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Music Exec Joins WME to Boost Visual Media
27 May
Summary
- Ollie Fitzgerald joins WME from Cool Music, bolstering their music roster.
- Fitzgerald has a history of representing prominent composers in film and TV.
- WME's Music for Visual Media department has a strong track record with Oscars.
WME has significantly bolstered its Music for Visual Media department with the hiring of Ollie Fitzgerald. Fitzgerald, formerly of Cool Music, brings extensive experience representing leading composers for film, television, and gaming.
His background includes leadership roles at Oxford University Press's music division and experience at Abbey Road Studios. Fitzgerald graduated from Brunel University with a music degree, specializing in composition and performance.
"Ollie has identified and elevated the careers of some of the most exciting emerging composers and artists working in visual media today," stated Rainey, highlighting Fitzgerald's curatorial instinct and industry relationships. This addition enhances WME's footprint in London and its client services.
WME's Music for Visual Media roster features acclaimed artists such as Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross and Jonny Greenwood. The department has an impressive history at the Academy Awards, securing seven of the last eight Best Score Oscar wins.
