Over 800 past events have covered topics such as music publishing, songwriting, music licensing, and artist management, among others. NARIP has also organized pitch sessions where music creators and songwriters can pitch their work to industry professionals for feedback and potential placements.
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| 2014-11-23 | In LA – NARIP Executive Dog Walk
Come for a short hike with the Hounds of NARIP  on Sunday, November 23, 2014 starting at Elysian Park in Los Angeles DETAILS Join us for NARIP’s next Executive Dog Walk, named after Haribo The Executive Dog (pictured above). Obviously, bring your dog! And if you don’t have a dog, come anyway! We will meet at the parking lot at the junction of Academy Road and Stadium Way in Echo Park. This walk is of light to medium difficulty, and takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. After the hike we will meet at the Cafe Chango to celebrate our vigorous exercise with a 10,000-calorie meal. Ha! Just kidding. Location will have an outdoor area where we can bring our dogs. If you can’t join us on the hike, meet us there at 10:30 a.m. NARIP’s Executive Dog Walk is free but please RSVP so we know how many people to expect. You need not be a NARIP member (or own a dog) to join us, all are welcome. Carpooling is encouraged! WHEN Sunday, November 23, 2014 9:00 a.m. Meet at Elysian Park parking lot, hike begins 10:15 a.m. Hike ends 10:30 a.m. Coffee and bagels at Chango WHERE Elysian Park 1413 Academy Road Los Angeles, CA 90012 PARKING Parking lot at junction of Academy Road and Stadium Way. AFTER HIKE Join us for bagels and coffee immediately after the hike at Chango:Cafe. Chango 1559 Echo Park Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90026 MESSAGE FROM NARIP If you ever wish to get a pet, please adopt, don’t shop. Many, many lovely animals need homes – go to the over-loaded shelters in your area FIRST (please). Thank you. |
| 2012-06-30 | In LA – NARIP Cocktail Mixer ~ Goodbye Maurice & Simone AKA The Dutch Mafia
 NARIP Mixer Come Meet, Greet and Say Goodbye! Saturday, June 30, 2012 at Skinny’s Lounge in Los Angeles, CA Come mix, meet and mingle at NARIP’s next music biz cocktail mixer, and bid adieu to Maurice Schoonbroodt & Simone Grau AKA The Dutch Mafia. FREE admission. Feel free to bring gifts, cash or offers of employment! You need not be a NARIP member to attend. Admission is FREE but please RSVP and register below Come along to meet existing friends and contacts, and make new ones! Among other things, NARIP sponsors events like these to encourage networking and the fostering of business relationships in the record industry. Over 75% of all great opportunities, deals and job offers come about as a direct result of second and third party referrals – who you know matters. So get to know more people in the record biz, and let them get to know you! Please join us and bring plenty of business cards. All are welcome, details below. RSVP NOW Please RSVP online – just scroll down. Is your network not working? Ours is. They can’t promote you if they don’t know who you are! Special thanks to Skinny’s Lounge for their help with this event. . WHEN Saturday, June 30, 2012 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. WHERE Skinny’s Lounge 4923 Lankershim Boulevard North Hollywood, CA 91601 Tel: (818) 763-6581 COST Free but please RSVP below. . PARKING & DIRECTIONS Click here for map. QUESTIONS? Call 818-769-7007 or email info AT narip DOT com Get connected. Stay connected. The National Association of Record Industry Professionals promotes career advancement, education and good will among record executives. |
| 2016-10-23 | in LA – NARIP Brunch @ Studio Maesto, Hosted by Planet LA Records
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| 2016-09-18 | In LA – NARIP Brunch @ JN Media
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| 2015-10-14 | In LA – NARIP Advertising Music Supervisor Session with Goodears’ Shuman (Apple, Target, Nike) *SOLD OUT*
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| 2015-08-26 | In LA – NARIP Advertising Music Supervisor Session with Gabe McDonough of MAS
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| 2015-03-11 | In LA – NARIP Advertising Music Supervisor Session -w- Elias Arts’ Jason Kramer **SOLD OUT**
NARIP Music Supervisor Sessions: Intimate Pitch Meetings With Film & TV Music Supervisors  with Elias Arts Music Supervisor Jason Kramer This event is SOLD OUT on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 in Los Angeles, CA OVER 200 PLACEMENTS FROM NARIP MUSIC SUPERVISOR SESSIONS Our small format works! NARIP Session participants have placed over 200 tracks as a direct result of NARIP Sessions. NARIP’S BIGGEST PLACEMENT TO DATE : VODAFONE Click here to read about NARIP’s biggest placement to date in a Vodafone campaign (Oct 2014) that paid handsomely and launched a career. DON’T GET LOST IN THE CROWD : SMALL IS THE NEW BIG NARIP Sessions are deliberately kept small and intimate, which is just one reason they work so well and why participants have enjoyed over 200 placements to date. Limited enrollment of 16 people per session guarantees that registrants meet and get face-time with our guest. Registrants also get a brief of the guest supervisor’s CURRENT music needs, a chance to pitch plus immediate feedback at each session, taking the mystery out of why a piece of music does or doesn’t fit. On-the-spot feedback enables registrants to re-work tracks and get them licensed. Placements secured and professional relationships formed through NARIPs music supervisor sessions have earned praise and many placements! See TESTIMONIALS and PLACEMENTS sections below. ABOUT JASON KRAMER Jason Kramer is the concept music supervisor for Elias Arts, a prestigious music production company based in Santa Monica and New York. Elias Arts specializes in original music composition, sound design, music supervision, and audio branding for commercials. He won Best Music Supervision in Advertising, awarded by the Guild of Music Supervisors in 2013. Jason also curates an interview / recording session with artists who have visited the Elias Arts Santa Monica studio. Outside of Elias, Jason is host his popular radio show every Tuesday night on 89.9-FM KCRW in Santa Monica and has been part of the KCRW team for 17 years. This semester, Jason teaches a class at UCLA on music supervision. He has lectured at other colleges and institutions including at Radio Beijing on creating a radio show. He also moderates panels on music supervision. Jason has volunteered at the David Lynch Foundation and was on the Fox Music/ Hamilton High School Grammy foundation program where he mentored high school kids for many years. Jason started working in music in ’94 with Skunk Records, the label known for the band Sublime. In the past Jason has also worked in various music houses and TV stations including Fox Sports for 6 years. He has experience managing bands. He worked with rock band LA Guns for a time before his employment at Elias Arts. He wanted to get familiar with radio so he answered phones at KLOS radio in 1992, which lead him years later to producing syndicated radio shows for Fox Sports Radio. In 2000, Jason was one of the original VJs for Soundbreak.com (the first Internet radio station). At Elias Arts, he has created a live interview showcase called “Unreleased” where he has featured artists like Liam Bailey, Robert Delong, Rudimental, Clean Bandit, and many more. TESTIMONIALS Click here to read what people say about NARIP’s Music Supervisor Sessions. NARIP MUSIC SUPERVISOR SESSIONS IN THE NEWS, PLACEMENTS & SUCCESS STORIES See full list of NARIP placements to date here. For articles in The Guardian (UK), MusikWeek (UK), Musik Woche (Germany), Taxi Drivers: Cinema e Cultura Metropolitano (Italy), MEOW (US) and other publications, and to read about NARIP members and session participants who have made almost 100 placements as a direct result of NARIP Sessions, click here. THANK YOU Special thanks to SAE Institute of Technology for their help organizing this event. WHEN This event is SOLD OUT Wednesday, March 11, 2015 (7:00 p.m.) 6:30 p.m. – Registration and networking 7:00 p.m. – Program begins 8:15 p.m. – Break 10:00 p.m. – Program ends WHERE SAE Institute of Technology – Note NEW location, SAE has moved! Now located in former Eastman Kodak Building 6700 Santa Monica Boulevard Classroom 5, 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90038 Tel: 323-466-6323 CROSS STREETS Santa Monica and Las Palmas. Enter lot from Las Palmas (76 Station on corner). NOT IN LA? PITCH REMOTELY OR VIA GOOGLE HANGOUT If you can’t be here in person, at most locations we can accommodate pitching via Google Hangout, or we can present material and provide the guest music supervisor’s feedback to you directly. If you have questions about this, please call or email Mary Bee at 818-769-7007 or mary@narip.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND Artist Managers, Producers & Artist Reps A&R, Artist Development and Marketing Executives Record, Distribution & Music Publishing Executives Anyone seeking placement opportunities in film and TV. COST $249 NARIP Members * $329 Non-Members * Available to Professional and Executive NARIP Members only (not monthly members). Members please log in to receive discount. 2 WAYS TO REGISTER 1. Online: NARIP.com (just scroll down) 2. Phone: 818-769-7007 Advance RSVP encouraged. Pre-paid admission guarantees seating. No refunds. We appreciate your cooperation. QUESTIONS Call us at 818 769 7007 or email mary AT narip DOT com. SOURCES FOR MORE INFO Elias Arts Jason Kramer on IMDB NARIP SAE Institute Get connected. Stay connected. ____________________________________________________ The National Association of Record Industry Professionals is the biggest music business network in the world, now in nine major cities. We promote career advancement, education and good will among record executives. . |
| 2018-10-30 | In LA – NARIP Advertising Music Supervisor Pitch Session (Microsoft, Hyundai, Dodge): Celestina Lucero
NARIP Advertising Music Supervisor Pitch Sessionwith Innocean’s Celestina Lucero |
| 2012-06-21 | In LA – NARIP Ad Agency Music Supervisor Session #2 with Deutsch’s Marisa Wasser
Intimate Pitch Meetings With Ad Agency Music Supervisors  Session #2 with Deutsch’s Marisa Wasser on Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Universal Mastering in Los Angeles, CA
A top-rated music supervisor from one of the leading ad agencies in Los Angeles is our special guest at NARIP’s next Music Supervisor Session: Deutsch’s Marisa Wasser. Wasser commissions, licenses and places music for global advertising campaigns for the world’s most recognizable brands, including Saturn, Old Navy, Volkswagen, Dr Pepper/Snapple and others Come meet this career-maker. SMALL IS THE NEW BIG NARIP’s small sessions (limited enrollment of 16 people per session) guarantee face-time with our guest, registrants get brief of supervisor’s CURRENT music needs, a chance to pitch plus immediate feedback. You get to meet and pitch our guest for current opportunities on the spot, receiving instant feedback as to whether a song or cue is appropriate or not, and most importantly, WHY. This feedback makes better pitches – and ultimately, placements – possible. Participants even have the opportunity to re-work music to better fit a supervisor’s needs. Placements secured and professional relationships formed through NARIP”s music supervisor sessions have earned praise… and placements! See TESTIMONIALS below. ABOUT MARISA WASSER Marisa Wasser is Senior Producer / Music Supervisor at global ad agency Deutsch. With a passion for music, Marisa began helping producers find music tracks to be placed in commercials. Soon, more agency brands became interested in her specialty: up-and-coming bands. She built and nurtured relationships between agencies and numerous labels and became a Music Supervisor at Deutsch LA while maintaining her role as a Broadcast Producer. She has worked with bands directly to compose tracks for Saturn, Old Navy, Volkswagen and many other Deutsch clients. Current clients include HTC, Dr Pepper/Snapple, Volkswagen, California Milk Advisory Board. TESTIMONIALS Click here to read what people say about NARIP’s Music Supervisor Sessions. NARIP MUSIC SUPERVISOR SESSIONS IN THE NEWS & SUCCESS STORIES For articles in The Guardian (UK), Musik Woche (Germany) and other publications, and to read about NARIP members making placements, click here . WHEN Ad Agency Session #2 with Deutsch’s Marisa Wasser Thursday, June 21, 2012 6:30 p.m. – Registration and networking 7:00 p.m. – Program begins 8:15 p.m. – Break 9:30 p.m. – Program ends Can’t attend or not in LA? Pitch via Skype! Call 818-769-7007 or email mary AT narip DOT com for details. LOCATIONS FOR NARIP’S SESSIONS IN THIS SERIES VARY. PLEASE BE SURE TO NOTE CORRECT LOCATION FOR EACH SESSION! Special thanks to Nick Dofflemyer at Universal Mastering Studios for sponsoring this event. WHERE: Universal Mastering 3400 Cahuenga Blvd. – Building C Los Angeles, CA 90068 Tel: 818.286.6233 LOCATIONS FOR NARIP’S SESSIONS IN THIS SERIES VARY. PLEASE BE SURE TO NOTE CORRECT LOCATION FOR EACH SESSION! DIRECTIONS & MAP Universal Mastering Studios is not visible from the street (Cahuenga), it is in the same complex as LA Fitness, right next to Panasonic and in the former Hanna Barbera Building. Major cross streets: Universal Studios Boulevard and Oakshire Drive, just east of Universal Studios Boulevard. The entrance is in the BACK of the building. Click here for map. PARKING Parking is free, but please note that Universal Mastering Studios has only 5 spots allotted directly in front of the entrance to the studio. If these are full then continue into the parking structure where you will find more spots on level B2. Be sure to park ONLY in spots marked UMSW (Universal Mastering Studios West) – spots for NARIP event attendees will be reserved with traffic cones. There is also street parking available – be sure to read posted signs. 2 WAYS TO REGISTER 1. Online: www.narip.com (just scroll down) 2. Phone: 818-769-7007 Advance RSVP encouraged. Pre-paid admission guarantees seating. No refunds. We appreciate your cooperation. PER-SESSION COST $249 NARIP Members * $329 Non-Members * Available to Professional and Executive NARIP Members only (not Monthly Members). WHO SHOULD ATTEND Artist Managers, Producers & Artist Reps A&R, Artist Development and Marketing Executives Record, Distribution & Music Publishing Executives Music & Entertainment Attorneys Anyone seeking placement opportunities in advertising and brand campaigns. QUESTIONS? Call us at 818-769-7007 or email simone AT narip DOT com. SOURCES FOR MORE INFO Deutsch Media Arts Lab Discmakers NARIP Get connected. Stay connected. The National Association of Record Industry Professionals promotes career advancement, education and good will among record executives. . |
| 2012-05-29 | In LA – NARIP Ad Agency Music Supervisor Session #1 with Media Arts Lab’s David Taylor
Intimate Pitch Meetings With Ad Agency Music Supervisors  Session #1 with Media Arts Lab’s David Taylor on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at SAE Institute in Los Angeles, CA
A top-rated music supervisor from one of the leading ad agencies in Los Angeles is our special guest at NARIP’s next Music Supervisor Session: Media Arts Lab’s David Taylor. Taylor commissions, licenses and places music for global advertising campaigns for the world’s most recognizable brands, including Apple, Pepsi, Miramax Films and Victoria’s Secret. Come meet this career-maker. SMALL IS THE NEW BIG NARIP’s small sessions (limited enrollment of 16 people per session) guarantee face-time with our guest, registrants get brief of supervisor’s CURRENT music needs, a chance to pitch plus immediate feedback. You get to meet and pitch our guest for current opportunities on the spot, receiving instant feedback as to whether a song or cue is appropriate or not, and most importantly, WHY. This feedback makes better pitches – and ultimately, placements – possible. Participants even have the opportunity to re-work music to better fit a supervisor’s needs. Placements secured and professional relationships formed through NARIP”s music supervisor sessions have earned praise… and placements! See TESTIMONIALS below. ABOUT DAVID TAYLOR David has been a Music Supervisor for 12 years working with clients such as Apple, Pepsi, Miramax Films and Victoria’s Secret to name a few. As Music Director for TBWA / Media Arts Lab, David spends his days listening to music and strategizing on how certain pieces might translate to the ad. In short, he’s responsible for creating that moment in which music synchs with moving images and finds the right balance and tone to articulate a product’s feeling. He’s a part of creating that instant in which the consumer recognizes, “I remember that song from that commercial.” David has been credited for breaking bands such as Feist, The Fratellis, Grouplove, Wolfmother, The Ting Tings, Yael Naim, Chappo, CSS, Chilly Gonzalez & Chairlift by selecting their music for use in highly-coveted TV ads. TESTIMONIALS Click here to read what people say about NARIP’s Music Supervisor Sessions. NARIP MUSIC SUPERVISOR SESSIONS IN THE NEWS & SUCCESS STORIES For articles in The Guardian (UK), Musik Woche (Germany) and other publications, and to read about NARIP members making placements, click here. WHEN Ad Agency Session #1 with Media Arts Lab’s David Taylor Tuesday, May 29, 2012 6:30 p.m. – Registration and networking 7:00 p.m. – Program begins 8:15 p.m. – Break 9:30 p.m. – Program ends LOCATIONS FOR NARIP’S SESSIONS IN THIS SERIES VARY. PLEASE BE SURE TO NOTE CORRECT LOCATION FOR EACH SESSION! WHERE SAE Institute of Technology 6565 W. Sunset Blvd, Suite 100 Los Angeles, CA 90028 LOCATIONS FOR NARIP’S SESSIONS IN THIS SERIES VARY. PLEASE BE SURE TO NOTE CORRECT LOCATION FOR EACH SESSION! PARKING Paid parking available in the parking garage immediately adjacent to SAE. Metered parking available on side-streets. Be sure to read signs! THANK YOU  Special thanks to SAE Institute of Technology and Jessica Ramos for her help with this series. 2 WAYS TO REGISTER 1. Online: www.narip.com (just scroll down) 2. Phone: 818-769-7007 Advance RSVP encouraged. Pre-paid admission guarantees seating. No refunds. We appreciate your cooperation. PER-SESSION COST $249 NARIP Members * $329 Non-Members * Available to Professional and Executive NARIP Members only (not Monthly Members). WHO SHOULD ATTEND Artist Managers, Producers & Artist Reps A&R, Artist Development and Marketing Executives Record, Distribution & Music Publishing Executives Music & Entertainment Attorneys Anyone seeking placement opportunities in advertising and brand campaigns. QUESTIONS? Call us at 818-769-7007 or email simone AT narip DOT com. SOURCES FOR MORE INFO Deutsch Media Arts Lab SAE Institute of Technology NARIP Get connected. Stay connected. The National Association of Record Industry Professionals promotes career advancement, education and good will among record executives. . |
| 2014-05-21 | In LA – NARIP A&R Pitch Session with Warner Music Group’s Aton Ben-Horin **SOLD OUT**
 with Warner Music Group’s Director of Global A&R Aton Ben-Horin on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 Thank you Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas and Edmond!!
NARIP’s A&R Pitch Sessions are small, intimate pitch sessions (limited to 12 participants) with some of the best A&R executives in the business today. At each NARIP A&R Pitch Session, one A&R executive will listen and provide live feedback to music presented to him for analysis and consideration for label acts who accept outside material. Participants will receive an advance brief of the A&R executive’s current music needs to enable them to prepare the most focused pitch. ABOUT ATON BEN-HORIN Aton Ben-Horin is an American record producer and music executive. As of 2013, he serves as Director of Global A&R for all of Warner Music Group’s labels, including Atlantic Records and Warner Bros. Records. Ben-Horin is also the Owner of Plush Recording Studios, the CEO of Plush Management LLC, and a founding partner/producer for The Agency (production team). Aton began his career as a musician and songwriter in a touring rock band, Atomic Tangerine, sharing the stage with acts such as Simple Plan and Jimmy Eat World. He then ventured into the dance music scene and began DJing and producing dance music under the name DJ 8on. He headlined the BreakBeat stage at Ultra Music Festival, radio mix shows, and local music venues. In 2007 Aton opened Plush Recording Studios, which has developed into one of the premier Florida recording studios, with clients such as Nicki Minaj, Flo Rida, Justin Bieber, and Chris Brown, to name a few. Through his production and songwriting team, The Agency, Aton has produced and licensed a catalog of songs with the likes of John Legend, Rick Ross, Ciara, and many more. Through Plush Management LLC, he signed YouTube sensation Avery and secured her a major record deal with Universal Motown. His multi-faceted path through live performance and management soon led him to A&R. In 2012, Aton began performing A&R service at Warner Music Group under Mike Caren Worldwide president of A&R for the Warner Music Group. WHAT At this intimate NARIP A&R Pitch Session, participants get to pitch to our guest speaker. Smaller is better: the number of participants at this session is limited to twelve (12). Each person is guaranteed the opportunity to pitch at least two (2) songs (or more, if time permits). Thank you Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas and Edmond!! WHEN Wednesday, May 21, 2014 6:30 p.m. – Registration and networking 7:00 p.m. – Program begins 8:15 p.m. – Break 10:00 p.m. – Program ends WHERE SAE Institute 6565 Sunset Boulevard Suite 280 Los Angeles, CA 90028 (across from Cat & Fiddle, between Highland & Vine) Click here for map. PARKING Paid parking available in lot attached to SAE, some free street parking (be sure to read posted signs carefully). WHO SHOULD ATTEND Artist Managers, Producers & Artist Reps A&R, Artist Development and Marketing Executives Record, Distribution & Music Publishing Executives Anyone seeking music placement opportunities with major label acts. COST $269 NARIP Members* $349 Non-Members Discount for PRO and EXEC members only NOT ABLE TO ATTEND IN PERSON? At most NARIP events we provide the ability for you to “attend” virtually online. Other options include having one of your representatives (or a NARIP rep) pitch for you. Please inquire and email mary@narip.com for more details. 2 WAYS TO REGISTER 1. Online: www.narip.com (just scroll down) 2. Phone: 818-769-7007 Advance RSVP encouraged. Pre-paid admission guarantees seating. No refunds. We appreciate your cooperation. NARIP A&R PITCH SESSIONS NARIP proudly presents A&R Pitch Sessions. Meet the industry’s top A&R execs, pitch them music for their current needs and artists who take outside material in an intimate setting, and receive their immediate feedback. Watch this 7-minute video of recent NARIP A&R Pitch Sessions and hear the results! FOLLOW US, LIKE US, LOVE US @NARIP THANK YOU  Special thanks to SAE Institute of Technology and to Jessica Ramos for her help with this event. QUESTIONS Call us at 818-769-7007 or email mary AT narip DOT com. SOURCES FOR MORE INFO Warner Music Group NARIP Get connected. Stay connected. ____________________________________________________ The National Association of Record Industry Professionals is the biggest music business network in the world, now in nine major cities. We promote career advancement, education and good will among record executives. . |
| 2014-07-31 | In LA – NARIP A&R Pitch Session with Disney Music Group’s Mio Vukovic
with Disney Music Group’s Senior Vice President, Head of Creative, Artists & Repertoire Mio Vukovic  on Thursday, July 31, 2014 Jump To Registration: Click HERE To Buy Your Ticket NOW
NARIP’s A&R Pitch Sessions are small, intimate events (limited to 16 participants) with some of the best A&R executives in the business today. At each NARIP A&R Pitch Session, one A&R executive will listen and provide live feedback to music presented to him for analysis and consideration for label acts who accept outside material. Participants receive an advance brief of the A&R executive’s current music needs to enable them to prepare the most focused pitch. ABOUT MIO VUKOVIC In September 2012, Mio Vukovic was appointed Senior Vice President of A&R/Head of Creative for the Disney Music Group. In his post, Vukovic is responsible for all aspects of artist and songwriter signings, as well as creative direction of the recorded music and publishing operations which include Hollywood Records, Walt Disney Records and Disney Music Publishing. Vukovic is based at Disney’s Burbank headquarters. From 2007, Vukovic had been an A&R consultant for Hollywood Records, where he was instrumental in bringing in key hit songs to artists such as Selena Gomez (“Who Says”) and Miley Cyrus (“Party In The U.S.A”). More recently he oversaw A&R for upcoming new albums by Bridgit Mendler and ZZ Ward. Since Vukovic joined DMG, he has been an essential part of the company’s chart-topping success. Multi-platinum Hollywood Records artist Demi Lovato debuted at # 3 in the US with her latest opus, Demi, making this her 4th top ten debuting album. The album reached # 1 on iTunes in over 50 countries. Multi-platinum Hollywood Records’ recording artist Selena Gomez landed the #1 spot at mainstream Top 40 radio with her certified-platinum hit “Come & Get It,” the first #1 Top 40 radio single for Gomez. Gomez’s latest single, “Slow Down,” has been certified-gold by the RIAA. Vukovic has also signed an impressive roster of songwriters to DMG Publishing, including Evan Bogart (Beyonce, Rihanna, Hot Chelle Rae, Britney Spears), Matt Squire (Ariana Grande, Demi, Kesha), Nate Fox (Chance The Rapper, Iggy Azalea), Cameron Forbes (Sean Kingston, Tyga), Trion (Rihanna), and Jess Cates (Martina McBride, Jordin Sparks, Jonas Brothers). A native of Los Angeles, Vukovic had previously been consulting DMG on behalf of his writer and producer management firm AAM where he signed many of the most successful writers and producers today. He has worked closely with Dr. Luke, Kevin Rudolf, Eman, Evan Bogart, Kojak, Jean Baptiste, Priscilla Renea, Dreamlab, and many more. In this role, Mio negotiated many of the record, single, and publishing deals for their roster. Prior to his independent consulting, Vukovic served in executive A&R roles at Warner/Reprise, Epic/550, and Geffen Records, working with such artists as Filter, New Order, Depeche Mode, k.d. lang and Urge Overkill. About Disney Music Group Disney Music Group is home to Hollywood Records, Walt Disney Records, and Disney Music Publishing. The labels’ genre-spanning rosters include Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Grace Potter & The Nocturnals, Lucy Hale, R5, Bridgit Mendler, Plain White T’s, Redlight King, ZZ Ward, and more. DMG also releases family music and film and television soundtracks such as the Grammy nominated soundtracks for The Muppets and Brave, Avengers Assemble, Phineas and Ferb, A.N.T. Farm, Shake It Up, and Wreck-It Ralph. WHAT At this intimate NARIP A&R Pitch Session, participants get to pitch to our guest speaker. Smaller is better: the number of participants at this session is limited to sixteen (16). Each person is guaranteed the opportunity to pitch at least two (2) songs (or more, if time permits). WHEN Thursday, July 31, 2014 6:30 p.m. – Registration and networking 7:00 p.m. – Program begins 8:15 p.m. – Break 10:00 p.m. – Program ends WHERE PLEASE NOTE NEW LOCATION FOR THIS SESSION Universal Mastering 3400 Cahuenga Blvd. – Building C Los Angeles, CA 90068 Tel: 818.286.6233 DIRECTIONS & MAP Universal Mastering Studios is not visible from Cahuenga, entrance to the facility is in the BACK of the building. It is in the same complex as LA Fitness, right next to Panasonic and in the former Hanna Barbera building. Just turn NORTH into the parking lot at Cahuenga Court (there is a traffic light). Major cross streets: Universal Studios Boulevard and Oakshire Drive. Click here for map. PARKING Parking is free, but please note that Universal Mastering Studios has only 5 spots allotted directly in front of the entrance to the studio. If these are full then continue into the parking structure where you will find more spots on level B2. Be sure to park ONLY in spots marked UMSW (Universal Mastering Studios West). There is also street parking available – be sure to read posted signs. WHO SHOULD ATTEND Artist Managers, Producers & Artist Reps A&R, Artist Development and Marketing Executives Record, Distribution & Music Publishing Executives Anyone seeking music placement opportunities with major label acts. COST $249 NARIP Members* $329 Non-Members Discount for PRO and EXEC members only NOT ABLE TO ATTEND IN PERSON? At most NARIP events we provide the ability for you to “attend” virtually online. Other options include having one of your representatives (or a NARIP rep) pitch for you. Please inquire and email mary@narip.com for more details. 2 WAYS TO REGISTER 1. Online: NARIP.com (just scroll down) 2. Phone: 818-769-7007 Advance RSVP encouraged. Pre-paid admission guarantees seating. No refunds. We appreciate your cooperation. NARIP A&R PITCH SESSIONS NARIP proudly presents A&R Pitch Sessions. Meet the industry’s top A&R execs, pitch them music for their current needs and artists who take outside material in an intimate setting, and receive their immediate feedback. Watch this 7-minute video of recent NARIP A&R Pitch Sessions and hear the results! FOLLOW US, LIKE US, LOVE US @NARIP THANK YOU Special thanks to SAE Institute of Technology and to Jessica Ramos for her help with this event. QUESTIONS Call us at 818-769-7007 or email mary AT narip DOT com. SOURCES FOR MORE INFO Disney Music Group NARIP Get connected. Stay connected. ____________________________________________________ The National Association of Record Industry Professionals is the biggest music business network in the world, now in nine major cities. We promote career advancement, education and good will among record executives. . |
| 2014-05-07 | In LA – NARIP A&R Pitch Session with Artist Publishing Group’s Jeff Vaughn
 with Artist Publishing Group’s Director of A&R Jeff Vaughn on Wednesday, May 7, 2014
NARIP’s A&R Pitch Sessions are small, intimate pitch sessions (limited to 12 participants) with some of the best A&R executives in the business today. At each NARIP A&R Pitch Session, one A&R executive will listen and provide live feedback to music presented to him for analysis and consideration for label acts who accept outside material. Participants will receive an advance brief of the A&R executive’s current music needs to enable them to prepare the most focused pitch. ABOUT JEFF VAUGHN Jeff Vaughn is Director of A&R at Artist Publishing Group (APG) and Artist Partners, Mike Caren’s WMG artist accelerator and white label venture. In addition to his A&R responsibilities, Jeff serves as manager to producer Cook Classics and APG writers Geoffro and JHart. WHEN Wednesday, May 7, 2014 6:30 p.m. – Registration and networking 7:00 p.m. – Program begins 8:15 p.m. – Break 10:00 p.m. – Program ends WHERE SAE Institute 6565 Sunset Boulevard Suite 280 Los Angeles, CA 90028 (across from Cat & Fiddle, between Highland & Vine) Click here for map. PARKING Paid parking available in lot attached to SAE, some free street parking (be sure to read posted signs carefully). WHO SHOULD ATTEND Artist Managers, Producers & Artist Reps A&R, Artist Development and Marketing Executives Record, Distribution & Music Publishing Executives Anyone seeking music placement opportunities with major label acts. COST $269 NARIP Members* $349 Non-Members Discount for PRO and EXEC members only NOT ABLE TO ATTEND IN PERSON? At most NARIP events we provide the ability for you to “attend” virtually live via chat. Other options include having one of your representatives (or a NARIP rep) pitch for you. Please inquire and email mary@narip.com for more details. 2 WAYS TO REGISTER 1. Online: www.narip.com (just scroll down) 2. Phone: 818-769-7007 Advance RSVP encouraged. Pre-paid admission guarantees seating. No refunds. We appreciate your cooperation. NARIP A&R PITCH SESSIONS NARIP proudly presents A&R Pitch Sessions. Meet the industry’s top A&R execs, pitch them music for their current needs and artists who take outside material in an intimate setting, and receive their immediate feedback. Watch this 7-minute video of recent NARIP A&R Pitch Sessions and hear the results! FOLLOW US, LIKE US, LOVE US @NARIP THANK YOU Special thanks to SAE Institute of Technology and to Jessica Ramos for her help with this event. QUESTIONS Call us at 818-769-7007 or email mary AT narip DOT com. SOURCES FOR MORE INFO Warner Music Group NARIP Get connected. Stay connected. ____________________________________________________ The National Association of Record Industry Professionals is the biggest music business network in the world, now in nine major cities. We promote career advancement, education and good will among record executives. . |
| 2015-01-13 | In LA – NARIP A&R Pitch Session -w- Strange Music’s Violet Brown
 with Strange Music’s VP of Artist & Label Development Violet Brown Tuesday, January 13, 2014 in Los Angeles, CA OVER 200 PLACEMENTS FROM NARIP MUSIC SUPERVISOR SESSIONS Our small format works! NARIP Session participants have placed over 200 tracks as a direct result of NARIP Sessions. NARIP’S BIGGEST PLACEMENT TO DATE : VODAFONE Click here to read about NARIP’s biggest placement to date in a Vodafone campaign (Oct 2014) that paid handsomely and launched a career. DON’T GET LOST IN THE CROWD : SMALL IS THE NEW BIG NARIP Sessions are deliberately kept small and intimate, which is just one reason they work so well and why participants have enjoyed over 200 placements to date. Limited enrollment of 16 people per session guarantees that registrants meet and get face-time with our guest. Registrants also get a brief of the guest supervisor’s CURRENT music needs, a chance to pitch plus immediate feedback at each session, taking the mystery out of why a piece of music does or doesn’t fit. On-the-spot feedback enables registrants to re-work tracks and get them licensed. Placements secured and professional relationships formed through NARIPs music supervisor sessions have earned praise and many placements! See TESTIMONIALS and PLACEMENTS sections below. ABOUT VIOLET BROWN Violet Brown is VP of Artist & Label Development at Strange Music. Previously an artist manager at Regime Entertainment, Violet Brown is best known throughout the music industry as the Director of Urban Music for two of America’s largest and best-known entertainment retailers. She was the mind behind the purchasing and marketing of Urban Music at Wherehouse Music & F.Y.E. stores. During her time at these chains she was instrumental and known for high profile events and promotions that led to breaking many new acts. Her music knowledge stretches far beyond her best known genre and she has the rare talent of picking hits and talent within many genres of music. Violet has been successful in other areas of the business with executive production on top selling gold and platinum releases, documentaries, artist management, concert and festival production and as a club DJ. Violet has received several high profile awards and accolades within the music industry. She was the first and only Retail Buyer to be presented with the Source Magazine’s prestigious “SOURCE POWER 30” award for 5 consecutive years and the Living Legend Award from the Living Legend Foundation, alongside some of the biggest names in music. After more than 30 years of picking hits that “broke” in her stores, picking singles for labels, spinning records at clubs, shopping projects to labels and holding A&R consultant positions at Hollywood Records, Priority and Interscope Records, Violet has moved into an artist and label development position with Strange Music where she helps identify new talent and guide the careers of acts like Tech N9ne, Rittz and otherss. WHEN Tuesday January 13, 2015 6:30 p.m. – Registration and networking 7:00 p.m. – Program begins 8:15 p.m. – Break 10:00 p.m. – Program ends WHERE Kennedy Compound 4420 Lankershim Blvd North Hollywood, CA 91602 818.980.4900 Click here for map. PARKING Metered street parking until 6:00 p.m. Free street parking also available. Read signs carefully! WHO SHOULD ATTEND Artist Managers, Producers & Artist Reps A&R, Artist Development and Marketing Executives Record, Distribution & Music Publishing Executives Anyone seeking music placement opportunities with major label acts. COST $269 NARIP Members* $349 Non-Members Discount for Professional and Executive NARIP Members only, NOT ABLE TO ATTEND IN PERSON? At most NARIP events we provide the ability for you to “attend” virtually live via chat. Other options include having one of your representatives (or a NARIP rep) pitch for you. Please inquire and email mary@narip.com for more details. 2 WAYS TO REGISTER 1. Online: www.narip.com (just scroll down) 2. Phone: 818-769-7007 Advance RSVP encouraged. Pre-paid admission guarantees seating. No refunds. We appreciate your cooperation. NARIP A&R PITCH SESSIONS NARIP proudly presents A&R Pitch Sessions. Meet the industry’s top A&R execs, pitch them music for their current needs and artists who take outside material in an intimate setting, and receive their immediate feedback. Watch this 7-minute video of recent NARIP A&R Pitch Sessions and hear the results! FOLLOW US, LIKE US, LOVE US @NARIP QUESTIONS Call us at 818-769-7007 or email mary AT narip DOT com. SOURCES FOR MORE INFO Strange Music NARIP Get connected. Stay connected. ____________________________________________________ The National Association of Record Industry Professionals is the biggest music business network in the world, now in nine major cities. We promote career advancement, education and good will among record executives. . |
| 2014-11-13 | In LA – NARIP A&R Pitch Session -w- Epic Records VP of A&R Isaac Heymann
 with Isaac Heymann, VP of A&R Epic Records Thursday, November 13, 2014 in Los Angeles, CA ABOUT NARIP A&R PITCH SESSIONS NARIP’s A&R Pitch Sessions are small, intimate pitch sessions (limited to 16 participants) with some of the best A&R executives in the business today. At each NARIP A&R Pitch Session, one A&R executive will listen and provide live feedback to music presented to him for analysis and consideration for label acts who accept outside material. Participants will receive an advance brief of the A&R executive’s current music needs to enable them to prepare the most focused pitch. Isaac recently judged talent at our LAMN Jam Music Contest, and he was so enthusiastic and excellent we asked him back. He has since spoken at a NARIP A&R Pitch Session with members of the Danish Songwriters Guild. At this session he connected attendees with multiple meetings with his associates including music producers, set up co-writing sessions for one artist, and is contemplating a business relationship with yet another! ABOUT ISAAC HEYMANN Isaac Heymann began his career as a manager at Three Ring Projects where he was the day-to-day manager for Grammy Award Winning artist Lil’ Kim while she was on the hit television series Dancing With the Stars, as well as Three Ring’s clients Elliott Yamin, Jermaine Dupri, Michael Johns, and The Wreckers. Isaac also served as A&R for TRP Records and worked on new albums by Everlast, Elliott Yamin, and Michael Johns. Following his time at Three Ring Isaac started managing, developing, and launching artists careers with Michael Goldberg. Recently they launched the music division of LEVERAGE (who manage Mark Wahlberg, Leighton Meester, Aaron Paul, Jerry Ferrara, among many others…and are executive producers of hit HBO series’ Entourage, Boardwalk Empire, In Treatment, and How to Make it in America…) The Leverage music division includes Leverage Records, Leverage Publishing, and Leverage Management. Isaac was instrumental in creating and launching newly found Leverage Records: a partnership between Grammy Winning Producer Rick Rubin and Leverage owner Stephen Levinson. Isaac now serves as VP of A&R for Epic Records. WHEN Thursday, Nov 13, 2014 6:30 p.m. – Registration and networking 7:00 p.m. – Program begins 8:15 p.m. – Break 10:00 p.m. – Program ends WHERE SAE Institute 6565 Sunset Boulevard Suite 280 Los Angeles, CA 90028 (across from Cat & Fiddle, between Highland & Vine) Click here for map. PARKING Paid parking available in lot attached to SAE, some free street parking (be sure to read posted signs carefully). WHO SHOULD ATTEND Artist Managers, Producers & Artist Reps A&R, Artist Development and Marketing Executives Record, Distribution & Music Publishing Executives Anyone seeking music placement opportunities with major label acts. COST $269 NARIP Members* $349 Non-Members Discount for PRO and EXEC members only NOT ABLE TO ATTEND IN PERSON? At most NARIP events we provide the ability for you to “attend” virtually live via chat. Other options include having one of your representatives (or a NARIP rep) pitch for you. Please inquire and email mary@narip.com for more details. 2 WAYS TO REGISTER 1. Online: www.narip.com (just scroll down) 2. Phone: 818-769-7007 Advance RSVP encouraged. Pre-paid admission guarantees seating. No refunds. We appreciate your cooperation. NARIP A&R PITCH SESSIONS NARIP proudly presents A&R Pitch Sessions. Meet the industry’s top A&R execs, pitch them music for their current needs and artists who take outside material in an intimate setting, and receive their immediate feedback. Watch this 7-minute video of recent NARIP A&R Pitch Sessions and hear the results! FOLLOW US, LIKE US, LOVE US @NARIP THANK YOU Special thanks to SAE Institute of Technology and to Jessica Ramos for her help with this event. QUESTIONS Call us at 818-769-7007 or email mary AT narip DOT com. SOURCES FOR MORE INFO Epic Records NARIP SAE Institute Get connected. Stay connected. ____________________________________________________ The National Association of Record Industry Professionals is the biggest music business network in the world, now in nine major cities. We promote career advancement, education and good will among record executives. . |
| 2015-04-22 | In LA – NARIP A&R Pitch Session -w- Disney Music Group’s Mike Daly
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| 2011-05-19 | In LA – Music In TV
Music In TV on Thursday, May 19, 2011 in Los Angeles Music placement opportunities have skyrocketed, especially in the world of television with the increase of channels, new programs and broadcast opportunities. At this NARIP program, we bring in top experts to discuss this major and fast-changing sector of the business, with its constant demand for new music. We will also discuss marketing music for television to make it more attractive to buyers, where to find them, the need for speed, and how to put yourself in line for the best possible deal. Join us for this special session. YOU WILL LEARN
Jason Alexander, Music Supervisor, Hit The Ground Running—–> JUST ADDED Max Luces-Tucker, Music Supervisor, Bunim / Murray Productions —–> JUST ADDED Dean Sheldon Serwin, Esq., Attorney At Law—–> JUST ADDED Please note change in speaker line-up (above). Thank you. WHEN Thursday, May 19, 2011 6:00 p.m. – Registration and networking 7:00 p.m. – Program begins 8:15 p.m. – Break 9:30 p.m. – Program ends WHO SHOULD ATTEND Artist Managers, Producers & Artist Reps A&R, Artist Development and Marketing Executives Record, Distribution & Music Publishing Executives Music & Entertainment Attorneys Anyone seeking placement opportunities in television. WHERE SAE Institute 6565 West Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90028 (across from Cat & Fiddle, between Highland & Vine) Click here for map. Major cross streets: Sunset & Cahuenga REGISTER NOW $20: NARIP Members $40: Non-members $60: NARIP Member Lawyers seeking 2.5 MCLE credits $75: Non-Member Lawyers seeking 2.5 MCLE credits 
3 WAYS TO REGISTER 1. Online: www.narip.com (just scroll down) 2. Phone: 818-769-7007 3. Walk-up (if space permits) Advance RSVP encouraged. Pre-paid admission guarantees seating. No refunds. We appreciate your cooperation. QUESTIONS? Call us at 818-769-7007 or email info@narip.com. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS  Dean Sheldon Serwin, Esq., Attorney At Law A graduate of UCLA Law School who began his practice of law in 1990, Dean Serwin works primarily in the entertainment industry. His experience prior to establishing his private practice included working for a sole practitioner with several platinum artists, as head of legal for a film and TV production and distribution, and positions at the Director’s Guild of America, BMI and Capitol Records. Dean has lectured extensively for groups ranging from Art Center film students to Harvard MBA’s and from California Lawyers for the Arts conferences to The Learning Annex. Dean’s Hollywood, CA based solo law practice began in 1994 and serves clients in all areas of the music, film, video, TV, internet and distribution businesses including record labels; music publishers; recordings artists; songwriters; music, television and film producers; managers; television, film and internet production and distribution companies; business executives and consultants; authors, clothing companies, as well as others involved within the entertainment industry.  Max Luces-Tucker, Music Supervisor, Bunim / Murray Productions Max Luces-Tucker has supervised in the music department for many of Bunim Murray’s shows including MTV’s THE REAL WORLD, television’s first reality show. After serving on two seasons, San Diego and Philadelphia, she took on more serious topics where she was the Music Supervisor of the Emmy Award winning TV Show STARTING OVER, a women’s daytime drama on NBC. Currently, she is the Music Supervisor of the wild and crazy BAD GIRLS CLUB on the Oxygen Network, the highest rated show in Oxygen history. Max has also tapped into the world of social documentary; she worked on HBO’s Primetime Emmy Award winning film, AUTISM: THE MUSICAL, a project about children who suffer from autism, to name a few diverse programs. As a seasoned Music Supervisor Max is responsible for the “sound” – she is involved in music acquisitions and placements. This includes negotiations and strategic initiatives involving music and music-related programming. Max prides herself in helping break independent acts when traditional methods aren’t yet checking for them. She has redefined her role to include educating and empowering artists, songwriters and producers to look outside of the “old box.” Jason Alexander, Music Supervisor, Hit The Ground Running Jason is Music Supervisor providing music to television and film clients in Los Angeles. Current projects include CSI, CSI: NY and Nikita, and a feature film called Butter. In 2009 he co-founded Pusher, a custom music solution for film trailers. SOURCES FOR MORE INFO: Bunim Murray Productions Dean Serwin Law Hit The Ground Running NARIP Get connected. Stay connected. The National Association of Record Industry Professionals promotes career advancement, education and good will among record executives. |
| 2011-01-20 | In LA – Music In Games
Music In Games on Thursday, January 20, 2011 in Los Angeles Music placement opportunities in video games have skyrocketed. At this NARIP program, we bring in top experts to discuss this important and fast-growing sector of the business. We will also discuss marketing music for video games to make it more attractive to buyers, where to find them and how to put yourself in line for the best possible deal. Join us for this special session with Activision Blizzard’s Senior Music Supervisor Scott McDaniel, Blind Squirrel Game’s Chief Creative Officer Chris Hood, WaveGroup / Engine House Music A&R / Artist Relations Manager Kim Nieva and Konami Director of Licensing Michael Rajna. YOU WILL LEARN
Chris Hood, Chief Creative Officer, Blind Squirrel Games Scott McDaniel, Activision Blizzard, Senior Music Supervisor Kim Nieva, A&R / Artist Relations, WaveGroup / Engine House Music —> JUST ADDED Michael Rajna, Director of Licensing, Konami —>JUST ADDED WHEN Thursday, January 20, 2011 6:00 p.m. – Registration and networking 7:00 p.m. – Program begins 8:15 p.m. – Break 9:30 p.m. – Program ends WHO SHOULD ATTEND Artist Managers, Producers & Artist Reps A&R, Artist Development and Marketing Executives Record, Distribution & Music Publishing Executives Music & Entertainment Attorneys Anyone seeking placement opportunities in games. WHERE SAE Institute 6565 Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90028 (across from Cat & Fiddle, between Highland & Vine) Click here for map. Major cross streets: Sunset & Cahuenga REGISTER NOW $20: NARIP Members $40: Non-members
SPECIAL BONUS Congratulations! You made a wise choice, and you’ll enjoy this NARIP program. Because you are registering for the program, we offer you the MP3 recording for only $20 more (regularly $39.95), a savings of $19.95. Please select the “Premium Ticket” option below if you’d like to add the MP3 to your order. 3 WAYS TO REGISTER 1. Online: www.narip.com (just scroll down) 2. Phone: 818-769-7007 3. Walk-up (if space permits) Advance RSVP encouraged. Pre-paid admission guarantees seating. No refunds. We appreciate your cooperation. QUESTIONS? Call us at 818-769-7007 or email info@narip.com. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS  Chris Hood, Chief Creative Officer, Blind Squirrel Games Chris Hood, Chief Creative Officer founded Blind Squirrel Games in 2010 and brings with him 22 years of experience in the video game, movie and music industries. Chris has worked with dozens of top entertainment brands in the areas of game design, digital media and social marketing including numerous AAA MMO titles as well as casual arcade and social games. In 2009, Mr. Hood became the Board Chair for the Orange County Chapter of the IGDA (International Game Developers Association). In addition through his leadership and ties with the game industry in Southern California, Chris successfully launched the IGDA Los Angeles and San Diego Chapters in 2010. In Hollywood, Mr. Hood also sits on the New Media Council for the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. Prior to Blind Squirrel Games, Hood founded BooHag Studios with the philosophy of changing the way consumers interact through video games. Chris applied these same concepts previously as the VP of Product and Marketing for Ruckus Network, Inc. a college oriented startup that digitally distributed video games, music and movies. Between 2004 – 2008 Hood’s leadership positioned the company for the successful acquisition by Universal Music Group and Sony Entertainment. Mr. Hood’s background includes the design and product development for numerous entertainment properties at Universal Pictures, Electronic Arts, Ubisoft, Warner Bros., Monster.com, Fox Media, Doritos and the Reebok. Previously Mr. Hood founded Digireel, Inc. and invented a new form of digital entertainment and social media for movie theatres in the US. The patented technology replaced the slide based format with digital advertising and video game pre-shows supplying theatre patrons with an interactive entertainment experience. The Digireel technology was acquired by National Cinema Network in 2002 and can still be seen at theatres nationwide. In 1997 Mr. Hood began working with the MMO / MMORPG genre by developing a consulting service to help studios better engage with their consumers and improve the overall design process of MMOGs. Through 2002, Chris worked on Ultima Online, Everquest, Asheron’s Call, Shadowbane and Anarchy Online. In 1998 Hood worked for Electronic Arts and the Ultima Online team to design new relationship systems and tracking mechanisms for the sales of virtual goods. Mr. Hood has held various positions as VP and Chief Marketing Officer, Director of Technology, VP of Product Development and General Manager of Sales. Chris entered the gaming industry as a retail sales manager in 1988.  Scott McDaniel, Activision Blizzard, Senior Music Supervisor Scott McDaniel has helped the talented Activision Music Dept pioneer much to do with music and gaming as Senior Music Supervisor for the past 4 years. Aggressively seeking opportunities to expand Activision’s alliances with artists, managers, record labels, music publishers, talent agencies and composers within leading and new videogame franchises such as Call of Duty, Guitar Hero, DJ Hero, Tony Hawk, True Crime, Spider-Man and James Bond – whether it’s identifying and licensing music, placing music personalities into games, having original songs created and recorded, compiling and releasing soundtracks or booking talent for appearances, press and live performances. Scott has worked on a variety of projects of all budget sizes to deliver high quality, award winning soundtracks as well as drive collaborations with some of the music industry’s biggest artists such as Metallica, Daft Punk, Taylor Swift, Soundgarden, Aerosmith, Deadmau5, RZA, Pharrell Williams, Sex Pistols and many more. As both the music and videogame industries progress and evolve, Scott is poised to continue to break new ground and further bridge the connectivity between music, gaming, branding and entertainment.  Kim Nieva, A&R / Artist Relations, WaveGroup / Engine House Music Kim Nieva experience ranges from music supervision and artist development to record label management. Her involvements in music production include such published titles as MTV’s Rock Band, Rock Band Network, the Guitar Hero series, Karaoke Revolution, Dance Dance Revolution and others. As the label manager for WaveGroup Recordings, and Creative Manager of other publishing and music catalog firms, she has negotiated music placement in film, home entertainment, and television (including hit shows like HBO’s Entourage, USA’s Royal Pains, Lifetime’s Drop Dead Diva, and Harper’s Island on CBS). In the film and TV community, she has established a large network of music supervisors, publishers, labels, third-party pitching houses and production companies. Enterprises in artist development, sync licensing, and publishing representation include such artists as Collective Soul, Bruce Hornsby, 1969 Featuring Butch Walker, Shaimus and Oh Darling. Kim also manages acoustic–alternative band Southern from Belfast, Ireland.  Michael Rajna, Director of Licensing, Konami Michael Rajna is the Director of Licensing at KONAMI, a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties for more than 40 years. Michael has been synonymous with KONAMI’s music videogames since joining the company six years ago, licensing hundreds of songs for games such as DanceDanceRevolution, Karaoke Revolution, Walk It Out!, Pop N’ Rhythm and the arcade version of Guitar Hero. His leadership and connections with some of the best known names in entertainment, such as FOX and Lionsgate, have helped generate partnerships and incorporate intellectual property into gaming titles including Glee, Saw, American Idol and Twilight. Before coming to KONAMI, Michael spent 10 years working in the music licensing industry with Warner Bros. Records. In that time, Michael worked with a wide variety of high profile musicians from Madonna to Frank Sinatra. Michael received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara. SOURCES FOR MORE INFO: Activision Blizzard BooHag Studios LLC Engine House Music Konami Wave Group NARIP Get connected. Stay connected. The National Association of Record Industry Professionals promotes career advancement, education and good will among record executives. |
| 2011-04-16 | In LA – Music Biz Brunch @ Weinglass Music
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| 2011-11-12 | In LA – Music Biz Brunch @ Weinglass Music
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| 2012-11-03 | In LA – Music Biz Brunch @ Universal Mastering Studios
NARIP Music Biz Brunches from NARIP on Vimeo. Eat, Meet & Greet! Saturday, November 3, 2012 Sponsored by Universal Mastering Studios Limited space available We’re doing it again! Join us, come meet and greet Los Angeles-area record and music industry professionals. You need not be a NARIP member to attend. Please RSVP and register online by Friday, November 2 at 5:00 p.m. so we can prepare enough refreshments for everyone. NARIP encourages pre-payment. You are welcome to attend at the last minute as a walk-up, but we appreciate advance registration. So come along to meet existing friends and contacts, and make new ones. NARIP brunches feature 30-second introductions by all present to help you identify and get in front of the people who can make a difference to your business. Professional speed-dating! Among other things, NARIP sponsors events like these to encourage networking and the fostering of business relationships in the record industry. Over 75% of all great opportunities, deals and job offers come about as a direct result of second and third party referrals – who you know matters. So get to know more people in the record biz, and let them get to know you! Please join us and bring plenty of business cards. All are welcome, details below. “ONE OF THE BEST OPPORTUNITIES TO NETWORK” IN THE BIZ (Music Connection Magazine) “NARIP brunches have been a HUGE benefit for me and my company,” says Geodesic Management’s Dan Strader from New York. “In just a few hours at a Los Angeles brunch, I was able to establish a presence in that city and make solid connections that I still use to this day. Networking brunches have now begun in New York, and the connections we’ve made are career-changing.” REGISTER NOW Please register online by Friday, November 2 at 5:00 p.m. so we can prepare enough refreshments for everyone. To register now, just scroll down. Is your network not working? Ours is. They can’t promote you if they don’t know who you are!  Special thanks to Nick Dofflemyer at Universal Mastering Studios for sponsoring this event. WHEN: Saturday, November 3, 2012 11:00 a.m. – Arrive and eat! 11:30 a.m. – Introductions 1:00 p.m. – Brunch ends, networking continues WHERE: Universal Mastering 3400 Cahuenga Blvd. – Building C Los Angeles, CA 90068 Tel: 818.286.6233 COST: $10 for NARIP members $20 for Non-members Get a NARIP membership for $9.95 a month and only pay the member rate! We encourage you to register in advance online now (just scroll down), especially as there will be limited space at this brunch (first 50 people to register). If space permits, walk-ups are welcome, in which case cash only at the door on Event Day please. Price includes food, beverage and event admission. DIRECTIONS & MAP Universal Mastering Studios is not visible from the street (Cahuenga), it is in the same complex as LA Fitness, right next to Panasonic and in the former Hanna Barbera Building. Major cross streets: Universal Studios Boulevard and Oakshire Drive, just east of Universal Studios Boulevard. The entrance is in the BACK of the building. Click here for map. PARKING Parking is free, but please note that Universal Mastering Studios has only 5 spots allotted directly in front of the entrance to the studio. If these are full then continue into the parking structure where you will find more spots on level B2. Be sure to park ONLY in spots marked UMSW (Universal Mastering Studios West) – spots for NARIP event attendees will be reserved with traffic cones. There is also street parking available – be sure to read posted signs. QUESTIONS? Call 818-769-7007 or email simone AT narip DOT com Get connected. Stay connected. The National Association of Record Industry Professionals is the biggest music business network in the world. We promote career advancement, education and good will among record executives. |
| 2013-10-12 | In LA – Music Biz Brunch @ Universal Mastering Studios
Eat, Meet & Greet! Saturday, October 12, 2013 at Universal Mastering Studios Limited space available We’re doing it again! Join us, come meet and greet Los Angeles-area record and music industry professionals. You need not be a NARIP member to attend. Please RSVP and register online by Friday, October 11 at 5:00 p.m. so we can prepare enough refreshments for everyone. NARIP encourages pre-payment. You are welcome to attend at the last minute as a walk-up, but we appreciate advance registration. So come along to meet existing friends and contacts, and make new ones. NARIP brunches feature 30-second introductions by all present to help you identify and get in front of the people who can make a difference to your business. Professional speed-dating! Among other things, NARIP sponsors events like these to encourage networking and the fostering of business relationships in the record industry. Over 75% of all great opportunities, deals and job offers come about as a direct result of second and third party referrals – who you know matters. So get to know more people in the record biz, and let them get to know you! Please join us and bring plenty of business cards. All are welcome, details below. “ONE OF THE BEST OPPORTUNITIES TO NETWORK” IN THE BIZ (Music Connection Magazine) “NARIP brunches have been a HUGE benefit for me and my company,” says Geodesic Management’s Dan Strader from New York. “In just a few hours at a Los Angeles brunch, I was able to establish a presence in that city and make solid connections that I still use to this day. Networking brunches have now begun in New York, and the connections we’ve made are career-changing.” REGISTER NOW Please register online by Friday, October 11 at 5:00 p.m. so we can prepare enough refreshments for everyone. To register now, just scroll down. Is your network not working? Ours is. They can’t promote you if they don’t know who you are! Special thanks to Nick Dofflemyer at Universal Mastering Studios for hosting this event. WHEN: Saturday, October 12, 2013 11:00 a.m. – Arrive and eat! 11:30 a.m. – Introductions 1:00 p.m. – Brunch ends, networking continues WHERE: Universal Mastering 3400 Cahuenga Blvd. – Building C Los Angeles, CA 90068 Tel: 818.286.6233 COST: $10 for NARIP members $20 for Non-members Get a NARIP membership for $9.95 a month and only pay the member rate! We encourage you to register in advance online now (just scroll down), especially as there will be limited space at this brunch (first 50 people to register). If space permits, walk-ups are welcome, in which case cash only at the door on Event Day please. Price includes food, beverage and event admission. DIRECTIONS & MAP Universal Mastering Studios is not visible from the street (Cahuenga), it is in the same complex as LA Fitness, right next to Panasonic and in the former Hanna Barbera Building. Major cross streets: Universal Studios Boulevard and Oakshire Drive, just east of Universal Studios Boulevard. The entrance is in the BACK of the building. Click here for map. PARKING Parking is free, but please note that Universal Mastering Studios has only 5 spots allotted directly in front of the entrance to the studio. If these are full then continue into the parking structure where you will find more spots on level B2. Be sure to park ONLY in spots marked UMSW (Universal Mastering Studios West) – spots for NARIP event attendees will be reserved with traffic cones. There is also street parking available – be sure to read posted signs. QUESTIONS? Call 818-769-7007 or email simone AT narip DOT com Get connected. Stay connected. The National Association of Record Industry Professionals is the biggest music business network in the world. We promote career advancement, education and good will among record executives. |
| 2014-06-07 | In LA – Music Biz Brunch @ Universal Mastering Studios
Eat, Meet & Greet! Saturday, June 7, 2014 at Universal Mastering Studios Limited space available We’re doing it again! Join us, come meet and greet Los Angeles-area record and music industry professionals. You need not be a NARIP member to attend. Please RSVP and register online by Friday, June 6 at 5:00 p.m. so we can prepare enough refreshments for everyone. NARIP encourages pre-payment. You are welcome to attend at the last minute as a walk-up, but we appreciate advance registration. So come along to meet existing friends and contacts, and make new ones. NARIP brunches feature 30-second introductions by all present to help you identify and get in front of the people who can make a difference to your business. Professional speed-dating! Among other things, NARIP sponsors events like these to encourage networking and the fostering of business relationships in the record industry. Over 75% of all great opportunities, deals and job offers come about as a direct result of second and third party referrals – who you know matters. So get to know more people in the record biz, and let them get to know you! Please join us and bring plenty of business cards. All are welcome, details below. “ONE OF THE BEST OPPORTUNITIES TO NETWORK” IN THE BIZ (Music Connection Magazine) “NARIP brunches have been a HUGE benefit for me and my company,” says Geodesic Management’s Dan Strader from New York. “In just a few hours at a Los Angeles brunch, I was able to establish a presence in that city and make solid connections that I still use to this day. Networking brunches have now begun in New York, and the connections we’ve made are career-changing.” REGISTER NOW Please register online by Friday, June 6 at 5:00 p.m. so we can prepare enough refreshments for everyone. To register now, just scroll down. Is your network not working? Ours is. They can’t promote you if they don’t know who you are! Special thanks to Nick Dofflemyer at Universal Mastering Studios for hosting this event. WHEN: Saturday, June 7, 2014 11:00 a.m. – Arrive and eat! 11:30 a.m. – Introductions 1:00 p.m. – Brunch ends, networking continues WHERE: Universal Mastering 3400 Cahuenga Blvd. – Building C Los Angeles, CA 90068 Tel: 818.286.6233 COST: $10 for NARIP members $20 for Non-members Get a NARIP membership for $9.95 a month and only pay the member rate! We encourage you to register in advance online now (just scroll down), especially as there will be limited space at this brunch (first 50 people to register). If space permits, walk-ups are welcome, in which case cash only at the door on Event Day please. Price includes food, beverage and event admission. DIRECTIONS & MAP Universal Mastering Studios is not visible from the street (Cahuenga), it is in the same complex as LA Fitness, right next to Panasonic and in the former Hanna Barbera Building. Major cross streets: Universal Studios Boulevard and Oakshire Drive, just east of Universal Studios Boulevard. The entrance is in the BACK of the building. Click here for map. PARKING Parking is free, but please note that Universal Mastering Studios has only 5 spots allotted directly in front of the entrance to the studio. If these are full then continue into the parking structure where you will find more spots on level B2. Be sure to park ONLY in spots marked UMSW (Universal Mastering Studios West) – spots for NARIP event attendees will be reserved with traffic cones. There is also street parking available – be sure to read posted signs. QUESTIONS? Call 818-769-7007 or email mary AT narip DOT com Get connected. Stay connected. The National Association of Record Industry Professionals is the biggest music business network in the world. We promote career advancement, education and good will among record executives. |
| 2015-02-21 | In LA – Music Biz Brunch @ Universal Mastering Studios
Eat, Meet & Greet! Saturday, February 21, 2015 at Universal Mastering Studios Limited space available We’re doing it again! Join us, come meet and greet Los Angeles-area record and music industry professionals. You need not be a NARIP member to attend. Please RSVP and register online by Friday, Feb 20 at 5:00 p.m. so we can prepare enough refreshments for everyone. NARIP encourages pre-payment. You are welcome to attend at the last minute as a walk-up, but we appreciate advance registration. So come along to meet existing friends and contacts, and make new ones. NARIP brunches feature 30-second introductions by all present to help you identify and get in front of the people who can make a difference to your business. Professional speed-dating! Among other things, NARIP sponsors events like these to encourage networking and the fostering of business relationships in the record industry. Over 75% of all great opportunities, deals and job offers come about as a direct result of second and third party referrals – who you know matters. So get to know more people in the record biz, and let them get to know you! Please join us and bring plenty of business cards. All are welcome, details below. “ONE OF THE BEST OPPORTUNITIES TO NETWORK” IN THE BIZ (Music Connection Magazine) “NARIP brunches have been a HUGE benefit for me and my company,” says Geodesic Management’s Dan Strader from New York. “In just a few hours at a Los Angeles brunch, I was able to establish a presence in that city and make solid connections that I still use to this day. Networking brunches have now begun in New York, and the connections we’ve made are career-changing.” REGISTER NOW Please register online by Friday, February 20 at 5:00 p.m. so we can prepare enough refreshments for everyone. To register now, just scroll down. Is your network not working? Ours is. They can’t promote you if they don’t know who you are! Special thanks to Nick Dofflemyer at Universal Mastering Studios for hosting this event. WHEN Saturday, February 21, 2015 11:00 a.m. – Arrive and eat! 11:30 a.m. – Introductions 1:00 p.m. – Brunch ends, networking continues WHERE Universal Mastering 3400 Cahuenga Blvd. – Building C Los Angeles, CA 90068 Tel: 818.286.6233 COST $10 for NARIP members $20 for Non-members Get a NARIP membership for $9.95 a month and only pay the member rate! We encourage you to register in advance online now (just scroll down), especially as there will be limited space at this brunch (first 50 people to register). If space permits, walk-ups are welcome, in which case cash only at the door on Event Day please. Price includes food, beverage and event admission. DIRECTIONS & MAP Universal Mastering Studios is not visible from the street (Cahuenga), it is in the same complex as LA Fitness, right next to Panasonic and in the former Hanna Barbera Building. Major cross streets: Universal Studios Boulevard and Oakshire Drive, just east of Universal Studios Boulevard. The entrance is in the BACK of the building. Click here for map. PARKING Parking is free, but please note that Universal Mastering Studios has only 5 spots allotted directly in front of the entrance to the studio. If these are full then continue into the parking structure where you will find more spots on level B2. Be sure to park ONLY in spots marked UMSW (Universal Mastering Studios West) – spots for NARIP event attendees will be reserved with traffic cones. There is also street parking available – be sure to read posted signs. FOLLOW US, LIKE US, LOVE US! TWEET ABOUT NARIP & OUR EVENT
Call 818-769-7007 or email mary AT narip DOT com Get connected. Stay connected. The National Association of Record Industry Professionals is the biggest music business network in the world. We promote career advancement, education and good will among record executives. |
| 2011-03-26 | In LA – Music Biz Brunch @ Universal Mastering / Discmakers
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