52 Cues - A Production Music and Sync Podcast
Hosted by working composer and long-time professor Dave Kropf, the 52 Cues Podcast takes you inside the real world of production music, library music, and sync licensing – breaking down cues, unpacking industry insights, and sharing candid conversations with fellow composers and publishers.
Weekly episodes deliver practical strategies, creative inspiration, and insider information to help you land more placements and build a sustainable career in sync.
52 Cues - A Production Music and Sync Podcast
We Asked Anne-Kathrin Dern About Her Brutal Composer Advice
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In this episode, film and game composer Anne-Kathrin Dern joins Dave to talk about her recent brutally honest composer advice, how her own career has evolved, and how she actually gets hired.
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rYF_xun27Ec
https://annedern-filmcomposer.com
https://www.youtube.com/@AnneKathrinDernComposer
How Hard Is it to Make a Living in Production Music? | 52 Cues Podcast #278
https://youtu.be/-owQEUH26js
Is Production Music Worth It in 2026? | 52 Cues Podcast #279
https://youtu.be/L9gJYZC8330
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