EL PITCH PERFECTO Music Synchronization Pitch Competition

Deadline: 29-Sep-2026

EL PITCH PERFECTO is a competition for artists, songwriters, producers, and music professionals to present original songs for audiovisual synchronization before an international panel at BIME Bilbao. The competition provides an opportunity for participants from the global music sector to showcase original music, receive professional feedback, explore synchronization opportunities, and build connections with international industry professionals.

About EL PITCH PERFECTO

EL PITCH PERFECTO is designed for music professionals interested in the audiovisual synchronization market. The competition brings together creators and music industry professionals who want to present original songs that have potential for use in audiovisual productions.

Eligible participants may include:

- Artists. - Songwriters. - Producers. - Record labels. - Music publishers. - Managers. - Other professionals or entities working in the music sector. Participants can come from any country, provided they submit an original song for which they hold the necessary rights or authorizations. What Does the Competition Offer? The competition gives selected participants the opportunity to present their songs directly to an international panel of music and audiovisual professionals. The final event will provide opportunities for: - Presenting original songs. - Receiving professional feedback. - Connecting with international music industry professionals. - Exploring potential audiovisual synchronization opportunities. - Developing professional networks. Selection for the final does not guarantee a commercial agreement or synchronization deal. Open Online Training Sessions As part of the programme, BIME will organize two open online training sessions before the final competition.

The sessions will take place on:

- September 24, 2026 - September 25, 2026 The training sessions will focus on music synchronization and strategies for presenting songs in the audiovisual market. These online sessions are open to everyone, including people who do not participate in EL PITCH PERFECTO. How Are the Finalists Selected? After the application period closes, a professional panel will review the submitted songs and select 12 finalist songs. The selection will consider several factors, including: - Quality. - Originality. - Potential for audiovisual synchronization. - Diversity. Selected finalists will be notified by October 13, 2026. Final Event in Bilbao The final event will take place in person on October 28, 2026, in Bilbao. The 12 selected songs will be presented before an international professional panel. The event is intended to provide finalists with an opportunity to showcase their work, receive feedback, and connect with professionals working in the international music and audiovisual sectors. Who Can Apply? EL PITCH PERFECTO is open to music-sector professionals and entities from any country.

Eligible participants include:

- Artists. - Songwriters. - Producers. - Record labels. - Publishers. - Managers. - Other music professionals or entities. Applicants must submit an original song and must hold the necessary rights or authorizations to present the work. Travel and Accommodation The final competition will be held in person in Bilbao.

Participants are responsible for covering their own

- Travel expenses. - Accommodation expenses. Applicants should therefore consider these costs when deciding whether they can attend the final event. Important Conditions

Participation and selection are subject to several important conditions

- Submitted songs must be original. - Participants must hold the necessary rights or authorizations for the submitted song. - Twelve songs will be selected as finalists. - Finalists must attend the in-person event in Bilbao. - Travel and accommodation expenses are the responsibility of participants. - Selection does not guarantee a commercial agreement. - Participation does not automatically provide accreditation for the broader BIME event. - The online training sessions are open to everyone, regardless of participation in the competition. Key Facts About EL PITCH PERFECTO

- Programme: EL PITCH PERFECTO

- Event: BIME Bilbao

- Focus: Audiovisual music synchronization

- Eligibility: Artists, songwriters, producers, labels, publishers, managers, and other music professionals or entities

- Geographic eligibility: Participants from any country

- Finalists: 12 original songs

- Online training: September 24 and 25, 2026

- Finalist notification: By October 13, 2026

- Final event: October 28, 2026

- Location: Bilbao

- Travel and accommodation: Participants’ responsibility

- Commercial agreement: Not guaranteed

- BIME accreditation: Not guaranteed through selection

Frequently Asked Questions What is EL PITCH PERFECTO? EL PITCH PERFECTO is a competition that allows music creators and professionals to present original songs for potential audiovisual synchronization before an international professional panel at BIME Bilbao. Who can participate in EL PITCH PERFECTO? Artists, songwriters, producers, record labels, publishers, managers, and other music-sector professionals or entities from any country can participate. Can international participants apply? Yes. The competition is open to participants from any country, provided they submit an original song for which they have the necessary rights or authorizations. How many songs will be selected as finalists? A professional panel will select 12 finalist songs after reviewing the applications. What criteria will be used to select the finalists? The songs will be assessed based on quality, originality, synchronization potential, and diversity. When will finalists be notified? Selected finalists will be notified by October 13, 2026. When will the final take place? The final event will take place in person on October 28, 2026, in Bilbao. Are there online training sessions? Yes. Two open online training sessions will be held on September 24 and 25, 2026. They will fo