Black and white promotional poster for 'Music In Ads Camp' event, featuring large text and logos of Assemble Sound and The Music District.

Join Assemble Sound for Music in Ads Camp, a two-day immersive experience focused on writing short songs for ads. Designed for Northern Colorado-based musicians, composers, songwriters, and producers looking to break into the world of ad music.

Happening July 31 and August 1, 2026, in Fort Collins, CO, this camp combines hands-on writing to brief, collaborative feedback, and real-world industry insight. Over two full days, participants will explore the art of custom composition for advertising through educational fireside chats, group critique sessions, and one major challenge: writing original music to a professional creative brief from a live marketing campaign. 

This is a rare chance to: 

  • Learn how music for ads really gets made, from pitch to placement 

  • Collaborate with fellow creatives in your community 

  • Get direct feedback from industry professionals 

Meals and beverages will be provided; spots are limited. 

Applicants must live in Northern Colorado and have reliable transportation to Fort Collins for both full days.


APPLICATIONS FOR THE SUMMER 2026 PROGRAM ARE NOW CLOSED.

THIS PROGRAM IS FOR AGES 18+

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