The event took place on Saturday, February 2, 2019, during the Film Music Prague Festival and was moderated by film music journalist and the festival’s Head of Industry, Eleni Mitsiaki. The panel focused deeply on the mechanics of the international soundtrack market, covering the fundamental roles agents play and how composers can successfully find representation. The conversation explored why having a strong advocate is crucial for managing a modern media composer’s career, negotiations, and intellectual property.

Panelists:

Maggie Rodford: The managing director of the elite British music agency Air-Edel, who shared insight into what top agencies look for when signing new talent.

Chantelle Woodnutt: A prominent music supervisor from Air-Edel, who provided perspective on how music is selected, pitched, and cleared for major film and television productions