Everything You Need to Know About Music In Visual Media Conference 2026

2026 marks an exciting new chapter for the Music in Visual Media Conference as we gather at The Night Temple Hollywood, our newly opened creative home and community hub. Designed as a collaborative space for organizations and artists working across music, film, and visual media, The Night Temple Hollywood offers a welcoming environment that supports learning, connection, and artistic exchange. The venue features a café, restaurant and bar, dedicated workshop rooms, and versatile spaces for panels, performances, and screenings, all under one roof.

This year’s conference is intentionally designed to support our music community through uncertain and rapidly evolving times. Over three immersive days, composers, songwriters, and creatives at every stage of their careers will come together to learn, share, and explore sustainable ways to grow both creatively and economically. Industry leaders from across the music-in-media landscape will offer practical insights, workshops, and real-world guidance, aimed at sparking creative breakthroughs and opening new professional pathways.

We believe deeply in the power of community. This conference is built on the idea that talented artists deserve the tools, knowledge, and support needed to thrive. Whether you are just beginning your journey or expanding an established career, the Music in Visual Media Conference 2026 will help you identify next steps, adapt to industry shifts, and build a stronger creative foundation.

In addition to panels and workshops, the conference will feature an expo showcasing essential services, software, and products for composers and songwriters. All badge holders will receive gifts, and food, drinks, and community gathering spaces will be available both on-site and digitally. In true Night Temple spirit, live music performances will take place each evening, featuring some of the extraordinary Hollywood composers and artists who make up our community. Community access will also remain available after the conference concludes.

Key Topics for 2026

• Composing and songwriting for multiple mediums

• Finding opportunities and industry niches

• Getting music placed in film, TV, ads, trailers, and video games

• Staying ahead of laws, rights, and emerging technologies

• Expert insights from leading voices in the field

  
  

2026 Conference Panels Include

• The Industry in 2026

• Royalties, Cue Sheets & Publishing

• Composing for Genre

• World Music Influences in Composition

• Writing for Musicals

• Orchestration Techniques

• Finding Work in 2026

• Composing for Live Events, Dance & Theatre

• Music Supervisors, Publishers & Sync Agents

• Theme Songs for Television

• Creating & Getting Into Music Libraries

• Music for Video Games 2026

• Technology & Optimizing Workflow

• Award Campaigns

• Production Techniques for Sync, Trailers & Ads

• Songwriting for Sync

• Composing for Television 2026

• Creativity & Breaking the Rules 2026

  
  

Hands-On Labs

This year, attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in interactive labs, including:

• Analyzing Scores Lab

• Crafting Powerful Reels Lab

• Songwriting Lab

Learn more about the Music in Visual Media Conference 2026 and purchase tickets here:👉 https://www.thenighttemple.com/music-in-visual-media-conference-2026