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EPISODE · May 15, 2026 · 30 MIN

Episode 119: Hallie Nissenbaum—Finding Her Rhythm In The Film Industry Through Music Supervision

from The Zicast · host Ryan Ziaks

On Episode 119, I’m joined by Aspiring Music Supervisor: Hallie Nissenbaum! We discuss how she found her rhythm in the film industry through music supervision, the logistical and budgetary side of licensing music for movies, the technical differences between narrative and documentary filmmaking, and more! Hope you enjoy!Hosted by: Ryan ZiaksTechnical Directed by: Presley Schmitt The Zicast Logo Designed by: Joe FlynnThe Zicast Intro Designed by: Jose Sarango The Zicast Score Composed By: Sean Valutkevich Thumbnail Designed by: Patrick Sorbero#MusicSupervision #FilmIndustry #MusicInFilm #WomenInFilm #BehindTheScenes #FilmProduction #MusicLicensing #DocumentaryFilmmaking #Soundtrack #FilmScore #MarvelCinematicUniverse #MCU #QuinnipiacUniversity #QU31 #QuinnipiacBobcats #GradStudentLife #ClassOf2026 #CollegeToCareer #CareerJourney #MusicCareer #IndustryInsights #CreativeCareer #Mentorship #KindnessInIndustry #ComingOfAge #Storytelling #MediaProfessional #DigitalCommunity #FilmStudent #MusicLovers00:00 — Welcome to Episode 119!00:35 — About Hallie 01:34 — Where her Passion for Film and Music Began04:15 — Understanding the Role of a Music Supervisor05:02 — The Realities of Music Licensing & Budgeting06:08 — Working as an Assistant Director on the Documentary "Solo"07:53 — Key Differences Between Narrative and Documentary Filmmaking17:38 — Hallie's Dream "Cut to Credits" Song18:18 — The Emotions of Graduating Twice by Age 2121:01 — Get to Know You's24:41 — Industry Insights from the Marvel Cinematic Universe30:32 — Outro & Closing Thoughts

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