Christian Zabala is a Music Supervisor at Format Entertainment, where he brings a sharp curatorial ear and a deep understanding of both music and storytelling to his work across film, television, and interactive media.

Originally from Seattle, Christian’s journey in music began as a DJ and producer in the local Hip-Hop and R&B scenes—an early hands-on experience that shaped his creative approach and passion for connecting sound with culture. After graduating from Seattle University, he began his professional career at PlayNetwork, crafting in-store music experiences for brands like Starbucks, Adidas, NYX Cosmetics, and Alaska Airlines.

His move to Los Angeles marked a transition into the world of music supervision and licensing, starting with Universal Music Publishing Group, where he handled music clearance for independent film and television projects. Since joining Format Entertainment, Christian has worked across a wide range of productions including Devil May Cry, The Fall of the House of Usher, The Rookie, and Call Me Kat.

He also plays a key role in the supervision of Marvel’s Disney+ slate, with credits on high-profile titles such as X-Men ’97, Echo, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, and Vision Quest. His ability to navigate the creative and logistical demands of music supervision in complex franchises has made him a trusted partner for studios and creators alike.

Christian’s background, spanning grassroots artistry to major studio projects, gives him a uniquely grounded yet forward-looking perspective in today’s sync landscape.