About the Production Music Conference
The PMA’s Production Music Conference is the international gathering place for the production music community, and is scheduled for October 6-8, 2026 at the Hilton in Universal City, Los Angeles, CA.
This is an in-person event, with panel programming streamed live both within the virtual conference platform and within the conference app. Attendees represent 80+ countries, ranging from publishers to composers, technology partners and financial partners, and everything in between. The PMC provides networking and educational opportunities to further advance the value of production music and the industry's community.
Tickets available now through Thursday, October 1st at 6pm PT. Register now at the standard admission rate. Late registration fees start September 14th!
2026 PMC Schedule
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COMPOSER TRACK
Get your music library-ready and avoid errors that could cost time, money and opportunity. This timely conversation highlights some of the most common mistakes composers and songwriters make when submitting or contributing to music libraries. While nothing takes the place of experience, these useful tips will help you avoid missteps that could keep you out of consideration.
Panelists:
Jeff Rona - Owner, Liquid Cinema
Katerina Tolkishevskaya - Music Editor, Music Producer, Project Manager, Liquid Cinema
PUBLISHER TRACK
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An examination of the industry specific expectations and approaches to creating custom composition for entertainment marketing and the branded / product advertising industry. Our discussion will feature top level composers, music supervisors, and producers sharing their insights on process, expectations, navigating client requests, and understanding the creative brief, and highlighting notable placements. We’ll touch on the different production workflows of trailers versus advertising and the differing creative expectations in both arenas.
Panelists:
Michael Maas - Trailer Composer, Owner, Audio of Attack Trailer Music, Founder of Magnetic Music
Ken Lewis - Founder, Magnetic Music
Jason Payne - Advertising and Trailer Composer, Remixer, Exciter Music
Lana Bui - Founder, Music Supervisor & Creative Strategist, Lana Bui MX
Maura Duval Griffin - Music Supervisor, Eternal Music Group
Moderator: James Panepinto - Head of Sync, Phantom Power Music
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What happens between a finished master and a fully published production music release? This session explores the often-overlooked technical workflow that connects audio, metadata, artwork, validation, formatting, and distribution. Attendees will learn practical approaches to metadata preparation, data structure, quality control, asset management, and delivery workflows that help reduce errors, improve efficiency, and keep catalogs ready for distribution across multiple platforms and partners.
Panelists:
Ryan Rapsys - Founder, Total Metadata
Camryn Colella - Metadata Supervisor, Total Metadata
Noah Mirtes - Full Stack Developer, Total Metadata
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Latin music has become one of the most influential musical forces in the world. Yet in film, television, and advertising, it is often misunderstood, stereotyped, or used superficially. As global audiences continue to diversify and the demand for authentic Latin soundtracks reaches an all time high, understanding how Latin music can be authentically integrated into visual storytelling is becoming essential for the sync industry.
From streaming series and global films to major brand campaigns, music supervisors are increasingly searching for music that reflects the cultural diversity and sonic richness of Latin America. But sourcing authentic Latin music is not as simple as typing “Latin vibe” into a search engine. This panel explores how authentic Latin music is actually discovered, licensed, and integrated into film, television, and commercial storytelling.
Panelists will discuss:
- How music supervisors search for authentic Latin sounds
- The difference between “Latin-flavored” stock music and culturally authentic recordings
- Why real bands and regional styles matter for storytelling
- The growing demand for Latin genres across global content platforms
- How Latin catalogs and composers can position themselves for sync opportunities
- Common mistakes productions make when sourcing Latin music
- The creative collaboration between music supervisors, producers, and Latin music specialists in crafting soundtracks that feel culturally real rather than generic.
Panelists:
Daniel Indart - Owner & CEO, Latin Music Specialists
Michelle Silverman — Music Supervisor
Harold Guerrero - Founder & CEO, SyncLat
Manuel Carvajal - Senior Producer, Davis Elen Advertising
Gimena Barcenas - Latin Sync Manager, Universal Music Publishing Group
Moderator: Heidy Vaquerano - Partner and Co-Chair, Entertainment & Sports Law Department, Fox Rothschild LLP
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Production music is a demanding, competitive, and often invisible industry — and for mothers working within it, the challenges are compounded. This panel brings together working mothers at different stages and vantage points in the production music world to explore what it actually takes to build and sustain a career in this space while raising a family. From managing creative output around childcare and school schedules, to maintaining relationships with libraries and supervisors, to the psychological weight of feeling “off-radar” during maternity leave — this session goes beyond inspiration and into practical realities. Panelists will address how motherhood has shaped their creative identity, what systems and strategies have made their careers sustainable, and what the industry needs to do differently to retain and elevate mothers in production music.
Panelists:
Amy Ward — Songwriter, Vocalist and Producer for Film, TV
Mirette Seireg — Owner, President, MPath Music
Natalie Jacobs — Founder, CEO, Equalizer Consulting
Jenny Plant - Artist, Composer
Amanda Jones — Emmy-Winning Composer
Moderator: Tiff Randol — Composer, Songwriter, Producer & Co-Founder, Mamas in Music
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*Schedule subject to change.
PMC 2026 Presenting Sponsor
Special Thanks To
Bronze Sponsors
Exhibiting Sponsors
Mark Awards Sponsors
Supporting Sponsors
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
The PMC is the premier opportunity for brands serving the production music community to market their products, build awareness, and connect with the industry’s most influential leaders in media and music.
As a non-profit we rely on help from our industry colleagues. If you are interested in supporting the Production Music Association for our annual Production Music Conference in October, please contact sponsorship@pmamusic.com to request a sponsorship deck or click below.
Conference FAQ
Where can I buy tickets to the Production Music Conference?
Please visit https://www.accelevents.com/e/pmc-2026
I'm new to the PMA - how do I attend the conference?
Our “Non-member” ticket is a perfect option if you are checking out the PMC for the first time. We also invite you to join the PMA by visiting https://pmamusic.com/join/ to learn about our membership levels. PMA Members receive discounted conference tickets, access to exclusive events and content, and perks throughout the year!
How can my company buy multiple tickets?
Please reach out to sponsorship@pmamusic.com for opportunities to support the PMA by becoming a conference sponsor!
Where do I park?
On-Site Hotel Parking: Self-parking and valet options are available at the Hilton Universal City, though daily rates apply and can add up over the three-day event.
Advance Booked Parking: Discounted rates, surrounding garages, and local parking can be booked in advance using the SpotHero Parking Finder or the ParkWhiz Los Angeles Parking to compare nearby lots.
Public Transit: The Universal City/Studio City B-Line (Red) Station is within walking distance, just down the hill from the hotel parking lot.
When and where is conference check-in?
Please check back for check-in details. Be sure to leave ample time for parking and registration before your first panel or event!
Can I wait until the last minute to buy a ticket?
All ticket sales and registration close on Thursday, October 1st at 6pm PT.
Can I get a refund or transfer my ticket?
Sorry, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
STUDENT DISCOUNT
Are you a full time student interested in attending the Production Music Conference? Upload your Student ID as proof of eligibility. Upon verification, you will be given access to a special student conference rate.
We also offer a discounted $50 annual student membership and volunteer opportunities to full time students! Fill out the student form (linked below) and contact info@pmamusic.com for more information.
PMC 2026 Hotel Information
We’re returning to the Hilton in Universal City, Los Angeles. Our exclusive group rate is available now for a limited time and our room block is already 95% booked.
Prefer to call? Contact the Hilton In-House Reservations Department at 818-623-1434 (7am–7pm PT daily) and reference Group Code: PMA26
The deadline to book your discounted room rate is Wednesday, September 2, 2026.