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Buenos Aires, Argentina
Im a music producer, composer and audio editor (mix and master). Also i work as a storyteller or announcer. I am specialized in synth playing, sound design and synthesis. I can work with all kind of audio, enhancing the quality, mixing and mastering. I can compose and produce genres like pop, electronic, hip hop, rock, soul and more.
- Music
- Sound Mixing
- Audio Mastering
- Music Production
- Audio & Music Software
- Audio Editing
- Sound Design
- Audio Post Production
- Audio Recording
- Synthesizer
- Vocal Music
- Music Track
- Audio Production
- Narration
San Diego, California
Need music that actually sounds like a hit? With 20+ years as a music producer, composer, and audio engineer, I turn raw ideas into polished, release-ready tracks — across any genre, any style, any deadline. What sets me apart isn't just the gear or the plugins — it's the full-spectrum experience. I've been on stage as a touring artist, behind the board as an engineer, and in the booth as a composer. That means I understand your music the way a collaborator does, not just a technician. I work in Ableton Live 12 and with a deep library of instruments and state-of-the-art plugins, so no sound is out of reach. Here's what I can do for you: 🎵 Full music production — original compositions from scratch in any genre (EDM, pop, cinematic, hip-hop, house, dubstep, drum & bass, game music, and more) 🎚️ Mixing & mastering — professional polish that translates on every speaker and streaming platform ✂️ Audio editing — vocal sync, cleanup, timing correction, and post-production 🎧 Background music — custom tracks for social media, podcasts, ads, and video content 🎮 Video game music — adaptive, loopable, and emotionally on-point 👨🏫 Production mentoring — guiding beginners and seasoned producers to level up their craft 175+ completed projects on Upwork with a 5 star rating and Top Rated status. Clients range from independent artists and podcasters to game developers and brand agencies. Over 20 years in the industry — as a DJ, touring artist, and studio professional — means I've seen every kind of project and know how to deliver. Send me a message and describe what you're working on — I typically respond within a few hours and can usually give you a timeline and rough quote the same day.
- Music Production
- Music Composition
- Audio Engineering
- Audio Effects
- Remix
- Background Music
- Ableton Live
- Audio Production
- Hiphop
- House Music
- Music & Sound Design
- Audio Editing
- Dance Music
- Video Game Music
- Sound Design
Batumi, Georgia
19 years of experience in music production. One of Upwork's top 3% freelancers. Frustrated that most producers always show the "after" and never the "before"? I'll show you both. I have an extensive portfolio with BEFORE vs AFTER examples showcasing my music production, vocal processing, audio editing, mixing and mastering skills. ♦️Mixing and Mastering♦️ I can mix and master anything to industry standards regardless of genre or style. • I will make your track sound just as loud, dense and bright as the rest of your playlist; • I will smooth out all the unpleasant frequencies so that everything blends in perfectly; • I will work on creating multiple sound dimensions within the song using various types of space and stereo processing; • I will make sure that all the elements are equally audible and have their own place in the mix. ♦️Advanced Vocal Production♦️ Have a good singing voice and decent recording equipment but your vocals never sound like what you hear in your favorite songs? By using a combination of various advanced vocal mixing and editing techniques I can solve that problem. • I can manually tune the vocals to make them sound exactly on pitch while still very natural (with Melodyne and Antares); • I can fix all the timing issues and make sure that all the vocal layers are perfectly aligned (with Revoice Pro); • I can do doubling (if you provide multiple takes) to make the vocals sound wide and rich. • I can make sure your vocals are crisp and stable in terms of volume and frequency spectrum (with EQ, multiband compression, limiting and saturation). • I can make your recording sound bigger, more life-like and multi-layered by applying different kinds of reverb and delay. • I can reduce excessive breath and sibilance. While mixing vocals is tedious to most producers, it's oddly satisfying to me. This is why it's one of my strongest suits. ♦️Music Production♦️ Over the years of working as a freelancer I've become quite versatile as a producer and have mastered the techniques needed to compose, arrange, produce and remix a whole variety of genres and styles from scratch, including: • All kinds of EDM - House (Slap House, Deep House, Future House, Progressive House, Electro House, Tropical House), Trance (Progressive Trance, Uplifting Trance), Midtempo, Bigroom, Future Bass; • Retro (Synthwave, Synthpop, Disco, Cyberpunk); • Chill (Lo-fi, Ambient, Meditation Music); • Acoustic (Piano, Cinematic, Trailer Music); • Hip-hop, Trap; • Anything Pop. I’ll make a track around your lyrics or melodies in any of these styles even if it's just a rough idea recorded on your phone. I have music in my portfolio in all of these genres - just tell me if you're interested in hearing a particular style. I've used the skills listed above to make music and process various kinds of audio for music-related apps, businesses and my own creative projects. I've ghost-produced for other artists, had my music released on record labels, and I’d be happy to help you translate your vision into a polished, competitive and radio-ready product as well.
- Dance Music
- EDM
- Ableton Live
- Popular Music
- Celemony Melodyne
- Video Game Music
- Remix
- Stem Mixing & Mastering
- Audio Production
- Music Arrangement
- Audio Mastering
- Audio Post Production
- Audio Editing
- Vocal Tuning
Los Angeles, California
Website: taimakesnoise.com Some relevant credits: - Superbowl LVI T-MOBILE ad - M3GAN - Universal movie - NETFLIX brand New Cherry Flavor - MICROSOFT, Pride 2021 Together We Can - Hundreds of episodes for TV shows like Dynasty, Go-Big Show, Superstore, and many more Tai Fronzaroli is an LA-based Music Producer, Composer and Mixing Engineer. He was born and raised in Florence, Italy and graduated from Luigi Cherubini Conservatory in "Music Tech". Naturally, he loves cooking in his free time- in true Italian fashion. In 2010, he founded the SevenStudio recording studio in Florence, where he has worked with a range of artists and produced numerous records. In 2012, he also founded the live music venue Cycle Club, which has featured hundreds of performers from around the world. He doesn’t come from a musical family but began his first music project with some friends when he was 13. He hasn’t stopped since. After graduating from UCLA in "Independent Music Production", Tai has been working with upcoming artists and producers in Los Angeles, creating placements for TV shows, films, and music libraries. He finds collaboration with other artists of the utmost value to him and his growth potential. To him, having fun brings a project’s sound to the next level. full credit list on my website taimakesnoise.com
- Music
- Music Production
- Music & Sound Design
- Audio Production
- Music Arrangement
- Audio Engineering
- Audio Mastering
- Sound Mixing
- Lyrics Writing
- Songwriting
Godoy Cruz, Argentina
**If you want quality, creativity, and fluency, I am your perfect candidate!** I am a passionate Composer, Music Producer and Audio Engineer. I belong to a recognized family of musicians, and I have studied since the age of 4 in prestigious theaters and conservatories studying piano, choir, drums, percussion, harmony, composition, orchestral conducting, and audio engineering. **I have worked online for many years, and ALWAYS received positive feedback on my work** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For more than 15 years I have been creating original music, sound effects and audio solutions for short films, video games, commercials, and Apps for companies such as Cartoon Network, Google, Mincon, Harkh, G&W, Purple Fish and Nissan. I look forward to working with you and I'll always meet your specific needs. I love building new professional relationships, so don't hesitate to reach out to me.
- Ambient Music
- Music Production
- Song
- Video Game Music
- Jingle
- Sound Mixing
- Audio Production
- Music Arrangement
- Orchestration
- Audio Editing
- Audio Engineering
- Music & Sound Design
- AI-Generated Audio
Singapore, Singapore
Music Producer + Audio Engineer with a decade of professional experience working with both Studio and Live Music/Audio. Music and Audio Graduate with Sennheiser Scholarship Experienced in all Pop, Rock, Metal, Indie, Hip-hop, Rnb, Trap, Electronic, EDM, Oriental Music genres. Worked with 500+ local and international clients, both offline and online. Done multiple languages (English, Chinese, Chinese Dialects, Malay, Tagalog, Tamil, Vietnamese) Proficient in Ableton, Melodyne, Izotope RX, Serum, Kontakt, Synthesizer V Skill set: - Music Production - Music Composition - Audio Mixing and Mastering - Audio Post Production - Vocal Production - Vocal Recording - Manual Pitch Correction - Vocal AI synthesis - Noise Removal
- Music Production
- Stem Mixing & Mastering
- Sound Mixing
- Audio Mastering
- Audio Post Production
- Celemony Melodyne
- Vocal Tuning
- Noise Reduction
- Sound Design
- Sound Synthesis
- Synthesizer
- Audio Recording
- Music Arrangement
- Music Composition
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Music producer hiring guide
Music producers shape the sound of your tracks from initial concept to final master. They bring technical expertise, creative direction, and industry knowledge to transform your musical ideas into professional, release-ready recordings. Whether you need a beat maker for hip-hop, a full-service producer for an album, or mixing and mastering for completed tracks, skilled professionals can design the specific sound you’re after.
What does a music producer do?
A music producer oversees both the creative and technical aspects of music creation, ensuring the final recording aligns with the artist's vision. Their expertise ranges from arranging song structures and coaching vocal performances to managing recording sessions and finalizing the mix.
Depending on the project scope, music producers can provide:
Creative direction including song arrangement, instrumentation choices, and sound design
Technical execution such as recording session management, editing, mixing, and mastering
Collaboration with artists, session musicians, and audio engineers to achieve a cohesive sound
Project management involving budget oversight, timeline coordination, and studio scheduling
From podcast production to commercial soundtracks to full album creation, music producers adapt their approach based on project needs.
How to hire a music producer on Upwork
Finding the right music producer starts with a clear project vision. Upwork's platform makes it easy to connect with producers worldwide, review their work, and collaborate securely.
Step 1: Post a job
A well-crafted job post connects you with producers who specialize in your genre and understand your creative vision.
Describe your project scope (e.g., "Need a hip-hop producer for a 10-track album") and timeline
List must-have skills like Pro Tools expertise or specific genre experience
Include reference tracks to help candidates understand your vision
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Step 2: Evaluate candidates
Assessing music producers requires listening critically to their previous work and verifying that their production style aligns with your goals.
Browse proposals and filter by genre expertise
Review portfolios by listening to sample tracks across different genres
Check their technical setup, including DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Ableton Live
Check Job Success Scores and talent badges, indicating sustained performance and customer satisfaction
Read client testimonials for comments on reliability and communication style
You can use Upwork’s instant video interviews to screen applicants for a best-fit shortlist. Uma can help evaluate proposals with side-by-side comparisons
Step 3: Interview your top choices
Direct conversations reveal how well a producer's creative approach complements your vision.
Ask about their creative process and how they handle feedback
Discuss preferred equipment and typical turnaround times
Request a brief paid sample or discuss their approach to a similar past project
Upwork Messages allows you to schedule and conduct live video interviews on the platform, with call transcripts and summaries available after the calls.
Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work
Before starting the work, use Upwork tools to agree on a firm contract. Establishing a structured workflow ensures your project stays on track.
Define clear deliverables and payment terms
Use a fixed-price contract for defined projects like single tracks or EPs or hourly for ongoing collaborations.
Set milestones tied to project phases like beat approval, rough mix, and final master
Use the contract workroom to share files and track progress
Rely on payment protection to ensure project funds are secured in escrow until you approve the work
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How much does hiring a music producer cost?
On Upwork, the cost to hire a music producer generally ranges from $30-$65 per hour. Rates vary based on project scope and deliverables and the individual’s experience level. Many producers offer package deals for multitrack projects.
Use these typical cost ranges to help estimate a budget for your project needs:
Single track production
$500-$2,500 /project
- Beat creation
- Arrangement
- Basic mixing for one song
EP production (3-5 tracks)
$2,000-$10,000 /project
- Full production of 3-5 songs
- Recording direction
- Mixing
Album production (10-12 tracks)
$10,000-$50,000+ /project
- Complete album production
- Original compositions
- Full mastering
Mixing and mastering only
$200-$800 /project
- Professional mixing of prerecorded tracks
- Mastering for streaming
Ongoing production retainer
$2,000-$8,000 /month
- Monthly production support
- Priority scheduling
- Consultation
FAQs about music producers
Frequently asked questions
Is hiring a music producer worth it?
For most artists, hiring a music producer is worth it, especially if you want professional-quality sound and creative guidance. A skilled producer brings technical expertise and industry knowledge that would take significant time to develop on your own. They can elevate song quality, fix arrangement issues, and ensure your tracks meet streaming platform standards. The investment often pays off in better listener reception and increased credibility.
What should I look for in a music producer?
When hiring a music producer, look for technical skill, creative chemistry, and strong communication. A good producer should have deep knowledge of your genre, be proficient in industry-standard DAWs, and demonstrate solid understanding of music theory. Review their portfolio carefully by listening to finished, professionally released tracks. Check whether they’re comfortable with your level of creative input.
Do I need a music producer or an audio engineer?
A music producer helps shape creative direction, song structure, and overall vibe, while an audio engineer focuses on technical aspects like mic placement and recording sessions. Many producers also handle engineering tasks in DAWs like Pro Tools or Logic. For projects involving live musicians or full bands, hiring both a producer and an engineer may deliver better results.
Can a music producer help me as a songwriter?
Yes, many music producers act as collaborators, arrangers, and cowriters providing support for songwriters. If you have lyrics and melodies but need help building instrumentation, a producer can bring your ideas to life. Think of how producers like Max Martin or Pharrell Williams shaped the careers of artists like Taylor Swift and Katy Perry.
How do I find a music producer?
To find a music producer, start by identifying your genre and project goals. Look for producers with experience in those areas whose portfolios demonstrate the sound you want. Check streaming credits if available and review client testimonials for reliability. Using a dedicated work marketplace allows you to compare multiple candidates and review verified work history.
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