Music supervisors are looking for songs that they can use as is, without re-editing. The quality of your songs, production wise, should be what is considered "broadcast quality". Broadcast quality songs are higher quality than demos, but not necessarily as good as a professional recording. Home studio recordings are fine, but they need to be well produced. All of the songs I have had placed were done in home studios, and most of them were recorded in Pro Tools.
One of the publishers I've worked with has suggested that the quality of productions is as important, if not more important, than the actual song itself. The TV/Film niche of the music business is certainly easier to break into than the recording industry, but it is still competitive. Like in any competitive industry the highest quality product tends to rise to the top. So be sure that the songs you are submitting are well produced.
If production isn't your forte, I suggest you partner with other producers and engineers who can help you produce better quality tracks. I've collaborated with several producers successfully who have helped me record tracks for no money upfront, in exchange for a percentage of back end royalties I've received. These kinds of arrangements are great because they allow you to get your songs recorded the right way, without a huge outlay of money upfront. If you don't already have relationships with producers who are open to working this way, check out musician forums on sites like Craigslist. I've met several great producers this way who I've gone on to create successful long term relationships with.
About this Author
Aaron Davison is a Berklee College Of Music Alumnus who has been working in the music business for over ten years. His songs have been heard on a variety of television shows and he has performed live throughout the world. Visit Aaron's website, http://www.howtolicenseyourmusic.com, for more information on getting your songs placed in TV and Film.
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