Four days. Three nights. One career-defining experience. Join dozens of industry heavyweights, for the ultimate all-inclusive creative event — August 14–17. Making music along side Music Supervisors, and Grammy winning producers.
This event is application only.
Where Sync Meets Songwriting
Starship is the rare event that combines a world-class sync conference with a hands-on songwriting retreat — all under one roof, all inclusive. This isn't just another panel lineup. It's a living, breathing creative environment where deals get made, songs get written, and careers take off.
Sponsored by Voyager Publishing & Sync, with active staff on-site scouting talent and identifying songs and writers they want to represent. Opportunity isn't just possible here — it's baked in.
At a Glance
- 4 days, 3 nights — August 14–17
- Featured speakers + industry panels
- Open Q&A with working sync pros
- Dedicated songwriting sessions
- Elite networking environment
- Voyager staff actively scouting
- All-inclusive options available
Taught By the People Who Built the Industry
Starship brings together executives and creatives who have shaped the global music business at the highest levels. These aren't just speakers — they're gatekeepers, dealmakers, and visionaries ready to share what they know.
Kate Hyman
A friend to artists, Kate brings a rare combination of creative instinct and commercial savvy — and a family legacy that runs deep. Her family acquired both parts of Warner, cementing their place as music industry royalty. She has held A&R roles at Warner Bros., V2, Imago, Chrysalis, MCA, ZE/Island, and Shelter Records, and currently operates a joint venture with BMG Rights.
Her signings include Moby (Play — Platinum, Grammy-nominated), Paula Cole (Platinum, Grammy winner), Aimee Mann, Sinéad O'Connor, Toots & the Maytals (True Love — Grammy winner), Beth Orton, and Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats. She music supervised the multi-platinum I Am Sam soundtrack, consulted on Martin Scorsese's Vinyl, and produced the acclaimed Marc Bolan tribute Angel Headed Hipster. She has also overseen European labels including Stiff Records and Ensign Records, brokered multiple music book deals, and brought the Joan Jett documentary to BMG. She is also the founder of Little Monster, a children's music label.
Michelle Silverman
Michelle Silverman is a veteran music supervisor with over 94 film and TV credits, including Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, The Harder They Fall, Kill Bill: Vol. 1, and Interview with the Vampire. She is a two-time HMMA Award winner for Best Music Supervision.
Mathew Steele
CEO and Founder of SteeleSync, Mathew has 13+ years in the entertainment business and landed a placement in the #1 box office hit Limitless. He also created SyncSpotlight, a major annual sync education event.
Sync Panels!
Beyond individual speakers, Starship features two dedicated panel sessions with working professionals who are actively placing music right now. Bring your questions — open Q&A is part of the format.
Sync Agents Panel!
Active sync agents pull back the curtain on how pitching really works, what they're looking for, and how to build a lasting relationship with representation.
Music Supervisors Panel
Working music supervisors share exactly what lands in their inbox, what gets placed, and what makes a songwriter impossible to ignore when it's time to license.
Industry Insiders: Meet Some of Our Panelists
Get ready to learn from the best. Our panels feature active industry players who are shaping music and media. Dom Colizzi and Wyshmaster are just two of the experts joining us.
Dom Colizzi
Wyshmaster
Mr. Hit Records
B Martin
Celeste Debro
Jeremiah Moss
Dom Colizzi — Multi-platinum producer and award-winning music supervisor. Co-producer of the hit reality TV show, Hit Kitchen TV Show, and the popular Jelly Rolls Bar series. Dom brings decades of experience placing music in film, TV, and advertising.
Wyshmaster — Grammy-nominated producer and respected industry veteran. Also a co-producer for Hit Kitchen TV Show and Jelly Rolls Bar. Wyshmaster's credits span major labels and independent artists, offering invaluable insights into production and sync opportunities.
Mr. Hit Records — Emmy and Telly Award-winning producer Joseph "Mr. Hit Record" Lopez is a multi-platinum producer, songwriter, and audio engineer based in Atlanta. His sync credits include co-writing the theme for Hollywood Medium (E! & Bravo) and Deb's House (WETV/ALLBLK), with music featured across ESPN programming including SportsCenter and the NBA Draft.
B Martin — New York-born producer, rapper, and songwriter Brendan "B Martin" Martin brings 10+ years of industry experience, Billboard dance hits, and over 15 million streams as a recording artist. A winner of Hot 97's "Who's Next" and named Best Hip Hop Artist at SXSW by J. Cole, B Martin has collaborated with Kendrick Lamar, T-Pain, and Young Money's Cory Gunz.
Celeste Debro — Music Supervisor at Creative Control and Tyler Perry Studios, Celeste's credits include hit shows Zatima, Young Dylan, Caught Up, and All The Queen's Men, plus films like La La Land, Mea Culpa, The Six Triple Eight, and Madea's Destination Wedding. She is also the founder of FRSH SONX, a sync licensing company dedicated to placing independent artists in film and TV.
Jeremiah Moss — Freelance Music Supervisor, Sync Representative for Lucesca Publishing, and member of the Guild of Music Supervisors. A New York native with a B.A. in Music Business from Catawba College and an M.F.A. in Film Production from Full Sail University, Jeremiah made his debut supervising the indie feature Down for the Count and earned two film festival wins for his audio work on Murdercycle: Ride or Die (2019). He also hosts the Playlist Shuffle Podcast, exploring film music and sync through interviews with industry creatives.
Many more panelists will be announced soon, covering various facets of the music synchronization landscape.
Meet Some of the Artists and Producers
Starship attracts a diverse lineup of accomplished artists and influencers, creating a dynamic environment where creativity and collaboration thrive. Engage with these proven talents who are making waves across social media and streaming platforms.
Tawnted
Genre-bending artist captivating audiences worldwide, boasting 1.5M monthly listeners on Spotify with their unique sound.
Jules Walcott
Emerging singer-songwriter whose authentic voice has garnered a loyal fanbase of 2.7M followers on Tik Tok.
seon
Innovative producer and artist, with a rapidly growing global reach of 340K monthly listeners on Spotify.
hunnav
Multi-talented creator and musician, engaging a massive audience of 638K monthly listeners on Spotify.
dheusta
Dynamic artist recognized for trending sounds and creative content, commanding 438K monthly listeners on Spotify.
baby goth
Unique artist known for their distinctive style, attracting over 1.3 million followers on Tik Tok.
blackadinme
Grammy-nominated producer and musician whose work spans collaborations with Fat Joe, Mary J. Blige, Yung Pooda, Lucky Daye, and Syleena Johnson.
And MORE…
partnership with Music Supervision Mastercourse
Starship has partnered with the Music Supervision Mastercourse — and that means students from the program will be on-site at the conference, actively scouting music for sync opportunities. This is a direct, real connection between your songs and people who are learning to place them.
About the Program
The Music Supervision Mastercourse was created by Emmy-nominated music supervisor Jennifer Pyken, who has supervised 1,000+ episodes of television. The course trains the next generation of music supervisors — and those students will be at Starship looking for music to place.
What This Means for You
Real Sync Students
Actively listening to your music
Next Generation Access
Direct exposure to emerging music supervisors
Placement Potential
Opportunities from attendees trained in the craft
Built-In Pipeline
A sync connection that extends beyond the conference itself
Introducing Our Media Partner:
Love 1st Entertainment
We are thrilled to announce Love 1st Entertainment as our official media partner! Through Love 1st TV, they will be amplifying the Starship Sync Conference & Songwriting Retreat, bringing exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content to a wider audience. This partnership expands our reach and provides unique exposure opportunities for our participants.
Let's get you signed and noticed
On-Site Talent Scouting
Voyager staff attend every Starship event with a clear mission: find exceptional writers and songs to represent. Your performance in the writing rooms and sessions is being noticed.
About Voyager
Voyager Publishing & Sync is the presenting sponsor of Starship — and they're not just writing checks. Founded by Peter Shurkin, a former VP of Sync at BMG, Voyager is an active, respected player in the sync licensing world. Getting on their radar at this event is a real, tangible outcome for the right writer.
Hit Kitchen Season 2: Your Spotlight Awaits
The critically acclaimed Hit Kitchen TV Show is actively searching for new talent for its second season, and they are doing it right here at Starship. This is your chance to turn your retreat experience into a national television debut.
On-Site Casting Calls
Hit Kitchen producers and casting directors will be scouting for the next generation of musical talent to feature in Season 2. Prepare to showcase your skills!
Seeking Producers & Songwriters
Whether you're a beatmaker, a lyricist, or a melody master, they're looking for compelling stories and undeniable talent to join the competition.
Shine in Sessions
Engage actively in writing rooms, panel Q&As, and networking events. Make connections and let your talent speak for itself – it's your time to be noticed.
Write With the Best in the Room
Starship isn't just about listening — it's about creating. Dedicated songwriting sessions run throughout the weekend, pairing you with fellow songwriters and creatives in a focused, energized environment. Co-writes that happen here have a way of turning into real placements.
Evening Sessions
Friday night writing sessions from 8:30–11pm kick off the creative energy immediately after networking.
Morning Sessions
Platinum members enjoy exclusive morning writing sessions from 9am–2pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Late Night Sessions
Platinum late-night sessions run 9–11pm Saturday and Sunday — when the real magic happens.
Pictured above: Gabbi Nixx, Alex Charles, Mak Harris, and Isaac King
Four Days Built for Momentum
Friday, Aug 14 — Arrival Day
5:45pm — Arrive & check in
6:30–8:30pm — Networking reception
8:30–11pm — Opening songwriting sessions
Saturday, Aug 15 — Full Day
9am–2pm — Platinum songwriting sessions
2–8pm — Sync conference panels & speakers
9–11pm — Late night platinum writing sessions
Sunday, Aug 16 — Deep Dive
9am–2pm — Platinum songwriting sessions
2–8pm — General admission writing sessions
9–11pm — Late night platinum writing sessions
Monday, Aug 17 — Departure
By 10am — Check-out. Leave with new songs, new contacts, and new opportunities.
Choose Your OWN Starship ADVENTURE
From single-day access to the full luxury suite, there's a pass for every level of commitment. Platinum and above includes lodging, food, and extended writing sessions.
Single Day — $100
Access to the Sync Conference for one selected day. Perfect for local attendees or those with limited availability.
Unlimited — $249
Full access to all Sync Conference sessions across all four days. The best entry-level option for the full speaker and panel experience, while still being in song writing sessions.
Platinum Ticket (Air Mattress) — $425
Everything included in the Unlimited pass plus on-site lodging (air mattress), exclusive writing sessions, food, and more.
Platinum Ticket — $530
Everything included in the Unlimited pass plus on-site lodging (bed), exclusive writing sessions, food, and more.
VIP Room — $2,600
Entire private room with 2 beds, extra air mattresses, food, 4 Unlimited Sync Conference tickets, and a 30 minute virtual one-on-one consultation with Peter Shurkin (Previous Head of Sync at BMG). Ideal for teams or groups.
Apex Suite — $3,500
The ultimate Starship experience. Private balcony in the speaker hall, champagne, food, 4 Unlimited passes, and 2 beds. Watch panels from your bed.
Platinum Experience — $4,999
All-inclusive stay at the off-campus speaker resort, a 1-hour one on one consultation with each of the speakers, and complimentary access to Waka Flocka Flame's studio for recording.
The Best Networking in Sync, Period.
Built for Real Connections
Starship is designed from the ground up to facilitate the kind of genuine connections that lead to placements, representation, and long-term creative relationships. Every element of the event — shared meals, writing rooms, late nights — creates the conditions for trust.
Access You Can't Buy Elsewhere
Where else can you co-write on Friday night, sit in a panel with three music supervisors on Saturday, and have Voyager staff evaluate your work on Sunday? Starship compresses years of networking into a single transformative weekend.
Your Seat at the Table Is Waiting
Spots are limited and Starship fills up fast. Whether you're chasing your first sync placement or your hundredth, this is the room where it happens. Apply now and take the next step in your sync career.
August 14–17 · Sponsored by Voyager Publishing & Sync · All-inclusive options available · Industry scouting on-site
Meet the Visionaries Behind Starship
Starship Sync is brought to you by two industry powerhouses dedicated to empowering artists and songwriters in the sync world.
Kate Hyman (She/Her)
Co-Founder of Starship Sync, Kate comes from two generations of entertainment royalty — her grandfamily acquired both sides of Warner, TV and film. She has held A&R and creative roles at Warner Bros., BMG, V2, Chrysalis, MCA, and more, signing Moby (Play — Platinum), Paula Cole (Grammy winner), Aimee Mann, Sinéad O'Connor, Toots & the Maytals (Grammy), and Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats. She music supervised the multi-platinum I Am Sam soundtrack and consulted on Martin Scorsese's Vinyl. A genuine friend to artists — and one of the reasons Starship exists.
Rebekah Freeland (they/Them)
Co-Founder of Starship Sync and Director of Sales for Voyager Publishing & Sync, Rebekah Freeland is an independent artist known as REBEXTRA — hailing from Austin, TX, the live music capital of the world. Driven by a deep belief in the power of independent artistry, they built Starship from the ground up as a launchpad for artists who deserve a real shot at the sync world.
Starship Sync Conference & Songwriting Retreat