Four days. Three nights. One career-defining experience. Join industry heavyweights, sync professionals, and fellow songwriters for the ultimate all-inclusive creative event — August 14–17.
Starship is the rare event that combines a world-class sync conference with a hands-on songwriting retreat — all under one roof, all inclusive. This isn't just another panel lineup. It's a living, breathing creative environment where deals get made, songs get written, and careers take off.
Sponsored by Voyager Publishing & Sync, the event features active Voyager staff on-site, scouting talent and identifying songs and writers they want to represent. Opportunity isn't just possible here — it's baked in.
At a Glance
4 days, 3 nights — August 14–17
Industry panels + open Q&A
Dedicated songwriting sessions
Elite networking environment
Voyager staff actively scouting
All-inclusive options available
Featured Speakers
Taught By the People Who Built the Industry
Starship brings together executives and creatives who have shaped the global music business at the highest levels. These aren't just speakers — they're gatekeepers, dealmakers, and visionaries ready to share what they know.
Peter Shurkin
Founder of Voyager Publishing & Sync. Former VP of Sync at BMG — one of the most influential names in all of Sync
Kate Hyman
Former VP of A&R at BMG and Warner Executive. Music industry ROYALTY — her grandfather literally acquired both sides of Warner, Music and Film.
Kaona Cheung
Previously Warner's Director of A&R for ALL of Asia and Australia. A global perspective on what it takes to break through in international markets.
Panel Sessions
Sync Panels!
Beyond individual speakers, Starship features two dedicated panel sessions with working professionals who are actively placing music right now. Bring your questions — open Q&A is part of the format.
Sync Agents Panel!
Active sync agents pull back the curtain on how pitching really works, what they're looking for, and how to build a lasting relationship with representation.
Music Supervisors Panel
Working music supervisors share exactly what lands in their inbox, what gets placed, and what makes a songwriter impossible to ignore when it's time to license.
All panels include open Q&A — your chance to ask the questions that could change your career trajectory.
Voyager Publishing & Sync
This Event Can Get You Signed
On-Site Talent Scouting
Voyager staff attend every Starship event with a clear mission: find exceptional writers and songs to represent. Your performance in the writing rooms and sessions is being noticed.
About Voyager
Voyager Publishing & Sync is the presenting sponsor of Starship — and they're not just writing checks. Founded by Peter Shurkin, a former VP of Sync at BMG, Voyager is an active, respected player in the sync licensing world. Getting on their radar at this event is a real, tangible outcome for the right writer.
The Songwriting Retreat
Write With the Best in the Room
Starship isn't just about listening — it's about creating. Dedicated songwriting sessions run throughout the weekend, pairing you with fellow songwriters and creatives in a focused, energized environment. Co-writes that happen here have a way of turning into real placements.
Evening Sessions
Friday night writing sessions from 8:30–11pm kick off the creative energy immediately after networking.
Morning Sessions
Platinum members enjoy exclusive morning writing sessions from 9am–2pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Late Night Sessions
Platinum late-night sessions run 9–11pm Saturday and Sunday — when the real magic happens.
9am–2pm — Platinum songwriting sessions 2–8pm — Sync conference panels & speakers 9–11pm — Late night platinum writing sessions
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Sunday, Aug 16 — Deep Dive
9am–2pm — Platinum songwriting sessions 2–8pm — General admission writing sessions 9–11pm — Late night platinum writing sessions
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Monday, Aug 17 — Departure
By 10am — Check-out. Leave with new songs, new contacts, and new opportunities.
Ticket Options
Choose Your Starship Experience
From single-day access to the full luxury suite, there's a pass for every level of commitment. Platinum and above includes lodging, food, and extended writing sessions.
Single Day — $100
Access to the Sync Conference for one selected day. Perfect for local attendees or those with limited availability.
Unlimited — $180
Full access to all Sync Conference sessions across all four days. The best entry-level option for the full speaker and panel experience.
Platinum — $399 / $530
All-inclusive pass with lodging (air mattress at $399, bed at $530), food, and exclusive early morning and late-night writing sessions.
VIP Room — $2,600
Entire private room with 2 beds, extra air mattresses, food, and 4 Unlimited Sync Conference tickets. Ideal for teams or groups.
Apex Suite — $3,500
The ultimate Starship experience. Private balcony in the speaker hall, champagne, food, 4 Unlimited passes, and 2 beds. Watch panels from your bed.
Why Starship
The Best Networking in Sync, Period.
Built for Real Connections
Starship is designed from the ground up to facilitate the kind of genuine connections that lead to placements, representation, and long-term creative relationships. Every element of the event — shared meals, writing rooms, late nights — creates the conditions for trust.
Access You Can't Buy Elsewhere
Where else can you co-write on Friday night, sit in a panel with three music supervisors on Saturday, and have Voyager staff evaluate your work on Sunday? Starship compresses years of networking into a single transformative weekend.
Apply Now
Your Seat at the Table Is Waiting
Spots are limited and Starship fills up fast. Whether you're chasing your first sync placement or your hundredth, this is the room where it happens. Apply now and take the next step in your sync career.
August 14–17 · Sponsored by Voyager Publishing & Sync · All-inclusive options available · Industry scouting on-site