IMMERSE 2020: Full Schedule

11:00am CDT

De-Mystifying Your Creative Calling w/Andrew Peterson

Speakers

Andrew Peterson

Monday June 15, 2020 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT

GENERAL

12:00pm CDT

LUNCH

Monday June 15, 2020 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Bennett - 2nd Floor

GENERAL

1:15pm CDT

The Basics: Production

Speakers

Jonas Ekman

Producer, Sarah Kelly Music School

Monday June 15, 2020 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
TBA

BIZ

1:15pm CDT

Livin' the Dream: Behind the scenes with hit songwriters & artists, Apollo LTD (MASTERCLASS ONLY)

Speakers

Apollo LTD

Artist/Writers

Monday June 15, 2020 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

MASTERCLASS

1:15pm CDT

Making Melodies: Crafting the Signature Sound of a Song

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Speakers

Joseph Habedank

Artist/Songwriter

Monday June 15, 2020 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
TBA

SONG

2:30pm CDT

Creating Compelling Video & Multimedia Content for your Church

Intro to creating visual content for the church congregation. What software is popular and why. Best practices in creating original content for the church.

Speakers

Tyler is the owner and operator of Livingstone Films Inc. He loves storytelling and has learned important lighting, camera and editing techniques from his colleagues over the years and has developed a unique style for both shooting and editing. His most recent project as writer... Read More →

Monday June 15, 2020 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

2:30pm CDT

Real Talk: How music, money and ministry work together

Speakers

Nick Barre

Artist & Brand Manager, Proper Management

I have a deep passion for serving artists and introducing their music and ministry to new audiences.Current management projects include Casting Crowns, Anthem Lights, Caleb + Kelsey, KB, The Afters, Vertical Worship, David Leonard, Red Rocks Worship, Zauntee, and Twila Paris. Past... Read More →

Monday June 15, 2020 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
TBA

BIZ

2:30pm CDT

The Basics: Publishing

Speakers

George Ross

Chief Operating Officer, CCLI

As Chief Operating Officer of Christian Copyright Licensing International, Inc. (CCLI), George Ross strives to innovate and improve experiences for CCLI’s customers and rights holders and continue to ensure CCLI is a market leader by simplifying the complexities of copyright... Read More →

Jess Chambers

Gotee Records

Jess Chambers began her career in the newsroom serving a senior editor for the Associated Press. From there she took her love of words into the music industry in the A&R department at Capitol CMG/Universal Records. In this position she was an integral part of the production process... Read More →

Monday June 15, 2020 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
TBA

BIZ

3:30pm CDT

BREAK

Monday June 15, 2020 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
TBA

GENERAL

4:00pm CDT

Media & Message: How to Use Social Media to Share your Message

Speakers

Arielle Estoria

Spoken Word Poet, Cantinas Arts Foundation

Born and raised in foggy Northern California, Arielle Estoria is Spoken Word Poet, Author, Dance Party Enthusiast Emcee and Event Host, Speaker, Model and Actress. Through various aspects of storytelling: poetry, event hosting, acting and voice over work, Arielle orchestrates each... Read More →

Monday June 15, 2020 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

BIZ

4:00pm CDT

Cowriting: The Do's and Don'ts of Writing as a Team

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Speakers

Holly Zabka

Sr. Vice President, Essential Music Publishing

Holly is Vice President of Publishing for Essential Music, working with such writers as Jason Ingram, Mia Fields, Matt Maher, Zach Williams, Jonathan Smith, Tauren Wells, Casting Crowns, Elevation Worship. Vertical Worship. In 2019, she was named BMI Publisher of the Year. Holly was... Read More →

Monday June 15, 2020 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
TBA

SONG

4:00pm CDT

Legacy, The Echoes of Leadership

Speakers

Jamie Miley

Founder and CEO, Ascension Worship

Jamie is the Founder and CEO of Ascension Worship and Ascension Music Publishing. He is a devoted husband and father, songwriter, worship director, entrepreneur, mentor, trainer, and public speaker. Jamie started Ascension Worship in 2004 as a way to unite the church through city... Read More →

Monday June 15, 2020 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

WORSHIP

8:30pm CDT

IMMERSE LIVE!

Speakers

Jackie Patillo

GMA President & Executive Director, Gospel Music Association (GMA)

Jacie Patillo is the President & Executive Director of the Gospel Music Association and Foundation, a nonprofit which aims to foster interest among the public in Gospel and Christian music. The foundation also builds community and cooperation among industry leaders, in order to address... Read More →

Monday June 15, 2020 8:30pm - 9:30pm CDT
Shamblin Theatre

GENERAL

8:30am CDT

Women's Breakfast (Meal Plan Required)

Raised to Stay: From Roots to Revival
You are called, anointed and appointed to fulfill the Great Commission using your unique gifting. We will not be known for quitting. We will be known for finishing our race.

Speakers

Natalie Runion

Ascension Worship

Natalie is a worship leader and pastor from Cincinnati, OH who grew up as a pastor’s kid and has spent the past 20 years serving in ministry throughout the country. Her heart is to pastor the next generation of worship leaders who will serve the local and global Church, equipping... Read More →

Tuesday June 16, 2020 8:30am - 9:30am CDT

GENERAL

12:00pm CDT

LUNCH

Tuesday June 16, 2020 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Bennett - 2nd Floor

GENERAL

1:15pm CDT

Artist Movement/Stage Presence and Performance

Join Bradley as you explore onstage/performance movement and discover how you can comfortably move on stage. The goal is to further improve your stage presence while still feeling authentic and free.

Speakers

Bradley Rapier

Creative Director- Dance, Cantinas Arts Foundation

Bradley Rapier currently serves as Creative Director at Cantinas Arts, developing content, presenting vision and creatively overseeing integration of multiple artistic disciplines. Bradley works closely with the artists as a choreographer, coach and mentor to bring out and guide their... Read More →

Tuesday June 16, 2020 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

BIZ

1:15pm CDT

Understanding Song Structure

Speakers

Dwan Hill

Songwriter/Producer

Meet Dwan Hill, a GRAMMY award-winning and 2x Dove-nominated songwriter, producer, musician, writer, and church leader based in Nashville, TN.In addition to completing his Music Education and Masters of Composition degrees at Belmont University, Dwan has toured worldwide with renowned... Read More →

Tuesday June 16, 2020 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
TBA

SONG

1:15pm CDT

Live Recording and Mixing Tips from a Mix Pro

Speakers

Sean Moffitt

Mix Engineer

Tuesday June 16, 2020 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
TBA

WORSHIP

2:30pm CDT

Making Social Media Work for You

Speakers

Matt Hadley

Owner/CEO, Wander Creative

Matt has developed a trusted team that grows your brand, simplifies your digital marketing efforts, and helps create engaging and dynamic content. He oversees all aspects of Wander Creative including growth strategies, marketing campaigns, content creation, and client relationships.Immediately... Read More →

Tuesday June 16, 2020 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
TBA

BIZ

2:30pm CDT

Writing Songs for Your Church

Speakers

Jon Reddick

Songwriter/Artist/Worship Leader

Tuesday June 16, 2020 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
TBA

SONG

2:30pm CDT

Using Tracks to Enhance Your Sound

Tuesday June 16, 2020 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
TBA

WORSHIP

3:30pm CDT

BREAK

Tuesday June 16, 2020 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
TBA

GENERAL

4:00pm CDT

The Basics: Digitial Service Providers (Spotify, Apply Music & More)

Speakers

Andrew Lambeth

Marketing Director, Centricity Music

Andrew Lambeth earned a B.A in Economics and Political Science from The University of Alabama and an M.B.A. from The College of William & Mary. He began his work in the music industry by starting an artist & producer management firm in Nashville, Glowstick Management. With Glowstick... Read More →

Timothy Trudeau

CEO, Syntax Creative

Timothy J. Trudeau began his professional journey in the music business in 1997. Since then, he's produced for GRAMMY-nominated artists, designed Stellar-nominated album art, released Dove-nominated albums on his own record label and became a distribution executive with clients who’ve... Read More →

Ritz McCain

Director, Global Streaming, Capitol CMG

Ritz McCain earned her B.A. in Communication as a student-athlete at The University of Arizona and her M.S. in Exercise Physiology from Georgia State University. She pursued a career in the athletic/health field as a Graduate Assistant for the GSU Recreation Center and later as... Read More →

Tuesday June 16, 2020 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
TBA

BIZ

4:00pm CDT

3 Secret Songwriting Strategies The Pros Use

Speakers

Seth Mosley

Full Circle Music

The first record Seth Mosley ever bought was 1996’s Take Me To Your Leader by Newsboys. Fast forward nearly a decade-and-a-half, and the Ohio-native experienced a full circle moment when he was asked to produce Newsboys’ Born Again album. Having worked in music nearly all his... Read More →

Stacey Willbur

Full Circle Music

Industry music publishing veteran, Stacey Willbur has worked for some of the top music publishing houses in Nashville. She started her career with EMI Christian Music Publishing where she was a part of growing the publishing team & the beginning of the WorshipTogether brand. The... Read More →

Tuesday June 16, 2020 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

SONG

8:30pm CDT

IMMERSE LIVE!

Speakers

Jackie Patillo

GMA President & Executive Director, Gospel Music Association (GMA)

Tuesday June 16, 2020 8:30pm - 9:30pm CDT
Shamblin Theatre

GENERAL

8:30am CDT

Women's Breakfast (Meal Plan Required)

Speakers

Natalie Runion

Ascension Worship

Wednesday June 17, 2020 8:30am - 9:30am CDT

GENERAL

11:45am CDT

A-List Field Trip: MERCYME STUDIO TOUR

Wednesday June 17, 2020 11:45am - 2:00pm CDT
TBA

A-LIST

12:00pm CDT

LUNCH

Wednesday June 17, 2020 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Bennett - 2nd Floor

GENERAL

1:15pm CDT

Songwriting In The Church: A "How To" for Churches Wanting To Foster A Songwriting Community

Speakers

Robby Busick

Song Manager, Bethel Music

Chris Estes

Chief Business Development Officer, Bethel Music

Wednesday June 17, 2020 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
TBA

SONG

1:15pm CDT

Lead the Team: Practical Tips for Leading Your Worship Team

Speakers

John Larson

Worship Pastor, Church of the Highlands

Wednesday June 17, 2020 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
TBA

WORSHIP

2:30pm CDT

How To Record A Song In 20 Minutes

Speakers

X O’Connor

VP of Production, Full Circle Music

While X is someone easy to turn to when you need an amazing home cooked meal, video animations, advice on crushing Overwatch, or someone to chat with about Manchester City soccer, he is best known for his skill in the studio. X started playing guitar and recording bands on cassette... Read More →

Wednesday June 17, 2020 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

SONG