How to Get Your Songs Placed in TV Shows & Movies
Getting your music placed in TV shows, movies, commercials and video games is a great way to get your music heard by a wider audience. Who doesn’t love a little bonus income and a new fanbase.
If you're a musician who wants to get their songs placed in TV shows and film, here are a few tips:
Make sure your music is high quality. This means that your songs should be well-produced, mixed, and mastered. Music supervisors are always looking for unique, original and creative music.
Submit your music through the right channels. Music supervisors have developed relationships with music licensing agencies and libraries. Working with a music licensing company, like June July, adds a layer of professionalism to working with you as an artist that music supervisors need to get their job done efficiently.
Be patient and persistent. It takes time and effort to get your songs placed in TV and film. Don't give up if you don't get a placement right away. Music licensing is a long game.
Here are some additional tips that may help you get your songs placed in TV shows and movies:
Make sure your music is properly registered with a performing rights organization like ASCAP or BMI. When registering a publishing entity, include contact details to make it easier to find you.
Be easy to contact by having an email available on your website or social media.
Promote your music on social media. Having an active fanbase and even going viral definitely helps fans and music supervisors find you.
Be professional. Responding promptly can make or break a fast-moving placement.
Getting your songs placed in TV shows and movies can take time and persistence, but it's also a lot of fun. If you're a musician who's passionate about your music, then it's definitely worth pursuing.
Reach out on our contact form page to submit your songs for consideration to June July’s artist licensing roster.