In an age of temp tracks and AI-generated content, is there still space for true originality in screen music? And how do composers claim it? In this panel, we explore the creative process behind distinctive scores with voices from three worlds: film, trailers, and advertising. What sparks an idea? How do story, genre, and collaboration shape the sound?
Together we dive into clips, habits, and behind-the-scenes moments that reveal how inspiration becomes music. Expect honest conversation, practical insights, and a fresh look at the art of scoring.
Francesca Barone
Independent Music Supervisor, ITFrancesca Barone is an Independent Music Supervisor (Dolce&Gabbana and more), after 17+ years of experience in the music business working as Licensing Manager at Universal Music Publishing, as Synch Manager and A&R at Sony Music Publishing and as Music Consultant at EMI Music Publishing. She lectures at Italian Universities, national/international festivals and music schools; she is co-founder and president at Equaly.it, the first Italian organization actively working to reach gender equality in the Italian music business. Under the name of Franca Barone, she released two albums as a singer-songwriter, composer and producer.
Nainita Desai
Composer, UKAcclaimed with three recent Emmy nominations and a recent win for The Reason I Jump, Nainita Desai is also an RTS award winner and double BIFA, Critics Choice, Ivor Novello & Cinema Eye Honors nominee. Amongst her work on various BAFTA, Academy Award, and Emmy acclaimed productions, Nainita’s current projects include Secrets Of The Penguins (Nat Geo), The Wild Ones (Apple TV+), & fantasy adventure series Nautilus (Amazon/Disney/ AMC+). Other notable scripted series include ITV Drama The Tower (Seasons 1-3), BBC series Crossfire, and SKY comedy drama Funny Woman. Feature docs include For Sama, Nocturnes, The Contestant & Netflix films: 14 Peaks, What Jennifer Did and The Deepest Breath.
Jacob Wiltshire
Creative Director, Pusher Music, DEJacob Wiltshire is a music industry professional and creative director at PUSHER, carrying years of international experience in A&R, sync licensing, music production, label management and publishing. Usually based in Berlin, Wiltshire represents and manages PUSHER’s roster of artists, composers, label and publishing partners for worldwide sync opportunities. PUSHER and its artists’ music has featured in hundreds of entertainment marketing campaigns for Disney, FOX, Warner Brothers, Universal, NETFLIX, Sony, Amazon, HBO, Activision, Ubisoft, Amazon, Hulu, Apple and A24. PUSHER’s Ads division has also landed spots for Ford, Toyota, Playstation, Audi, Samsung, Volkswagen, Porsche and Burberry.
Tessa Rose Jackson
Artist / Composer, NLTessa Rose Jackson is a songwriter and composer based in London and Amsterdam. She has released 4 albums and 3 EPs to date, and has created scores for numerous films, TV-series and videogames. She draws inspiration from a sprawling well; from intimate folk to the psychedelic and supernatural. Her favourite stories and sounds are those that transcend reality, blurring the line between reality and dream. Most recently, she worked as one of the composers and soundtrack artists on the Feel For Music team for the highly anticipated video game Life Is Strange: Double Exposure. Currently, Jackson is working on two feature films while gearing up to releasing her 5th studio album.