Premier Music Industry Conference in the Midwest
Each year, the Ohio University Music Industry Summit features an exclusive gathering of prominent artists and music industry leaders for informative panels and compelling interviews, as well as networking and learning opportunities, performances, and more for registrants.
The Summit is open to both students and professionals, with both in-person and virtual options.
Save the Date
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Plan Your TripIf you are traveling to Athens for the Summit, we have two hotels offering preferred rates for attendees. Explore more information on area hotels and amenities to get ready for a packed week in our stunning college town.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsYou've got questions; we've got answers! Check out our FAQs where we have answered the most pertinent questions. We will continue to add to these leading up to the Summit.
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Become a SponsorOur generous sponsors make the Music Industry Summit possible each year. By sponsoring the Summit, we offer a platform to increase awareness of your brand, music, products, or services and connect with our international community of students, educators, musicians, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals.
Look Back at the 2024 Summit
Artist and speaker announcements for the 2025 Music Industry Summit will start in November 2024 and continue up to the conference. In the meantime, take a look back at the 2024 Summit to get an idea of what you can expect.
The Launchpad Podcast
On-Demand Sessions
Conversations from the past three Summits are available for on-demand viewing. Relive hearing from these inspiring artists and industry leaders like Run the Jewels, Derek Ali, Phoebe Bridgers, Saba, CAAMP, FINNEAS, Ken Ehrlich, Michelle Zauner, Noelle Scaggs, Maggie Phillips, Talib Kweli, mxmtoon, Chris Messina, and many more! A wide range of topics have been covered from web3 and AI to social media strategies to music supervision, and much, much more! A few highlights are below or, if you can't get enough, follow the link below for more.
Earl Sweatshirt Artist Keynote
Music journalist Marcus J. Moore hosts a keynote conversation with hip hop icon Earl Sweatshirt at the 2024 Music Industry Summit.
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Past Artists and Speakers
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Learn more about our programs
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Media Arts ProductionThis major focuses on building the next generation of creative professionals for digital cinema and audio and video storytelling. Students can explore short- and long-form narrative storytelling in digital cinema, episodic video content development, and more.
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Music Production and Recording IndustryExplore and develop skills across production and business areas of the music industry. Students can choose from two major tracts: technical/artistic skills in audio recording and music production and entrepreneurial and creative careers within music business.
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EntrepreneurshipDeveloping your entrepreneurial mindset and skills will prepare you to be your own boss, start and lead a social venture, or be an innovator and change-maker inside of an established organization.