers who have shaped the soundscape of modern music.

Featured Alumni: Mark Lowe, Jeff Barnes, Vanessa Spinetti, Henrique Andrade, Mario Taylor
Moderator: Isaac Williams

Start Time: 1:00pm PT // 4:00pm ET

Portfolio Reel & Review

Campus Event

Join us for an opportunity to receive personalized feedback and insights from industry veterans. Current students and alumni will have the chance to showcase their reels, portfolios, and most recent projects to a panel of accomplished alumni, each with extensive experience in their respective fields. This is your moment to gain constructive critiques, refine your work, and network with professionals who can provide guidance and inspiration as you embark on your career journey. Don’t miss this chance to make connections and polish your portfolio!

Meet your Alumni Mentors!: Cedric Chabloz, First Assistant Director, Jessica Sterling, Photographer & Business Owner, Vicente Peña, VP, Bungalo Records, Nato Lopez, Music Producer/Mixer (Bad Boys Soundtrack)

Moderator: Freddy Giorlando

Start Time: 3:00pm PT

Critical Thinker’s Society Presents – Student of the Month

Hybrid Event

What does it take to be a student of the month? Come and meet our 2024 LAFS Student of the Month recipients. Come and learn a fresh perspective on how these students stay motivated and achieve success. Is it the budding artist whose doodles and notes turn into films, music, or social masterpieces? Maybe it’s the student who always volunteers and participates in campus events, ensuring that other classmates don’t miss out on the school events. Whether you’re reminiscing about your Student of the Month glory days or eagerly awaiting this month’s announcement, know that you’re part of a tradition that celebrates effort, kindness, and the little things that make school life memorable. Could you be the next student of the month? Panelist include: Ariel Harris, Steffanie Kleiman Palatchi, Gaby Manzanares-Vargas, Katrell Platt and Oliver Boon. Attend, stay until the end to win a prize!

Start Time: 4:00pm PT

Critical Thinker’s Society Presents – Student of the Month Mixer

Campus Event

Come and meet our 2024 LAFS Student of the Month recipients. This is a great networking opportunity! We will have free food and sodas. Then stay and watch as the red carpet prepares for the next event, when they greet luchadores and WWE members!

Start Time: 5:00pm PT

“Love, Blood, & Aztec Demons: The Lost Films of Juan F. Moctezuma II”

Campus Event

We’re excited to invite you to “Love, Blood, & Aztec Demons: The Lost Films of Juan F. Moctezuma II” – a special screening that will take you on a cinematic journey through the lost works of this legendary filmmaker.

Start Time: 6:00pm PT

Tuesday, September 10

Gear Day + Rooftop Bash

Campus Event

Gear Day

Join us for the fifth annual Gear Day, where you’ll experience insider access to some of the biggest brands in gear today! Enjoy one on one conversations, detailed product overviews, demos and exclusives that have been personalized just for our students. Companies include Sony, Red, Apple. Titmouse & more!

Rooftop Bash

Say hello to the ultimate hang out at the LAFS Rooftop Bash! This event is the perfect opportunity to wind down after finals, connect with other students and soak up the summer vibes.

Start Time: 11:00am PT

Sony 360 Virtual Mixing Environment

Campus Event

In-person 10-minute sessions with Sony! Experience Sony’s 360 Virtual Mixing Environment technology. This is a custom HRTF (hearing profile) measurement that accurately reproduces a studios acoustic environment in headphones. Then join us for pizza in the student lounge.

Learn More: https://www.sony.net/Products/create360RA/360VME/

Start Time: Session 1 – 1pm PT

Session 2 – 2pm PT

Panel: Life After LAFS – Recent Grad Edition!

Campus Event

Join us for an engaging and insightful panel featuring recent graduates from the Los Angeles Film School who are now embarking on their own career paths in the media and entertainment industry. These dynamic alumni will share their personal journeys, from the challenges they faced transitioning from student life to professional careers, to the strategies that helped them thrive in the competitive film and entertainment landscape. Whether you’re gearing up for graduation or simply looking for real-world advice, this panel will offer invaluable tips, inspiration, and a glimpse into what lies ahead.

Featured Alumni: Sierra Imari, Ariel Harris, Ray Taylor, Carlo Alcala
Moderator: Santosh Oommen

Start Time: 3:00pm PT

Speed Networking Event

Campus Event

Dive into a fast-paced, dynamic networking experience designed for both current students and alumni. This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry professionals, exchange ideas, and forge valuable relationships in a series of quick, focused conversations. Whether you’re seeking mentorship, collaboration opportunities, or insider advice on breaking into your industry, this is your chance to make meaningful connections that can propel your career forward.

Featured Alumni: Ariel Harris, Chase Thomas, Ray Taylor
Moderator: Miles Safford

Start Times: First session: 3:30 pm PT // Second session:  4:30 pm PT

Panel: The Big Break: Finding Success through Alumni Networking

Hybrid Event

Featured Alumni: James Cotton, Brandon Trost, Tristan Thai

Moderator: Joe Byron

Step into the world of industry breakthroughs with our roundtable, where seasoned alumni share their personal “origin stories” and how they worked together on a pivotal film after graduation called Demon Slayer. Discover how these trailblazers navigated their initial jobs in the competitive entertainment landscape and hear firsthand how they’ve leveraged connections within the alumni community to fuel their ongoing success. Whether you’re seeking inspiration or strategies to connect and thrive, this discussion will illuminate the power of networking and community support in achieving industry milestones.

Start Time: 4:30pm PT

Panel: Meet the Spotlight Academy Class of 2024

Hybrid Event

Join us for an inspiring panel featuring the latest inductees of the Spotlight Academy, the prestigious honor reserved for the Los Angeles Film School’s most accomplished alumni. This exclusive event will showcase the remarkable journeys of these trailblazing individuals, who have made significant strides in the film and entertainment industry. Hear firsthand about their groundbreaking projects, career-defining moments, and the wisdom they’ve gained along the way.

Start Time: 6:00pm PT

Wednesday, September 11

Titmouse Animation Presentation

Virtual Event

Join us as team members from Titmouse display emerging animation and technology from the company.

Start Time: 10:00am PT

Virtual Panel: The Future of Entertainment & Technology

Virtual Event

This roundtable discussion features forward-thinking alumni who are exploring groundbreaking technology and reshaping the entertainment industry. This panel will delve into the latest tech trends—from virtual reality and artificial intelligence to advanced visual effects and immersive storytelling techniques—and their impact on creative processes and industry standards. Gain invaluable insights on how these innovations are transforming the landscape and learn practical strategies to stay ahead of the curve.

Featured Speakers: Sierra Imari, Casey McBeath, Nelson Monroig, Besi Zeka, and Corey Drake
Moderator: Chloe Vaughn / Chat Moderator: Rachel Betts

Start Time: 11:00am PT

Art and Animation Challenge

Virtual Event

Join us for an art and animation challenge! Art forms in Sculpting, Concept Drawing or Branding material, Animation and Compositing All materials and prompts will be given the day of the event! Prizes will include: LAFS swag to participants, Winners will receive a custom limited edition, 3D printed LAFS trophy, (More prizes to be confirmed)

Start Time: 1:00pm PT

Virtual Panel: Life after LAFS

Virtual Event

Join us for an engaging and insightful panel featuring graduates from the Los Angeles Film School who have embarked on a diverse array of career paths in the media and entertainment industry. These dynamic alumni will share their personal journeys, from the challenges they faced transitioning from student life to professional careers, to the strategies that helped them thrive in the competitive film and entertainment landscape. Whether you’re gearing up for graduation or simply looking for real-world advice, this panel will offer invaluable tips, inspiration, and a glimpse into what lies ahead.

Featured Alumni: Shane Foster, Davis Chris, Chase Thomas, Stefanie Visser
Moderator: Jackie Otero / Chat Moderator: Rachel Betts

Start Time: 3:00pm PT

Focusrite Mix Engineers Panel

Hybrid Event

Focusrite will be presenting a panel with Grammy award winning audio mixers with Harriet Tam and Rafa Sardina. There will be a discussion and Q&A after the panel.

Start Time: 4:00pm PT

3x3x3 Screenwriters’ Challenge

Virtual Event

Digital Filmmaking Events presents the 4th annual 3x3x3 Screenwriters’ Challenge. The challenge is to write an original narrative short screenplay that meets the 3x3x3 requirements found on FilmFreeway.com/DigitalFilmmakingEvents. All LAFS students and alumni are invited to participate. Visit FilmFreeway for more information and how to submit.

The deadline to submit is August 28th.

Start Time: 5:00pm PT

Thursday, September 12

Open Mic & Spotlight Party (with Blue Carpet, Food, Prizes)

Campus Event

Spotlight 24′ Open Mic Night Students only! Express your creativity through spoken words, songs, and music. This will be a casual open mic night with no pre-submitted tracks. Just come, hang out, get some food and support your fellow students! Then stay and watch the Spotlight Ceremony live on the rooftop!

Start Time: 3:00pm PT

5th Annual Spotlight Awards Ceremony

Get ready to celebrate the 5th Annual Spotlight Awards on September 12, 2024. Five alumni will be inducted into The Los Angeles Film School Spotlight Academy. Every year the Spotlight Awards ceremony inaugurates a new class into #LAFSSpotlight on the final day of Spotlight Week. These individuals have shown their unyielding commitment to excellence in their professional careers and selfless contributions to our students. We are proud to announce James Cotten, Joshua Gitersonke, Mehrnaz Mohabati,  Peter Munters, and Marlon Rivas, as our Spotlight Academy Class of 2024.

Start Time: 4:00 p.m. PT // 7:00 p.m. ET

Spotlight Awards – After Party

Campus Event

The after-party will take place following the ceremony on the roof-top of The Los Angeles Film School.

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Meet the Spotlight Academy Class of 2024

Learn more about our five amazing alumni who will be inducted into the Spotlight Academy this year!

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The Los Angeles Film School will host its 5th annual Spotlight Awards ceremony celebrating the new Spotlight Academy Class of 2024 members. This year’s Spotlight Awards will be an in-person celebration, as well as on a live stream, at Ivar Theatre in Hollywood, Calif., on September 12. Stay tuned for updates on special guest appearances from entertainment industry leaders and exclusive chats with the inductees during the show. 

The award show is only the tip of the iceberg of The L.A. Film School’s Spotlight Week, which features a variety of interactive events designed for both on-campus and online students and alumni. Throughout the week, participants will have exclusive access to expert panel discussions, networking sessions, live equipment demonstrations with exhibitors, including Focusrite Group, CDW-G, B&H, MSI, and Sony, prize giveaways, and more. The event runs from Monday, September 9 through Thursday, September 12, 2024, culminating in the Spotlight Awards ceremony on Thursday evening.

The Spotlight Academy – Est. 2019

The Spotlight Academy pays tribute to the heart, the creative and the dedicated among The Los Angeles Film School’s alumni. Each year, Academy Inductees are honored for their unyielding commitment to excellence in their professional career and selfless contribution of time and connection to our students and community. It is with great privilege we shine a spotlight on these inspirational and exceptional individuals.

Introducing the 2024 Spotlight Academy Class

James Cotten (Film 2001)

Painted Woman | La Linea – The Line | Demon Slayer

Award-winning filmmaker James Cotten has had a multifaceted-career spanning over 25 years, including work as a director, actor, producer, script writer, film editor, VFX producer, and post producer. James got his start in the industry when famed producer Roger Corman and The L.A. Film School partnered and James was selected to direct the film Demon Slayer only three months after graduating. Since that time, he has gone on to direct three other films, including one of the Top Three Most Rented Movies in America: La Linea, starring Andy Garcia and Ray Liotta. As a member of the Producers Guild, James has produced 11 films and has ventured into post-production, owning and operating two post facilities with over 50 post and VFX-producing credits including Pitch Perfect, Captain Fantastic, and Extraction 2.

Marlon Rivas (Animation 2015)

Avatar: The Way of Water | Stranger Things | Rebel Moon

As an immigrant, veteran, and artist, Marlon Rivas’ story is as much about where he’s from as it is about where he is going. El Salvador-born and L.A.-raised, Marlon immigrated to the US as a young child. His interest in the film industry remained a dream until he completed his military service, which opened up new doors for his career. Going through both the Associate and Bachelor degree programs at The L.A. Film School, Marlon now works as a visualization generalist, taking shots from beginning to end, using a combination of disciplines from tracking, animating, lighting, rendering, and compositing. Marlon has racked up dozens of credits, from Aquaman to Zombieland. 

Mehrnaz Mohabati (Audio 2014)

American Fiction  |  Shadow and Bone  |  Winning Time

Driven by a passion for crafting immersive and impactful sound experiences, Mehrnaz Mohabati is a force to be reckoned with in the world of audio storytelling.  Mehrnaz worked as a sound engineer in Iran before immigrating to the United States to pursue her education. Now a seasoned ADR mixer known for her natural flow sessions, Mehrnaz helps actors attain their best performances and has worked with notable talent such as Al Pacino, Willem Dafoe, and Molly Shannon. Her talent has garnered industry recognition, including a MPSE Golden Reel Award nomination for Outstanding Sound Editing in the documentary Fire Chasers, and an AAAA Best Sound award for Soul Diaspora.

Peter Munters (Audio 2014, Entertainment Business 2015)

Over It  |  All Hail King Julien  |  Harley Quinn  |  Lego DC Batman

As a songwriter, touring performer, and audio engineer, Peter Munters has certainly made (sound) waves in the entertainment industry. Peter got his start as the singer for the skatepunk band Over It, and later, Runner Runner. He has since found his niche specializing in sound for animation as a Recording Engineer/Dialogue Editor as well as showcasing his talents as a casting and voice director for commercials, video games, and animation. Peter has been nominated for Daytime Emmys in Outstanding Sound Editing and Sound Mixing in Animation, and has received multiple Motion Picture Sound Editors Golden Reel nominations, including his win in 2019 as a Dialog Editor/ADR Mixer for Lego DC Batman: Family Matters.

Joshua Gitersonke (Film 2007)

The Amazing Race | The Late Late Show Carpool Karaoke Primetime Special | Survivalist

From reality adventure to acclaimed camerawork, Joshua Gitersonke’s passion for visual storytelling shines. As a director of photography and steadicam operator, Joshua’s affinity for physical challenges is evident in the projects he chooses like The Amazing Race and National Geographic’s Race to the Center of the Earth. He often finds himself doing the same physical challenges as the show contestants, but with a 25-pound camera on his shoulder. Whether climbing a rock face or running up a mountain, his extensive camera experience is exemplified in the nine Emmy® nominations he’s received, and his win for Outstanding Technical Direction, Camerawork, and Video Control – a career highlight.

 The Los Angeles Film School is honored to celebrate these outstanding alumni for their significant impact on the entertainment industry. Their achievements reflect the excellence and dedication nurtured within our school.

Find out more about the Spotlight Awards at lafilm.edu/spotlight.

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Congrats to the talented Alumni who worked on Oscar-nominated and winning Productions.

The 96th Academy Awards aired on ABC LIVE on Sunday, March 10, 2024. We are proud to announce that four alumni worked on two Academy Award-winning films (Barbie and American Fiction). Congrats to all the alumni from The L.A. Film School who contributed their talents to Oscar-nominated and winning productions!

Barbie

Dana Morris (Film 2005) was Camera Operator: A-Camera Steadicam for Barbie, which received 8 nominations and won Best Original Song. Dana has over 45 IMDB credits, including past Oscar movies I, Tonya, and Blonde. He has also worked on several Marvel and DC movies and was nominated in 2017 for 2 operating awards (for I, Tonya) by the British Society of Cinematographers.

American Fiction

Merhnaz Mohabti (Recording Arts 2014) was the ADR Mixer for American Fiction, which received 5 nominations and won for Best Adapted Screenplay. She has nearly 200 IMDB credits and was nominated for a Motion Picture Sound Editor’s 2018 Golden Reel Award in Outstanding Achievement in Sound Editing – Sound Effects, Foley, Music, Dialogue, and ADR for Single Presentation Broadcast Media Fire Chasers.

Justin Garcia (Film 2009) was Gaffer: Additional Photography on American Fiction. Justin has over 70 IMDB credits, including Legion, C’mon C’mon, and They Cloned Tyrone.

Christian Lainez (Recording Arts 2013) was a Boom Operator on American Fiction. Christian has been working steadily since his graduation with over 125 IMDB credits.

We couldn’t be more proud of our alumni who contributed to the productions nominated for Academy Awards! Twelve alumni have been credited with work on seven remarkable films that collectively earned 28 Oscar nominations in films including “Barbie,” “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” “Killers of the Flower Moon,” “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” “Flamin’ Hot,” “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” and “American Fiction.”

The full list of nominated productions and the L.A. Film School alumni who worked on them here below.

Killers of the Flower Moon

Alec Nickel (2014) served as the b camera second assistant on the film which received 10 nominations including “Best Picture.”

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One

Nathan Runyan (2022) served as previsualization production coordinator on the film which received two nominations including “Best Visual Effects.”

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

Lorin Fleming (2003) and Brittany Hites (2003) served as visualization editors and Alyssa Ulrich (2019) served as health and safety officer: additional photography on the film which received a nomination for “Best Visual Effects.”

Flamin’ Hot

Phillip Bladh (2008) served as production sound mixer on the film which received a nomination for “Best Original Song.”

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Daniel McNamara (2020) served as sound effects editor on the film which received a nomination for “Best Animated Feature Film.”  

The Los Angeles Film School takes immense pride in the achievements of its alumni, whose continued dedication, talent, and creativity continue to shape the industry through each of their individual contributions.  

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Los Angeles Film School alumni gear up for the music industry’s biggest night with nominated projects by SZA, Carlos Vives, and Paramore

Recording engineers and mixers Hector Castro, Andrés Borda, and Jhair Lazo made significant contributions to GRAMMY-nominated albums by SZA, Carlos Vives, and Paramore. The three are graduates of The Los Angeles Film School and eagerly await Sunday’s 2024 GRAMMY Awards ceremony.

Hector Castro is the recording engineer for SZA, who is the most GRAMMY-nominated artist of 2024. SZA’s second album, “SOS,” secured the singer an impressive nine nominations, including Album Of The Year, while her lead single, “Kill Bill,” was nominated in both the Record Of The Year and Song Of The Year categories. A graduate of The Los Angeles Film School recording arts program in 2014, Castro exemplifies the high standard fostered by our institution and reinforces our commitment to nurturing exceptional talent in the entertainment industry.

Additionally, The Los Angeles Film School alum Andrés Borda was recording engineer and mixer for Carlos Vives’ 2023 album, “Escalona: Nunca Se Había Grabado Así” which received a nomination for Best Tropical Latin Album. The album marks a 30-year journey back to Carlos’ roots and to the milestone that established him as an ambassador of Colombian sound worldwide. Borda, a 2011 graduate and member of our 2019 Spotlight Academy, brought his expertise to the project, having spent seven years working side by side with Vives at GML Estudios in Bogotá, allowing him to play a crucial role in Vives’ album.

“Creating this album was an amazing experience,” said Borda. “It is a remarkable culmination of the time spent working side by side with Carlos Vives at GML Estudios in Bogotá.”

Jhair Lazo, a 2012 graduate of the recording arts program at The Los Angeles Film School, played a role as the mixing engineer for the band Paramore, which received two GRAMMY nominations for their album, “This Is Why.” The album is up for Best Rock Album and Best Alternative Music Performance.

The Los Angeles Film School takes pride in the accomplishments of its alumni, whose dedication, talent, and creativity continue to shape the entertainment industry. With three esteemed graduates involved in GRAMMY-nominated works by acclaimed artists SZA, Paramore, and Carlos Vives, our alumni showcase The Los Angeles Film School’s legacy of excellence in the arts and entertainment.

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More than 40 alumni from The L.A. Film School Worked on 39 Emmy-nominated Productions for a total of 243 nominations and 42 Emmy wins.

We are proud to recognize the talented alumni who worked on Emmy-nominated and Emmy-winning productions for the 75th Annual Primetime Emmys. In all, The Los Angeles Film School had 44 alumni who worked on 39 productions for a total of 243 nominations and 42 Emmy wins. While most of the credited alumni graduated from the school’s film programs over the years, the school also had alumni represented from Recording Arts (Angelina Faulkner, Clinton Jones, Danielle Adams, Derek Cooper), Entertainment Business (Chase Thomas), and Animation (Ariana Georgescu Miller, Kyle Ragsdale, Marlon Rivas).

Among the alumni who contributed to award-winning productions is Joshua Day who worked as an assistant chief lighting technician on the HBO drama “Succession,” which led the way with 27 nominations for its fourth and final season and received six Emmys, including “Outstanding Drama Series” for a third time. Jonathan Dec, second assistant camera: A Camera, and Stephen J. Branagan, first assistant camera: B Camera, contributed to Netflix’s “Beef,” which earned 13 nominations and five Emmy wins, including outstanding limited or anthology series. Lastly, Amanda Treyz was second unit director of photography on “I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson” which received two nominations and two wins. 

Two alumni were personally nominated for outstanding cinematography and outstanding picture editing and will be competing for individual awards. Alum Josh Gitersonke (Film 2007) received a personal nomination for Outstanding Cinematography for a Reality Program as Director of Photography of “The Amazing Race.”  This is Josh Gitersonke’s ninth Emmy nomination including a win in 2019. He previously won an Emmy for his camera work on the Carpool Karaoke Primetime Special.  “The Amazing Race” received five total nominations including “Outstanding Reality Competition Program.” Additionally, Alum John M. Valerio (Film, 2002) received a personal nomination for “Outstanding Picture Editing For A Drama Series” for his work as Editor on “The White Lotus”. Valerio won the same Emmy award in 2022 for the series, and he was also a producer of the show. In all, the production received 23 total nominations and five wins. 

Several Spotlight Inductees from the school who worked on Emmy-nominated productions include Kevin Atkinson, director of photography on “History of the World: Part 2” which received two nominations; Angelina Faulkner, ADR editor on “Daisy Jones and the Six” which received nine nominations and two wins, as well as her work on “The L Word” which received one nomination; Kyle Newacheck as co-executive producer and director on “What We Do in the Shadows” which received four nominations; and Oz Rodriguez as segment director on the comedy series “Saturday Night Live” which received 10 nominations and two wins.

Additional alumni in The L.A. Film School community made substantial impacts in their respective roles on Emmy-nominated projects. Among them is Terry Watson who worked as production designer and art director on “The Last of Us” which received 24 nominations and eight wins at the Creative Arts Emmys on January 7. Ira Parker was a writer and co-executive producer of “House of Dragon” which received nine nominations and one win at the Creative Arts Emmys on January 7. Tiffany Johnson was a director for “Poker Face” with four nominations and one win. Finally, Danielle Adams was the assistant re-recording mixer on “Andor” which received eight nominations. 

The 75th Annual Emmys aired on Monday, January 15, 2024. We take pride in the accomplishments of our alumni, whose dedication, talent, and creativity continue to shine in the entertainment industry. Congratulations to the 44 alumni! 

Beef

Alumnus Stephen J. Branagan (Film, 2008)

Position: First Assistant Camera: B Camera

Alumnus Jonathan Dec (Film, 2009)

Position: Second Assistant Camera: A Camera

Beef received 13 Emmy Nominations and 8 Emmy Award wins

Blindspotting

Alumnus Clinton Jones (Recording, 2010)

Position: Mix Tech

Alumnus Demetros Katsantonis (Film, 2015)

Position: Prop Assist

Blindspotting received 1 Emmy Nominations and 1 Emmy Award win

Dahmer-Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story

Alumnus Joseph Krembuszewski (Film, 2005)

Position: Visual Effects Editor

Alumnus Chase Thomas (Entertainment Business, 2020)

Position: Visual Effects Coordinator

Dahmer-Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story received 13 Emmy Nominations and 1 Emmy Award win

Daisy Jones & The Six

Alumnus Angelina Faulkner (Recording Arts, 2012)

Position: ADR Supervisor

Angelina Faulkner is a member of the Spotlight Academy Class of 2021

Daisy Jones & The Six received 9 Emmy Nominations and 2 Emmy Award wins

For All Mankind

Alumnus Ariana Georgescu Miller (Animation, 2012)

Position:  Digital Compositor

For All Mankind received 1 Emmy Nominations and 1 Emmy Award win

House of Dragons

Alumnus Ira Parker (Film, 2008)

Position:  Writer/Co-Executive Producer

House of Dragons received 9 Emmy Nominations and 1 Emmy Award win

I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson

Alumnus Amanda Treyz (Film, 2002)

Position:  Second Unit Director of Photography

I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson received 2 Emmy Nominations and 2 Emmy Award wins

Poker Face

Alumnus Tiffany Johnson (Film, 2009)

Position: Director

Poker Face received 4 Emmy Nominations and 1 Emmy Award win

Saturday Night Live

Alumnus Oz Rodriguez (Film, 2003)

Position: Segment Director

Oz Rodriguez is a member of the Spotlight Academy Class of 2020

Saturday Night Live received 10 Emmy Nominations and 2 Emmy Award wins

Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie

Alumnus Stephen J. Branagan (Film, 2008)

Position: First Assistant Camera

Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie received 7 Emmy Nominations and 3 Emmy Award wins

Succession

Alumnus Joshua Day (Film, 2006)

Position: Assistant Chief Lighting Technician

Succession received 27 Emmy Nominations and 7 Emmy Award wins

The Last of Us

Alumnus Terry Watson (Film, 2013)

Position: Production Designer

Alumnus Cody Gere (Film, 2017)

Position: Second Assistant Camera

The Last of Us received 24 Emmy Nominations and 8 Emmy Award wins

The White Lotus

Alumnus John Valerio (Film, 2002)

Position: Editor / Producer

The White Lotus received 23 Emmy Nominations and 5 Emmy Award wins

John M. Valerio, Editor, received a personal nomination for Outstanding Picture Editing For A Drama Series

We couldn’t be more proud of our alumni who contributed to the productions nominated for Emmy awards! Browse the full list of nominated productions and the L.A. Film School alumni who worked on them here below.

America’s Got Talent

Alumnus Keith Morrow (Film, 2018)

Position: Assistant Editor

America’s Got Talent is nominated for 1 Emmy Award

American Horror Stories

Alumnus Binh C. Than (Film, 2007)

Position: Key Set Monitor

American Horror Stories is nominated for 1 Emmy Award

Andor

Alumnus Danielle Adams (Recording, 2015)

Position: Assistant Re-Recording Mixer

Andor has been nominated for 8 Emmy Awards

Barry

Alumnus Rachael Ferrera (Film, 2007)

Position: Set Decorator

Alumnus Kyle Ragsdale (Animation, 2021)

Position: Compositor

Barry is nominated for 11 Emmy Awards

Better Call Saul

Alumnus Mitchell S Gebhard (Film, 2006)

Position:  Boom Operator

Better Call Saul is nominated for 7 Emmy Awards

Boston Strangler

Alumnus Derek Cooper (Recording, 2012)

Position: Second Assistant Editor

Boston Strangler is nominated for 1 Emmy Award

Dead to Me

Alumnus Stephanie Goldstein (Film, 2007)

Position: Assistant Editor

Alumnus Steve Ochoa (Film, 2007)

Position: Set Dresser

Dead to Me is nominated for 1 Emmy Award

Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas

Alumnus Dustin Tate (Film, 2001)

Position: Gaffer

Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas is nominated for 2 Emmy Awards

Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl

Alumnus Haharhel Valencia (Film 2014)

Position: Costumer

Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl is nominated for 4 Emmy Awards

Fire Island

Alumnus Erald Sejdini (Film, 2009)

Position: Manager of Physical Productions: Searchlight Pictures

Fire Island is nominated for 2 Emmy Awards

History of the World: Part II

Alumnus Kevin Atkinson (Film, 2000)

Position: Cinematographer
Kevin Atkinson is a member of the Spotlight Academy Class of 2021

Alumnus Gabriel Diniz (Film, 2005)

Position: First Assistant Camera

History of the World: Part II is nominated for 2 Emmy Awards

Love is Blind

Alumnus Keith Morrow (Film, 2018)

Position: Mix Tech

Love is Blind is nominated for 2 Emmy Awards

Obi-Wan Kenobi

Alumnus Abby Mariama (Arreola) (Film, 2015)

Position: Art Department Assistant

Alumnus Eric Osusky (Film, 2008)

Position: Supervising Art Director

Obi-Wan Kenobi is nominated for 5 Emmy Awards

Shrinking

Alumnus Michael Streeter (Film, 2006)

Position: Dailies

Shrinking is nominated for 2 Emmy Awards

So You Think You Can Dance

Alumnus Jensen Oliver Moon (Film, 2007)

Position: Consulting Producer

So You Think You Can Dance is nominated for 1 Emmy Award

Stranger Things

Alumnus Sean Brennan (Film 2006)

Position: Stranger Things

Alumnus Marlon Rivas (Animation, 2015)

Position:  Compositor

Stranger Things is nominated for 6 Emmy Awards

Swarm

Alumnus: Joshua O. Bramer (Film, 2010)

Position: Prop Master; Additional Photography

Swarm has been nominated for 5 Emmy Awards

Ted Lasso

Alumnus Michael Streeter (Film, 2006)

Position: Dailies Supervisor

Alumnus Jacob Tillman (Film, 2006)

Position: Online Editor

Ted Lasso is nominated for 21 Emmy Awards

The Amazing Race

Alumnus Joshua Gitersonke (Film, 2007)

Position: Director of Photography

The Amazing Race is nominated for 5 Emmy Awards

Joshua Gitersonke, Director of Photography, is personally nominated for Outstanding Cinematography For A Reality Program

The L Word: Generation Q

Alumnus Angelina Faulkner (Recording Arts, 2012)

Position: ADR Supervisor

Angelina Faulkner is a member of the Spotlight Academy Class of 2021

The L Word: Generation Q is nominated for 1 Emmy Award

The Old Man

Alumnus Mitchell S Gebhard (Film, 2006)

Position: Boom Operator

Alumnus Armen Melik Khechoumian  (Film, 2011)

Position: Set Decoration Buyer

The Old Man is nominated for 2 Emmy Awards

The Oscars

Alumnus Haharhel Valencia (Film 2014)

Position: Wardrobe

The Oscars is nominated for 4 Emmy Awards

The Rookie

Alumnus Alan Manzo Becerra (Film, 2012)

Position: Assistant Production Coordinator

The Rookie is nominated for 1 Emmy Award

The Voice

Alumnus Trever James (Film, 2005)

Position: Post Production Supervisor

The Voice is nominated for 4 Emmy Awards

Welcome to Chippendales

Alumnus Brad Salo (Film, 2011)

Position: Assistant Property Master

Welcome to Chippendales is nominated for 5 Emmy Awards

What We Do in the Shadows

Alumnus Kyle Newacheck (Film, 2004)

Position: Director/Co-Executive Producer

Kyle Newacheck is a member of the Spotlight Academy Class of 2019

What We Do in the Shadows is nominated for 4 Emmy Awards

Check out more Alumni Success Stories

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We’re Celebrating The L.A. Film School Alumni Who Contributed Their Talents to Golden Globe Nominated Productions

It’s a new year and Hollywood rolled right into awards season with the Golden Globes on Sunday, January 7. Congratulations to the 26 alumni who worked on 19 nominated productions. Four of those productions received wins in their nomination categories. We extend an enthusiastic congratulation to the L.A. Film School alumni who contributed to those wins through their work on those productions.

Succession

Alumnus Joshua Day (Film, 2006)

Position: Assistant Chief Lighting Technician

Winner: Best Television Series – Drama, Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Drama, Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Drama, and Best Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Series, Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television

Beef

Alumnus Stephen J. Branagan (Film, 2008)

Position: First Assistant Camera: B Camera

Alumnus Jonathan Dec (Film, 2009)

Position: Second Assistant Camera: A Camera

Winner: Best Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television,
Best Performance by an Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television, Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television

Barbie

Alumnus Dana Morris (Film, 2005)

Position: Camera Operator: A-Camera Steadicam

Winner: Cinematic and Box Office Achievement, Best Original Song

Killers of the Flower Moon

Alumnus Alec Nickel (Film, 2014)

Position: Second Assistant Camera

Winner: Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama

We couldn’t be more proud of our alumni who contributed to the productions nominated for Golden Globe awards! Browse the full list of nominated productions and the L.A. Film School alumni who worked on them here below.

1923

Alumnus Ariana Georgescu (Animation, 2013)

Position: Digital Compositor

Alumnus Kyle Ragsdale (Animation, 2021)

Position: Compositor

1923 is nominated for two Golden Globes.

Air

Alumnus Jessica Carraci (Film, 2013)

Position: Second Assistant Camera

Alumnus Matt Cavanaugh (Film, 2013; Recording Arts, 2015)

Position: Sound Effects Editor

Alumnus Benjamin Grimm-Wilson (Film, 2018)

Position: Second Assistant Editor

Air is nominated for two Golden Globes.

Barry

Alumnus Rachael Ferrera (Film, 2005)

Position: Set Decorator

Alumnus Kyle Ragsdale (Animation, 2021)

Position: Compositor

Barry is nominated for two Golden Globes.

Daisy Jones & The Six

Alumnus Angelina Faulkner (Recording Arts, 2012)

Position: ADR Supervisor

Angelina Faulkner is a member of the Spotlight Academy Class of 2021.

Daisy Jones & The Six is nominated for three Golden Globes.

Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 3

Alumnus Lorin Flemming (Film, 2003)

Position: Art Director

Alumnus Brittany Hites (Film, 2012)

Position: Art Director

Alumnus Yoshio Kohashi (Film, 2003)

Position: Visualization Editor

Alumnus Alyssa Ulrich (Entertainment Business, 2019)

Position: H&S Officer; Additional Photography

Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 3 is nominated for one Golden Globe.

John Wick: Chapter 4

Alumnus Kyle Ragsdale (Animation, 2021)

Position: Compositor

Alumnus Nathan Runyan (Film, 2022)

Position: Visualization Co-ordinator (Halon Entertainment)

John Wick: Chapter 4 is nominated for one Golden Globe.

Lawmen: Bass Reeves

Alumnus Phillipp A. Barnett (Film, 2003)

Position: Co-Executive Producer

Lawmen: Bass Reeves is nominated for one Golden Globe.

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One

Alumnus Nathan Runyan (Film, 2022)

Position: Previsualization Production Coordinator (Halon Entertainment)

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One is nominated for one Golden Globe.

Poker Face

Alumnus Tiffany Johnson (Film, 2009)

Position: Director

Poker Face is nominated for one Golden Globe.

Shrinking

Alumnus Michael Streeter (Film, 2006)

Position: Dailies

Shrinking is nominated for one Golden Globe.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Alumnus Daniel McNamara (Recording Arts, 2020)

Position: SFX Editor

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is nominated for three Golden Globes.

Ted Lasso

Alumnus Michael Streeter (Film, 2006)

Position: Dailies Supervisor

Alumnus Jacob Tillman (Film, 2006)

Position: Online Editor

Ted Lasso is nominated for three Golden Globes.

The Curse

Alumnus Phillip Bladh (Recording Arts, 2008)

Position: Production Sound Mixer

Phillip Bladh is a member of the Spotlight Academy class of 2023.

Alumnus Katie Byron (Film, 2007)

Position: Production Designer

Alumnus Rachael Ferrera (Film, 2007)

Position: Set Decorator

The Curse is nominated for one Golden Globe.

The Last of Us

Alumnus Cody Gere (Film, 2017)

Position: Second Assistant Camera

Alumnus Kyle Ragsdale (Animation, 2021)

Position: Compositor

Terry Watson (Film, 2013)

Position: Production Designer

The Last of Us is nominated for three Golden Globes.

Yellowjackets

Alumnus Michael Carreno (Film, 2006)

Position: Assistant Editor

Yellowjackets is nominated for one Golden Globe.

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The Film Degree Program receives accolade from top industry publication for the fourth consecutive year

The Wrap magazine ranks The Los Angeles (L.A.) Film School as one of the top film schools in the U.S., as a part of its Top 50 Film Schools for 2023 ranking. Released annually, this list is compiled based on data points such as student body demographics, class sizes, networking opportunities, as well as insights from industry experts. This accolade signifies the school’s commitment to creating an immersive curriculum that integrates technical knowledge with artistic exploration and creativity, taught by industry-experienced professionals. 

Today, students continue to choose The L.A. Film School as a place to make an impact. Whether it is inside or outside of the classroom, the school places importance on initiatives to enhance the community and create connections with diverse industry ties and firsthand industry exposure. “The school has invested in building community and creating relationships between students through a ‘robust social calendar’ ranging from Zoom mixers to trivia nights to industry speaker forums,” said The Wrap magazine.

“We are grateful and proud to be featured on The Wrap’s issue of top film schools for another year. As the global environment for entertainment continues to evolve, we are committed to instilling the creative thinking skills and confidence needed to thrive in the film and entertainment industry,” said Marlee Rodrigues, program manager for the film program at the L.A. Film School. “Our programs are designed to be immersive and diverse, enabling our students to push their limits and unleash their full potential,” said Rodrigues.

The L.A. Film School offers 17 different online or in-person undergraduate degrees ranging from audio production, graphic design, entertainment business, and more. In 2023, the film school introduced a new collaboration between the animation/VFX and film programs that enables students to develop on-set skills for visual effects artists and supervisors. The L.A. Film School is building partnerships with several virtual production studios, providing students access to real-time production processes while also expanding students’ professional networking opportunities. Explore all of our degree programs here.

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The Los Angeles Recording School, a division of The L.A. Film School, has been named one of Billboard Magazine’s Top Music Business Schools of 2023. 

This list recognizes the range of degrees we offer, our impressive campus facilities as well as our active speaker roster, such as SunPop’s managing partner Will Tenney, who recently visited the campus to speak with students. 

Our ranking specifically showcases our new online completion program, which allows those with an associate degree to earn their Bachelor of Science degree in Entertainment Business, with a concentration on Music Business.

Range of Degrees

Audio, Music & Entertainment Business 

Our Music and Audio programs allow students to explore the many facets of recording technology with the guidance of our award-winning faculty who have worked alongside many famous artists ranging from Chance the Rapper to Taylor Swift. 

Our degree options include:

Completion Degree Programs

Turn an Associate Degree into a Bachelor’s

Billboard highlighted our Entertainment Business completion degree in their Top Music Business School ranking—and for good reason! The program expands on students’ existing knowledge, allowing them to explore the business side of the entertainment industry by refining their marketing skills and business acumen. Students learn from industry professionals and make connections that carry them beyond the classroom.

Our completion programs are designed for students who have already completed an associate degree, allowing them to get a Bachelor’s degree in just 18 months.

Our completion options include:

• Completion Degree in Entertainment Business – online
• Completion Degree in Entertainment Business,  Music Business Concentration – online

Think the Entertainment Business completion degree could be right for you and your goals within the Music Industry? Read more about our programs here.

Notable Music and Audio Alumni

We’re proud of our alumni and the incredible things they’re accomplishing in the entertainment industry. Some notable L.A. Recording school alumni include Jeff Barnes, President of Record Plant Studios in Hollywood, Phillip Bladh, an Oscar^®-winning Sound Mixer and Angelina Faulkner, an Emmy^®-nominated dialogue editor. All of which have been recognized in our annual alumni celebration, The Spotlight Awards.

Read more about Jeff’s experience with artists like Elton John and Justin Bieber, Phillip’s Oscar-winning work on “Sound of Metal” and Angelina’s dialogue in What We Do in the Shadows.

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The Conference Will Take Place on August 19 At The Los Angeles Film School in Hollywood

Legendary rapper and leader of the hip hop group Public Enemy Chuck D will headline the Guild of Music Supervisors 9TH ANNUAL ‘STATE OF MUSIC IN MEDIA’ CONFERENCE alongside iconic hip hop artist Salt (Cheryl “Salt” James), of Salt-n-Pepa, as they celebrate 50 Years of Hip Hop. Other notable speakers include Lorrie Boula, King Tee, Igmar Thomas, Dante Ross, Ananda Lewis, Gustavo Santaolalla, Joel C High, Frankie Pine, Julia Michels, Chris Lennertz, the music team from Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, plus a surprise pop-up hip hop performance. The event will take place on Saturday, August 19th at The Los Angeles Film School in Hollywood, CA.

Programming highlights include:

Fight the Power: How Hip-Hop Changed the World

“Fight the Power: How Hip-Hop Changed the World” is an incredible narrative of struggle, triumph and resistance that will be brought to life through the lens of an art form that has chronicled the emotions, experiences, and expressions of Black and Brown communities: Hip-Hop. In the aftermath of America’s racial and political reckoning in 2020, the perspectives and stories shared in Hip-Hop are key to understanding injustice in the U.S. over the last half-century.
Panelists: Chuck D & Lorrie Boula

The Origins of Hip-Hop

Origins will deep dive into the inception of hip-hop in the early 70’s and how its unique electric sound was influenced by Jazz, Rhythm & Blues.
Moderator: John Paul McGee – Assistant Chair of Piano Department – Berklee College of Music
Panelists:
Amani “Burt Blackarach” Smith – Music Supervisor – Salamani Music
King Tee – American West Coast Rapper
Cheryl “SALT” James aka Salt of Salt-n-Pepa

The Golden Age of Hip-Hop

Hip-Hop’s influence on the 80’s & 90s is undeniable with socially conscious music being surfaced in tandem with some of the most iconic photography and fashion of the 21st century! Hip-Hop makes an indelible mark on the world with style, swag, and grace while concurrently illuminating often very sinister elements of being black in America.
Panelists:
Dante Ross – A&R/Producer/Author – Stimulated
Ananda Lewis – Mom, TV Host, Health Activist, Carpenter
Senyon Kelly – Operations Manager, Archives, Curatorial – Universal Hip Hop Museum

The Global Impact of Hip Hop: Passing the torch for the next 50 years

Fifty years later, Hip-Hop is undeniably one of the most celebrated art forms in the music industry! It has survived insurmountable hurdles like hate, ridicule & censorship. Having preserved through the gauntlet, the result has been an augmented global community that has adopted this music as part of their family, bringing with it a herculean amount of history, context, struggle & joy.
Moderator: Chris Lakey – SVP, Global Creative Synch, Kobalt Music Publishing
Panelist: Igmar Thomas – Trumpeter, Composer, Arranger, Band Leader

The Last Of Us (Part II)

Journey Of A Soundtrack From Video Game To Max Series
Panelists:
Scott Hanau – Score Director/Music Producer, Sony Interactive Entertainment
Phil Kovats, MPSE – Senior Director of Sound, PlayStation Studios
Craig Mazin – Showrunner, Writer (Streaming Series)
Gustavo Santaolalla – Composer (Game & Streaming Series)

Daisy Jones and The Six: Music Supervisor Frankie Pine on Preparing for Successful On-Camera Performances

An in-depth overview of a music supervisor’s role in pre-production on an on-camera intensive project, and how to set up for success in production and post-production.
Moderator: Amanda Krieg Thomas – Music Supervisor, Yay Team Inc.
Panelist: Frankie Pine – Music Supervisor, Whirly Girl Music

Reinventing The Soundtrack of a Galaxy Far, Far Away

How do you create new music for the most iconic franchise in entertainment history? For Jedi Survivor, you throw away the rule book, make some bold choices, and deliver two new soundtracks that stand proudly on their own within the classic Star Wars canon. We’ll break down the entire process – from concept and development through recording and release – with the composers and key players behind the acclaimed new Jedi Survivor score and Sounds For The Galactic Skylanes, the first-ever album of original songs from a Star Wars title.
Panelists:
Douglas Reilly – Vice President, Games, Lucasfilm, Ltd.
Steve Schnur – Producer, Jedi Survivor & Sounds For The Galactic Skylanes
Gordy Haab – Co-composer, Jedi Survivor
Stephen Barton – Co-composer, Jedi Survivor
Nick Laviers – Audio Director, Respawn Entertainment

The Real Deal

How to Score an Unscripted Series. A conversation with music supervisors and synch reps about how to craft memorable music moments for Reality TV on a shoestring budget.
Moderator: Adam Brodsky – Owner, Woolly Music
Panelists:
Joe O’Riordan – Freelance Music Supervisor
Deja Siegler – CEO / Music Supervisor, Alooma Inc
Rochelle Holguin Cappello – Senior Vice President, Creative Music Strategy at Paramount

Music for the Masses

Trends, Tropes, and Techniques for Effective Advertising Music A conversation about the power of music in advertising, exploring timeless techniques and creative approaches that make for effective campaigns.
Moderator: Jeff Kling – Founder, CCO at Das Favorite
Panelists:
Josh Marcy – Director of Music, Media Arts Lab
Ben Dorenfeld – Director of Music, Anomaly
Jarred Causly – Sr. Music Supervisor, Saatchi & Saatchi
Beliansh Assefa – Music Producer, Townhouse / Grey

The Music, The Paperwork, and Everything in Between: A Dialogue with Supervisors and Composers on Best Practices and Allyship Therein

This conversation will explore the important relationship between Music Supervisors and Composers. It will highlight each individual role as well as the collaborative effort that is telling stories through music, particularly in film, and discuss the best ways to take on the whole musical process as a unified team.
Moderator: Sami Posner, Music Supervisor, Blue Lily and Creative Control
Panelists:
Chris Lennertz – Composer
Dara Taylor – Composer
Julia Michels – Music Supervisor, Format Entertainment
Joel C. High – Music Supervisor, Creative Control

Music Clearance 101

The basics of music clearance and licensing are explained in an easy to understand and practical way for anyone interested in doing the job right!
Panelist: Linda Osher – President, LJO Music Consulting

Music Clearance 201

Advanced Topics and Strategies in Music Clearance.
Panelists:
Matt Lilley – President, MCL Music Services, Inc.
Karen Falzone – Owner, Mostly Music
Moderator: Lindsay Wolfington – Music Supervisor, Lone Wolf Music Supervision

1-ON-1 MENTORSHIP SESSIONS HAPPENING AT THE GMS CONFERENCE

As part of the 9th Annual GMS Conference we’re offering a 15 minute 1-on-1 session for aspiring music supervisors to meet successful people working in the field of music supervision. This opportunity is open to aspiring music supervisors only.
NOTE: These are not music pitching sessions. Music pitching is not allowed at this event.

To learn more and buy tickets, visit https://www.gmsmediaconference.com

Members of the Guild of Music Supervisors and Friends of the Guild will receive a discount on their ticket purchase. Tickets are available to the public at full price and come with a complimentary 1-Year subscription as a “Friend of the Guild” to learn about all the benefits the organization offers. Students and Military personnel will receive a discount to attend as well.
To purchase tickets to attend the conference, please visit our ticketing page here.
The event is brought to you in collaboration with The Los Angeles Film School.

The Guild of Music Supervisors Conference grants participants the opportunity to network with some of industry’s top leaders, plus attend a variety of informative panels on subjects covering music in film, television, advertising, documentaries, games, trailers and more. Past conference participants include Issa Rae, Jewel, Daniel Lanois, Hildur Guðnadóttir, and more.

For ongoing updates, follow the event hashtag #GMSConference across the Guild’s social media platforms:

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About The Guild of Music Supervisors

The Guild of Music Supervisors is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2010 with the goal of preserving and promoting the critical role of the Music Supervisor within all forms of media. The Guild holds numerous educational and networking events throughout the year, including the annual State of Music in Media Conference. For more information, please visit http://www.guildofmusicsupervisors.com

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