The Mid-Semester Student Survey is now open, and we’d love to hear from you!
Your feedback helps us understand what’s working well and where we can do better.
Please take a few moments to share your thoughts here and help shape the future of Catalyst.
Thank you for your participation!
FelixDear Students,
We would like to inform you that our bank account name has been updated. Please note that only the account name has changed — all other bank details (IBAN, BIC, etc.) remain the same.
ACCOUNT NAME - Catalyst Institute for Creative Arts and Technology GmbH.
BANK NAME - Commerzbank AG Bank
BANK ADDRESS - Potsdamer Str. 125, 10783 Berlin
SWIFT/BIC (8-Digit) - COBADEFF or (11-Digit) - COBADEFFXXX
IBAN - DE57 1004 0000 0219 3316 01
Kindly ensure that you use the new account name for any future payments to avoid delays in processing.
If you have any questions or need confirmation before making a payment, please feel free to contact us at payments@catalyst-berlin.com.
Artistry Connect: Film Salon x Filmmakers & Movie Nerds
Wednesday 5 November, 18:30 @ Co-Lab 3
Join us for an open evening where students from film, sound, acting and VFX can share their works-in-progress, receive constructive feedback and connect across disciplines.
We’ll start with a short creative icebreaker, then move into student sharing each clip followed by focused discussion facilitated by Filmmakers & Movie Nerds.
/// Want to take part?
Submit a short link (max 4 minutes) to your project plus one line on what kind of feedback you’d like by Wednesday 5 November, 15:00
🔥 submit -> https://forms.gle/TD71Sq8mEbg6oxL3A
We’ll select 6–8 pieces to show, and everyone else is invited to attend and contribute to the conversation.
This event is open to all students across all programmes. We encourage students to use this time to connect beyond the classroom and find collaborators or support networks through our Artistry Connect.
Learn more about the Movie Nerds community -> https://movienerds.com/
/// Overview
Join us for an evening dedicated to the essentials of music distribution with iMusician. Designed for music students, emerging artists, and professionals, this session will explore how music moves through today’s digital landscape.
/// Topics include
/// Guest speaker
Carlos Cordero, Catalyst alumnus and team member at iMusician, a Zurich- and Berlin-based digital music distributor supporting independent artists worldwide. Presentation will be followed by an open Q&A session.
/// Why attend
Gain a clear understanding of the business side of music and take away practical insights from someone who has successfully bridged study and industry.
/// More about iMusician
Based in Berlin and Zurich, iMusician is a digital music distributor empowering independent artists and labels worldwide. Founded in 2008 with a mission to reshape the music industry, iMusician provides the tools artists need to grow their careers and make an impact. The company distributes music to over 200 platforms—including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music—and offers services ranging from promotion and mastering to artist support and expert mentorship.
RSVP here!
Most Wanted: Music, Berlin’s festival on the future of music biz, is taking place again! November 12-14, located at Kulturbrauerei
/// Two ways to get involved
Call for Volunteers
"Interested in looking behind the scenes of MW:M24? We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who wish to gain practical experience at a festival and connect with key figures in the music industry. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to learn the ins and outs of organizing and executing a professional event. For more information, visit our website. You´ll find our volunteer form -> https://mwm-berlin.de/call-for-volunteers/ " - message from MW: Music
Join the Catalyst field trip
Samaquias will be taking a group of students to attend the music business conference, if you'd like to attend and receive a super discounted ticket to the event fill than write samaquias@catalyst-berlin.com by November 9. Minimum of 10 students needed for discount to be available! Cash deposit required for rsvp.
If you want to join separately you can access the student discounted ticket without the additional 20% off mentioned above then access those tickets on the Most Wanted website.
/// About
Last year, MW:M’s motto was *Humanize!* – a call to action to place people at the center of everything the music industry does. In 2024, those people have disruptive technologies and novel tactics to create and grow as never before… and prosper in a way they deserve. This year, we say: *Monetize!* MW:M24 will explore how an industry posting record profits can become kinder, fairer, cleaner, more efficient, and more inventive – while ensuring that everyone makes money.