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Ultimate Sync Sessions
Hosted by Ultimate Sync Access · EN
Welcome to the "Ultimate Sync Sessions," the premier podcast dedicated to exploring the dynamic world of the sync industry!
Hosted by Amelia McCloskey, founder and CEO of AM Licensing and Ultimate Sync Access, this podcast is your ultimate guide to understanding the intricate processes and key players behind the music sync industry.
Each episode of "Ultimate Sync Sessions" brings you engaging and insightful conversations with a diverse array of prominent guests who are shaping the future of music in media.
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Ep 1: From Church Piano to the NFL with Joshua Sutherland
Apr 100:14:38Tap to summarizeJoshua Sutherland shares how he went from playing piano in church to supervising music at the NFL, after stops at UnitedMasters and HBO working on Euphoria, Rap Sh!t, Winning Time, and The Idol. This episode is packed with insight on breaking into sync, building real industry relationships, and learning how to move fast without losing your ear.For exclusive insights, resources, and sync opportunities, visit:www.ultimatesyncaccess.comConnect with us on social media: @ultimatesyncaccess
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Ep 05: Lava Hong Beyond the Studio
Mar 1900:11:56Tap to summarizeIn the final episode, Lava Hong reflects on her personality, passions and creative motivations beyond music supervision. She shares her love for journalling, meaningful relationships and artistic expression, while discussing upcoming projects and future ambitions. The conversation highlights her commitment to continuous growth, creativity and deeper industry collaboration.👉 For exclusive insights, resources, and sync opportunities, visit: www.ultimatesyncaccess.comConnect with us on social media: @ultimatesyncaccess
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Ep 04: The Sacrifices Behind the Career
Mar 1800:13:48Tap to summarizeLava Hong opens up about the personal sacrifices behind building a career in the entertainment industry, from relocating across the world to managing intense workloads. She discusses work-life balance, long-term planning, and the importance of representation and mentorship. The episode also explores how supporting the next generation of creatives helps strengthen the industry.👉 For exclusive insights, resources, and sync opportunities, visit: www.ultimatesyncaccess.comConnect with us on social media: @ultimatesyncaccess
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Ep 03: What Makes a Great Trailer?
Mar 1800:09:23Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Lava Hong breaks down the elements that make a powerful trailer. She explains why music, sound design and editing are critical to shaping emotion and storytelling in film marketing. Lava also shares her thoughts on memorable trailers, the structure of successful promos, and how audio can transform the audience experience.👉 For exclusive insights, resources, and sync opportunities, visit: www.ultimatesyncaccess.comConnect with us on social media: @ultimatesyncaccess
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Ep 02: Inside the World of Trailer Music
Mar 1800:10:28Tap to summarizeLava Hong takes listeners behind the scenes of working on major trailer campaigns at Trailer Park Group. She discusses the creative process behind trailer music, including the art of “trailerising” songs for cinematic impact. Lava also reflects on balancing her role as a music supervisor with her identity as a musician, and shares insights from working on high-profile campaigns such as Stranger Things.👉 For exclusive insights, resources, and sync opportunities, visit: www.ultimatesyncaccess.comConnect with us on social media: @ultimatesyncaccess
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Ep 01: From Shenzhen to Hollywood Sync
Mar 1800:10:45Tap to summarizeLava Hong shares her journey from growing up in Shenzhen, China, to building a career in Hollywood’s trailer industry. She reflects on her musical upbringing, studying in the United States, and how mentorship, networking and persistence helped her land her first role in music supervision. This episode explores the early steps required to break into the sync industry and the importance of developing relationships and industry knowledge.👉 For exclusive insights, resources, and sync opportunities, visit: www.ultimatesyncaccess.comConnect with us on social media: @ultimatesyncaccess
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Trailer | Behind the Trailers – The Sync Journey
Mar 1800:00:48Tap to summarizeThis is Season 12 of the Ultimate Sync Sessions Podcast: Behind the Trailers – The Sync Journey.Hosted by Amelia McCloskey, this series features music supervisor Lava Hong from Trailer Park Group, whose work has contributed to campaigns for major Hollywood films and TV shows.Across the series, Lava shares her journey into the trailer industry, the creative process behind trailer music, and the lessons she has learned building a career in sync.Lava Hong is a Clio Award-, Golden Trailer Award-, and Global Entertainment Award-nominated music supervisor with over four years of experience in sync licensing, trailer music, and interactive media, and 9+ years in composition, songwriting, and vocal performance. As the Music Supervisor at Trailer Park Group, she has led high-volume music supervision, licensing, and placements for major Hollywood campaigns including Wicked, Mufasa, Oppenheimer, Wednesday, Furiosa, Stranger Things, 3 Body Problem, Jurassic Park, and Sing 2. 👉 For exclusive insights, resources, and sync opportunities, visit: www.ultimatesyncaccess.comConnect with us on social media: @ultimatesyncaccess
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Ep 04: Score vs Songs: The Choices Behind EA’s Soundtracks
Jan 2200:26:35Tap to summarizeThis final episode explores how EA curates memorable and immersive soundtracks, from deciding when to licence commercial music versus hiring composers, to navigating complex clearances such as university-owned fight songs and global releases — all while keeping gameplay at the heart of every decision.👉 For exclusive insights, resources, and sync opportunities, visit: www.ultimatesyncaccess.comConnect with us on social media: @ultimatesyncaccess
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Ep 03: How Songs Get Chosen for EA Games
Jan 2200:12:44Tap to summarizeIn this conversation, Lori breaks down how creative vision leads every music decision at EA Games. She explains why there are no quotas for major or independent artists, how sound shapes player experience, and what supervisors really listen for when choosing music for games and marketing.👉 For exclusive insights, resources, and sync opportunities, visit: www.ultimatesyncaccess.comConnect with us on social media: @ultimatesyncaccess
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Ep 02: How EA Clears Music for Global Games
Jan 2200:19:14Tap to summarizeThis episode pulls back the curtain on the music clearance process, as Lori explains how songs are researched, negotiated, and approved for EA’s games. The discussion highlights common misconceptions about sync, the importance of organisation and metadata, and why preparation can make or break a licensing opportunity.👉 For exclusive insights, resources, and sync opportunities, visit: www.ultimatesyncaccess.comConnect with us on social media: @ultimatesyncaccess
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