W O R K S H O P
We are excited to invite you to the online workshop ‘AI in Film Composition’ with the acclaimed Austrian film composer Walter Werzowa. The workshop is designed specifically for media composers who work in film, theatre, web projects, and more. You will explore new possibilities in ideation and production, addressing both creative and legal perspectives. Expand your skill set and stay ahead in the evolving world of film composition – we look forward to your participation and creative insights. See below for the full workshop programme.
W h o: film/media composers
W h e n:
Day 1: Tue, 6 February
Day 2: Wed, 7 February
Day 3: Sun, 11 February
Day 1: Tue, 6 February
Day 2: Wed, 7 February
Day 3: Sun, 11 February
T i m e: Each day from 6-9pm (Egypt time)
W h e r e: online via Zoom (login information will be provided upon confirmed participation)
H o w: Please register until 5 February via the Google form https://forms.gle/qohKMvWC6Yazqwgs5
Please note: The number of places available is limited to 25 persons. Due to waiting lists for our workshops, please register only if you can attend.
C o s t s: The workshop is free of charge, but registration is essential
L a n g u a g e: English
P r o g r a m m e
Day 1: Introduction and Temp Music Exploration
Time for introductions, including an optional ‘show and tell’ session (maximum 7 minutes).
Dive into the pool of AI technologies and discover how AI can assist in finding appropriate temp music. Walter will demonstrate in his DAW (Logic) how to analyze temp tracks and craft a relevant creative response to secure projects. A discussion on how to defend your work in challenging situations.
Time for introductions, including an optional ‘show and tell’ session (maximum 7 minutes).
Dive into the pool of AI technologies and discover how AI can assist in finding appropriate temp music. Walter will demonstrate in his DAW (Logic) how to analyze temp tracks and craft a relevant creative response to secure projects. A discussion on how to defend your work in challenging situations.
Day 2: Practical Application and Legal Aspects
Walter will present an assignment (for Day 3 presentation). Work on a short movie scene accompanied by a temp track. Understand the intricacies of spotting sessions and learn what questions to ask. Explore how AI can assist in navigating agreements and contracts.
Walter will present an assignment (for Day 3 presentation). Work on a short movie scene accompanied by a temp track. Understand the intricacies of spotting sessions and learn what questions to ask. Explore how AI can assist in navigating agreements and contracts.
Day 3: Presentation and Future Outlook
Present your work for discussion and constructive feedback, with potential on-the-fly changes. Conclude with a glimpse into the future of AI in film composition and its impact on the composer’s career. Discuss PRO and rights issues, including those specifically arising from AI collaborations.
Present your work for discussion and constructive feedback, with potential on-the-fly changes. Conclude with a glimpse into the future of AI in film composition and its impact on the composer’s career. Discuss PRO and rights issues, including those specifically arising from AI collaborations.
A b o u t
Walter Werzowa is an award-winning Hollywood film composer, producer and professor of media composition with a focus on film music at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. He has composed film music for directors such as Steven Spielberg and Wim Wenders, among others. Werzowa is music director of the immersive project Mythos Mozart, which opened in Vienna in 2022. After living in Los Angeles for more than 30 years, he has recently returned to Vienna.
Walter Werzowa is an award-winning Hollywood film composer, producer and professor of media composition with a focus on film music at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. He has composed film music for directors such as Steven Spielberg and Wim Wenders, among others. Werzowa is music director of the immersive project Mythos Mozart, which opened in Vienna in 2022. After living in Los Angeles for more than 30 years, he has recently returned to Vienna.
If you have any further questions, please contact us at alina.brandstaetter@bmeia.gv.at
