Jerry Goldsmith was a composer best known for his work in film and television scoring. Goldsmith began his music education at USC but dropped out in favor of attending Los Angeles City College, where he worked as an assistant conductor. He would go on to create scores for more than 300 movies and television programs, including Planet of the Apes, Chinatown, The Omen, The Twilight Zone, and Star Trek: The Next Generation. He was known for using unusual techniques to create unique sound effects. His awards include three Primetime Emmys and an Academy Award.