EVENTS
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MTM Sync Meetup
The Georgia State School of Music presents the MTM Standard SYNC Meetup 2026, a deep dive into all things sync licensing—featuring top music supervisors, producers, and industry professionals.
Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026
Time: 12 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Kopleff Recital Hall, 15 Gilmer St SE, Atlanta, GA
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Event Overview
Join us for an engaging afternoon of panels, conversations, and insights into the world of sync licensing. This event showcases some of the industry’s leading voices across film, TV, sports, and music supervision.
Schedule
10:00 AM – Music Supervisor Panel (Film/TV)
11:30 AM – Rachel Ray MacFarlane Session
12:00 PM – Sync in the ATL Panel
1:00 PM – Drumma Boy Session
1:30 PM – 2026 Sync Playbook
Featured Speakers & Panelists:
Al Risi
Founder and music supervisor at Groove Guild, Al Risi leads a boutique agency specializing in music supervision, sound design, and sonic branding for major global campaigns. With a background spanning Universal Music, Virgin/EMI, and Primary Wave, he brings deep expertise in aligning music with brand storytelling.
Katie Romanovich
An Associate Music Supervisor at Format Entertainment, Katie Romanovich works on major film and TV projects, helping shape music for high-profile productions. With roots in production and a passion for storytelling, she bridges creative vision with music placement.
Anita Grigore
Music supervisor at Black and White Music, Anita Grigore has quickly built an impressive portfolio across film and television, including major franchise projects. Her background in artist management brings a strong understanding of both creative and business sides of music.
Rachel McFarlane
Composer and rising talent in film and game scoring, Rachel McFarlane blends orchestral and modern sounds in her work. A Berklee graduate and collaborator with major media brands, she is building a strong presence in both gaming and visual media.
Jenaé Louis-Jacques
An emerging music supervisor working with both the NFL and DreamWorks Animation, Jenaé Louis-Jacques is developing a dynamic career across sports and entertainment. Her background in music publishing and production gives her a well-rounded industry perspective.
Celeste Debro
Music supervisor, A&R executive, and co-founder of FRSH WAV, Celeste Debro plays a key role in connecting independent artists to film and TV placements. Based in Atlanta, she works closely with major productions and is a strong advocate for emerging talent.
Reesha Archibald
Creative executive, producer, and music supervisor at A Bird and A Bear Entertainment, Reesha Archibald develops film and TV projects rooted in culture and storytelling. She brings a multidisciplinary perspective as both a creative and industry leader.
Ricardo Spicer
Producer and sync agent, Ricardo Spicer co-leads FRSH SONX and SweatBeatz, creating and placing music across film, TV, and advertising. With dozens of major placements, he specializes in crafting music tailored for sync opportunities.
MTM x Fetch Park
Live music at MTM @ The Works featuring LadyBugg, Sunwreckers, DarkSyde, Orion, John Yesha, and Ah!dia.
1295 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
March 13 at 7PM – Fetch Park
MTM x Madison Records
Go beyond the speakers and into the studio. The Madison Records Studio Tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at where creativity meets sound. Walk through the rooms where artists write, record, and produce the music you love.
Location: Madison Records Studio
Wednesday, March 11
6:00 PM
MTM Seminar IZotope RX
Join the GSU School of Music for an MTM Seminar featuring iZotope RX, where attendees will learn about industry-standard audio repair and restoration tools used in professional music production and post-production.
Date: March 10
Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Virtual
MTM Standard Lunchtime Series
Lunch Time Concert Series
Take a break and join us in the Standard Lounge from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM for live performances by Cassie Taylor , Liam Ravita, Michael Mobley, Fernbank, Julie, & Luh Ricchie
Free and open to Georgia State students.
MTM Soft Skills Training
Join us for an interactive session focused on professional development for music and media creatives.
Music Industry Perspectives
Music Industry Perspectives brings students face-to-face with real voices shaping today’s sound—offering insight, conversation, and career inspiration inside the classroom.
MTM Writing camp
Writing Camp is a hands-on creative experience designed for artists, producers, and songwriters looking to collaborate, experiment, and develop original music in a studio-style environment. Participants will work alongside peers while gaining real-world insight into the creative process, from ideation to execution.
MTM Sync Seminar
Join the Georgia State School of Music for an MTM Seminar on Sync Licensing. This online session, hosted by Prof. Al Thrash, explores how music is placed in film, TV, and media. Tuesday, February 10 at 12:30 PM.
MTM Seminar
MTM Seminar is a brief info session where students learn about the program, meet faculty, and explore resources and opportunities in the music industry.
MTM Meetup
MTM Meetup is a networking and informational event for Georgia State University students interested in the music industry. Open to all GSU students, this event is curated especially for Music Industry students and offers an opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in industry-focused conversation.
MTM Presents
MTM Presents is your midday music break—live, local, and powered by Georgia State’s own student talent.
Each event features a fresh lineup of artists from the MTM program, showcasing original music, creative collabs, and genre-spanning sounds.
MTM Seminar #5 Getting Your Record Ready For Release
From mixing and mastering to cover art, we'll be deep diving into all things that need to be considered before you press upload for distribution.
MTM Seminar #3
Professors Sweeten and Bishop will take a deep dive into Pro Tools, covering everything from core fundamentals to intermediate techniques. Learn essential tips and tricks to streamline your workflow and set yourself up for success in any tracking or mixing session.
Anime Fest
MTM is partnering up with Anime Fest to feature GSU Student Artist on the big stage!
ROCKY CHATMAN AND MORGAN LETT OPENING FOR CAMEO, SILK, AND CHRISTOPHER WILLIAMS
Kick off Homecoming night with a show-stopping concert headlined by Silk! Enjoy performances from talented GSU students, Cameo, Christopher Williams, and the Finesse Band in an evening full of music, energy and Panther spirit.
Engineer/Producer Day
Join us for Producer Day (Georgia State Edition), presented by FYM Records and MTM Standard! Featuring a panel of world-class producers, this event offers a behind-the-scenes look at their creative process. Don’t miss it—October 8th at 6 p.m. and October 9th at 5 p.m. in Kopleff Recital Hall.
MTM Seminar #2
Join professional Vocal Coach Avery Floyd Jr. as he teaches vocal training techniques such as how to utilize your diaphragm, breath control and so much more.
The Love Scene Festival- Morgan Lett
Join us on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. for The Love Scene Festival featuring the incredible Morgan Lett at the Mable House Amphitheatre.
Music Industry perspectives with Fiona Bloom
Join us for an evening with Fiona Bloom, Georgia State University alumna, music industry veteran, publicist, and founder of The Bloom Effect. With decades of experience in artist development, publicity, and international music promotion, Bloom will share insights into today’s ever-changing industry landscape and offer practical advice for emerging artists and professionals.
MTM takeover at fetch dog park
Catch upcoming GSU artists takeover Fetch Dog Park, where there will plenty of opportunity for connection and enjoying great music.
writing week
Get ready for a full week dedicated to songwriting, music publishing, creative collaboration, and behind-the-scenes access to the industry. Whether you're a songwriter, producer, or just curious about the process—Writing Week is where inspiration meets opportunity.
Soft Skills
Meet your professors and learn how to develop the skills needed to be successful in the music industry.
MTM Seminar #1
Discover the program structure, meet the faculty, and explore resources and expectations. Learn about exciting opportunities in and out of the classroom, as well as essential tools and tech for maximizing your experience in the music industry community.