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Joseph R.

Los Angeles, California

$75/hr
5.0
48 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

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

Nis, Serbia

$15/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Do you want an original song/beat to sing or rap over OR maybe just use as background music? If you do, then you found the guy who's going to do it AS IF IT WAS HIS SONG (and real cheap)! I'm very passionate about music and I obsess about every little detail, and I ALWAYS care for each song I make as if it were my child! (yes, I know it sounds weird.) First off, here's a list of what I DON'T do: ❌ USE AI Now, here's what I DO do (haha..): ✅ I make songs from scratch, genres include (but are not limited to): Pop, Rock, Hip Hop, Funk, Metal ✅ If you want a sample-based beat I can make the sample myself (so you can rest assured no record label will sue you when your song goes multi-platinum)* ✅ I structure the song so it keeps the listener interested ✅ I mix and master songs you wrote yourself ✅ I do session work as a guitarist (record a special solo for your song, rhythm guitars, etc.) ✅ I can mix vocals for your song, or additionally mix your vocals with the song I made for you, so it sounds clean and professional (with no extra cost!)** Here's what you can expect: 💎 High-quality WAV files (44.1 or 48 kHz)*** 💎 FULLY mixed & mastered songs 💎 Stems**** 💎 Exclusive or Non-exclusive with unlimited rights***** 💎 High-quality sounds 💎 Fast delivery (4-6 days) 🍀 Rest assured, your song is in the hands of a creative and detail-obsessed maniac. Here are some FAQs, but feel free to reach out to me if you have any additional questions: * There is always a possibility for record labels to sue you for your song having a sample from their song. It can be only a snippet or a full 8-bar loop, it does not matter because they are greedy and they will find you if they want to. However, there are songs that are so old the contract with the artist and the label expired and they now fall in the Public Domain, so they are free to sample. Unless you explicitly tell me to sample a specific song, I will always make my own samples and use them for your song. ** If I made you a song without vocals, and now you want to record vocals over that same song, I will not charge extra. However, if you have a song that is already finished and you only need me to mix the vocals for it, there is a fixed price for that. *** 44.1 kHz is for distributing to streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music etc. 48 kHz is for films or videos. Unless you specify that you have a special request, I will always send a WAV file with the sample rate set accordingly for your purposes. **** Stems are separate audio tracks for each individual sound in a song. They are useful if you plan on processing them further or using only a portion of the song. ***** An Exclusive license for a song means that no one else but you can have it and only you are allowed to distribute the song. While you have unlimited usage over the song (streams, sales of physical copies, number of music videos, etc.), I am still the sole owner of it and retain the original copyright. This agreement is more expensive and I do 50/50 profit splits with this kind of deal, but I am open for negotiations. - A Non-exclusive with unlimited rights license means that you have unlimited usage over the song, but I can still sell it to other people and they too can distribute it. - The license agreements refer only to songs without vocals (beats/instrumentals). I won't sell your song with your vocals to other people. - All guitar session work is non-exclusive.

  • Music Production
  • Guitar
  • Guitar Composition
  • Guitar Performance
  • Music Composition
  • Audio & Music Software
  • Stereo Mixing
  • Stem Mixing & Mastering
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Post Production
  • Audio Production
  • Sound Mixing
  • Music & Sound Design
Felipe F.

Sao Paulo, Brazil

$38/hr
5.0
6 jobs

✦︎ Music is not just my profession, it is the craft I have committed my life to refining. 👤 Born and raised in São Paulo, Brazil, the son of Haitian and Italian immigrants, I bring cultural perspective, discipline, and refined artistic sensitivity to every project. 🎶 Grounded in both musical structure and analytical thinking, and supported by formal training in audio engineering and acoustics, I collaborate with filmmakers, developers, musicians, and content creators to transform ideas into compelling sonic experiences, including music composition, sound design, and high-quality audio post-production when required. 👏 With more than 15 years of professional experience in composition, arrangement, and music production, I create original music and immersive sound environments designed to support narrative, emotion, and artistic identity. ╰┈➤ Working at the intersection of music composition and audio production, I help clients develop complete musical solutions, from the first musical idea to the final polished track. ➜ 𝗠𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀: 🎬 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗠, 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘 & 𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 🔹 Original cinematic scoring for film and visual media 🔹 Background and underscore composition 🔹 Narrative songwriting and thematic music 🎧 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡 🔹 Scene-based sound design 🔹 Atmospheric and environmental sound creation 🔹 Music and sound integration for audiovisual projects 🎚 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 🔹 Full song production from concept to final mix 🔹 Hybrid orchestral and electronic production 🔹 Professional MIDI mockups and arrangements 🔹 Mixing and final audio delivery 🔹 Audio refinement and post-production for music and media delivery → 𝗠𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗶𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀: 🔹 DAWs: Pro Tools, Reaper 🔹 Virtual instruments and advanced MIDI programming 🔹 Professional audio editing, restoration, and production workflow: iZotope RX, Ozone 🔹 Media-oriented composition and production process 🤝 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 🔸 If you are looking for a composer and music producer who understands both the artistic and technical sides of sound, feel free to send a message and tell me about your project. I will be happy to discuss how we can bring your idea to life. 🏆 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 & 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 & 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼’𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲 The testimonials below reflect the quality, professionalism, and dedication you can expect when working with me. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An excellent bassist and sound engineer, with exceptional communication skills and creative problem-solving ability. His leadership and genuine empathy create a positive and collaborative environment. A remarkable professional destined for continued success." 𝗖𝗹𝗮́𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗮, 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 & 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I was genuinely moved when I received the work, you can immediately see the care and dedication in every detail. The result was polished and beautifully executed. I even brought it to my music school, and the teachers played it with me, an amazing experience. I’ll definitely be recommending him to other musicians." 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗶, 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿, 𝗦𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿 & 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Felipe is an exceptional musician and score editor. Whether orchestral scores or individual parts, his work is delivered with outstanding precision and professionalism. His revisions are meticulous, not a single note goes unnoticed. A professional you can truly trust." 𝗔𝗱𝘆𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗼𝗱𝗼𝘆, 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗿 & 𝗣𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Highly dedicated, committed, and extremely rigorous with deadlines and quality. The standard of work is outstanding. You truly deliver!" 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗶𝘀, 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻-𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An outstanding professional with exceptional technical skill and auditory perception for mixing and live sound. A great musician, highly skilled operator, and reliable team member who is always prepared." 𝗚𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗹, 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿

  • Music Composition
  • Film Scoring
  • Video Game Music
  • Sound Design
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Soundtrack
  • Music Production
  • Background Music
  • Ambient Music
  • Songwriting
  • Audio Production
  • Sound Mixing
  • Avid Pro Tools
  • Stem Mixing & Mastering
  • MIDI
Alexander P.

Valera, Venezuela

$20/hr
5.0
48 jobs

Do you have any recordings, melodic ideas, or improvisations that need to be converted into sheet music or editable MIDI files? With +5 years of experience, transcribing for composers, arrangers, ensembles, and session musicians, I transform complex audio into precise sheet music notation files (PDF, XML, MXL, Sibelius/Dorico/Musescore/Guitar Pro project files) and MIDI files ready for your production. I offer: 1) Precision with complex rhythms and harmonies 2) Clear and legible formatting for your rehearsals 3) Optimized MIDI files for any DAW (Cubase, FL Studio, Ableton, Logic, etc.) 4) Excellent delivery times, without compromising the quality of the work Software I use: Cubase, Sibelius, Dorico, Musescore and Guitar Pro. Let's work on your projects to get the best results!

  • Music Theory
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music Lesson
  • Music & Art Performance
  • MIDI
  • Guitar Performance
  • Music Notation
  • Sibelius
  • Sheet Music
  • Cubase
  • MuseScore
  • Guitar
Christian D.

Godoy Cruz, Argentina

$70/hr
5.0
142 jobs

**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
Mfoniso A.

Lagos, Nigeria

$30/hr
4.7
61 jobs

PROFILE DESCRIPTION 🎶 Senior Music Producer, Educator & Audio Specialist | 10+ Years Experience I work with serious clients—artists, brands, media teams, and educators—who value clarity, quality, and professional execution. My name is Mfoniso Akpan. I am a Bachelor's degree-trained music professional with over 10 years of experience in music production, songwriting, audio engineering, podcast production, broadcasting, and music education. I help clients transform ideas into polished, market-ready sound for streaming platforms, media, education, and digital products. If you are looking for cheap or rushed work, I am not the right fit. If you want clean, intentional, high-impact audio and music, we will work very well together. 🧠 What clients actually hire me for: Strong musical judgment, not guesswork Deep understanding of music theory and real-world application Broadcast and streaming-ready audio standards Clear communication and structured workflow Reliability, deadlines, and professional decision-making 🎧 Music Production & Sound Design ($50–$100/hr) I produce high-quality, custom music for artists, podcasts, media brands, film, ads, and educational platforms. Genres include Afrobeats, Hip-hop, R&B, EDM, Highlife, Pop, Jazz, Gospel, and African fusion. I work with Logic Pro X, Cubase, Reason, and FL Studio. Deliverables include full production, arrangement, editing, stems, and platform-optimised masters. ✍🏽 Songwriting & Composition I write emotionally grounded songs with clear direction and purpose, not generic templates. This includes original songs, co-writing, toplines and hooks, and music for media or sync-style use. Clients hire me when they need musical clarity, not just lyrics. 🎛️ Mixing, Mastering & Audio Optimization I deliver clean, balanced, competitive sound optimised for Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, podcasts, and radio. Ideal for clients who want their audio to sound professional immediately. 🎙️ Podcast Production & Broadcast Audio With experience in radio presenting, scriptwriting, and podcast production, I help creators and organisations sound confident, polished, and credible. Services include podcast editing, audio cleanup, intros and outros, sound design, and broadcast-ready delivery. 🎸🎷 Session Guitar & Saxophone Recording I provide professional remote recordings for acoustic and electric guitar, as well as lead and background saxophone. Perfect for songs, film cues, and premium productions that need real musicianship. 🎓 Music Education & Curriculum Design I also work with adult learners, independent musicians, music schools, and ed-tech platforms. I teach music theory, harmony, ear training, songwriting, and music production in a clear, practical, non-academic way that actually works for modern musicians. ⭐ Why high-value clients choose me Over 10 years of professional experience Degree-trained and industry-tested Strong creative and technical judgment Clear communication and reliability Comfortable working remotely with international clients 🤝 Working with me I typically work on hourly projects between $50 and $100 per hour, as well as fixed-price projects with a clearly defined scope. If your project requires musical intelligence, precision, and taste, send a message and let’s discuss your goals.

  • Music Theory
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Podcast
  • Blog Writing
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Writing
  • Audio Post Production
  • Music Arrangement
  • Songwriting
  • Content Writing
  • Audio Editing
  • Voice-Over
  • Audio Engineering
  • Creative Writing
  • SEO Writing

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