Filmmaking / Directing : Music for Film & TV by Gael MacGregor

I’ve been on sort of a sabbatical for a while, so hope that Karen “Kay” Ross’s previous request to cross post this is still a needed/wanted bit of advice about music in your projects.

Important Note: The #1 reason your film won’t be picked up (for sale or distribution) is lack of music receivables (ALL, including song licenses, composer, music supervisor, & music editor agreements, etc.).

Music supervisors can make sure that you have the licenses you need before you even hit the Film Festivals to shop your project.

I've been working in music supervision, coordination, and administration for quite a few years, first at a music supervision house, now as an indie. I'm also a musician/artist and author, so have a unique perspective on the needs and wants from both sides of the table.

In addition, I consult with filmmakers, artists, and all the folks on the business side of the biz, and how that impacts both the music composers, publishers, and artists. I can also get the creatives and bean counters to talk to one another, since I speak both "artist" and "suit".