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THE ART OF THE PITCH

MODULE 7

 

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WHAT YOU WILL LEARNย ย 

This module, led by the legendary Dave Jordan, unpacks the art of pitching your vision as a music supervisor and landing those career-defining projects. Drawing from his experience crafting the sonic landscapes for over 150 projects, from indie films to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Dave reveals the secrets to mastering the pitch process.

You'll learn how to craft a standout personal brand, understand what studios and directors truly want, and present imaginative, memorable ideas that set you apart from the competition. With practical tips and real-world examples, Dave equips you with the confidence to sell yourself and your skills, ensuring you're the right person to shape their project.

Beyond understanding creative elements and what directors and studios may be looking for, the course also teaches key preparation techniques, from researching a director's career to building playlists, presenting multiple pitches, suggesting composers, and stress-testing your presentation. Dave emphasizes the importance of theย 3Cs โ€“ Creative, Craft, and Collaboration โ€“ in every pitch.

He'll guide you through understanding technical aspects, rehearsing your pitch, and mastering the art of active listening. He also shares actionable steps, from researching directors and previous collaborators to identifying key music moments in a script and suggesting composers and brings this all to life through a mock pitch. By the end of this module, you'll be ready to deliver a powerful pitch, build lasting relationships, and leave a lasting sonic impact on any project.

WHO IS THIS MODULE FOR?

MUSIC STUDENTS
MUSIC SUPERVISORS
FILM & TV PROFESSIONALS
FILMMAKERS
SHOWRUNNERS
DIRECTORS

Dave Jordanย is a globally renowned music supervisor and the founder and CEO of Format Entertainment, based in Los Angeles. With over 25 years in the entertainment industry, he has been instrumental in shaping the sonic landscapes of some of Hollywood's most iconic films.

Dave is best known for supervising the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe, curating the sonic identities for blockbuster franchises such as Guardians of the Galaxy, Iron Man, Avengers, Black Panther, Captain America, and more. His ability to seamlessly integrate music into storytelling has cemented him as the top-grossing music supervisor in film history, with over 34 MCU films debuting at #1 at the box office and over $54b in box office revenue.

As the head of Format Entertainment, Dave has helped oversee music supervision for other major franchises, including Transformers, Fast & Furious, and Suicide Squad. Under his leadership, Format has produced chart-topping soundtracks such as A Star is Born, Deadpool & Wolverine, Black Panther, Pitch Perfect, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 1 & 2.ย ย 

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