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Tai F.

Los Angeles, California

$80/hr
5.0
105 jobs

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 & Sound Design
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music Production
  • Audio Production
  • Audio Engineering
  • Audio Mastering
  • Sound Mixing
  • Music
  • Lyrics Writing
  • Songwriting
Shane B.

Los Angeles, California

$70/hr
5.0
35 jobs

Hey there! I'm Shane, a seasoned music producer with over 15 years of experience in the industry. With 10 years of expertise in recording, I'm passionate about crafting mesmerizing melodies and bringing artists' visions to life. I posess knowledge in various genres and withhold the utmost proficiency in utilizing a verity of digital audio workstations. I am committed to delivering high-quality music that exceeds clients' expectations. Let's create something extraordinary together! 🔹Multi instrumentalist 🔹Ghost Producing 🔹Song Arrangement 🔹Film Scoring & Foley 🔹Lyric Writing 🔹Mixing & Mastering 🎶Genres 🔸Rock 🔸Hip Hop 🔸Indie 🔸Jazz 🔸Orchestral 🔸Pop 🔸Electronic

  • Audio & Music Software
  • Film Scoring
  • Music Composition
  • Music Production
  • Music Theory
  • Music
  • Digital Audio Recorder
  • Guitar Composition
  • Lyrics Writing
  • Keyboard
  • Film Editing
  • Sound Design
  • Bass Guitar
  • Piano Composition
  • Audio Engineering
Joseph R.

Los Angeles, California

$75/hr
5.0
49 jobs

Composer and producer with 15+ years of experience and credits across 400+ television series, films, and global advertising campaigns. I’ve created over 1,000 cues across a wide range of styles—always with a focus on supporting picture, enhancing storytelling, and delivering emotionally effective music. My work has appeared on major networks and platforms including ABC, NBC, Fox, Bravo, BET, BBC, Discovery, History, Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon. Notable placements include the Olympics, NFL, Saturday Night Live, and extensive use across major reality programming including Keeping Up with the Kardashians. In addition to composition, I handle full-cycle audio production; mixing, mastering, sound design, and delivery; ensuring everything is broadcast-ready and competitive at a professional level. Available for select projects — respond quickly SERVICES Music Composition & Production Custom music for film, TV, ads, and digital media Film & TV scoring (narrative-driven or library) Commercials, branding, and jingles Video game music (adaptive/interactive) Podcast & YouTube music (intros, outros, beds) Audio Engineering Mixing (clarity, balance, impact) Mastering (streaming and broadcast-ready) Sound design (SFX, atmospheres, textures) Audio Editing & Post Dialogue editing for film/TV Podcast and long-form editing Audio restoration (noise, clicks, hum removal) Vocal tuning and enhancement Additional Sound branding & sonic identity Music licensing & sync-ready delivery Arranging & orchestration Remote collaboration & consulting Guitar & bass session work Why clients hire me Broadcast-level experience Fast, reliable communication Music that serves the project One-stop shop from idea to final delivery

  • Audio & Music Software
  • Audio Editing
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music Composition
  • Music Production
  • Guitar
  • Bass Guitar
  • Music Licensing
  • Audio Engineering
  • Music Theory
  • Music
  • Piano Composition
  • Audio Mastering
  • Sound Mixing
Nicholas B.

Los Angeles, California

$50/hr
5.0
23 jobs

I've listed a few of the projects I've had the pleasure to be apart of below. I've had the honor of working with artist such as Justin Bieber, The Jonas Brothers, Spencer Lee, Stevie Wonder, and a plethora of others. I take my craft very seriously and have a very quick turn around. I look forward to working! Producer- Production Company “Cliff Jumpers Music” Pianist- KJLH Performance Choir "Stevie Wonder: House of Toys" Two Piano compositions for Tyler Perry's "Have and Have Nots" Music Score for Trell Woodberry's short film "Jaded" Pianist for Leela James in season premier of TV One's "RnB Divas LA" Pianist for Ty Snow and Xtreme Purpose in season finale of Oxygen's "Fix My Choir" Pianist for Jazz band in Bristol Picture's "Flock of Four" Keyboardist/Aux Keys- Atlantic Records Super Producer “Get Cool” Keyboardist/Producer- Shady Records artist Bobby Creekwater Keyboardist/Arranger- The Spencer Lee Band

  • Music & Sound Design
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music Composition
  • Orchestration
  • Electronic Keyboard
  • Music Production
  • Rhythm & Blues
  • Musical Theatre
  • Song
  • Piano
  • Video Game Music
  • Audio Production
  • Logic Pro
  • Piano Composition
Caleb P.

Thousand Oaks, California

$60/hr
5.0
45 jobs

★ TOP RATED FREELANCER ★ 100% JOB SUCCESS ★ I am a composer and music producer representing genres across the spectrum. Music has the ability to transport the listener to an “experiential beyond” and I pride myself on working with clients to create incredible musical experiences for their projects. ♫ WHAT I DO: Composer / Producer / Musician / Engineer ♫ SELECT CLIENTS: Niantic Labs / RoboKiller / New You Media / Hybrid Entertainment / Silent Beacon / Great HealthWorks ♫ MUSIC I WRITE: Ambient / Orchestral / Electronic / Minimalist / Pop / Hip Hop / Rock / Etc. ♫ ACCESS TO: Logic Pro X / Pro Tools / Finale / Sibelius / Pro Grade Virtual Instruments / Male & Female Vocals and Voiceover Talent / Piano / Strings / Guitar / Bass ♫ SPECIALTIES: Podcast Themes / Horror Scores / Sci-Fi Scores / Commercial Production Music / Minimalist Art Scores ♫ DEGREES: MM: Music Composition, University of Idaho BA: Music Composition, Seattle Pacific University I look forward to assisting you in your original music, production or engineering needs!

  • Audio Post Production
  • Film Scoring
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music Composition
  • Ambient Sound Design
  • Music Production
  • Audio Production
  • Piano Composition
  • Audio Recording
  • Voice Talent
  • Instrumentation
Lucas S.

Canoga Park, California

$45/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I am a composer experienced with media music, performances, & music notation/engraving. If you are looking for a fresh piece of music, or looking to improve how your sheet music appears, I can help. • Experienced in Avid Sibelius, ProTools, Musescore, & Apple Logic Pro • Quick & Efficient Project Completion with a professional level of quality • Regular Communication is important, be sure to keep in touch.

  • Music & Sound Design
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music Composition
  • Music Production
  • Performing Arts
  • Music
  • Music Engraving
  • Music Lesson
  • Music Notation
  • Music Performance
  • Music Theory
  • Soundtrack
  • Audio Recording

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