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Tequoia K.

Greensboro, North Carolina

$20/hr
5.0
31 jobs

Hello... If you're looking for: • Song Writing • Music Production • Voice Over/ Voice Actor • Mixing/ Mastering/ Engineer • Jingle Creation .. and everything in between.... I specialize in music and voice. I do everything from Voicing commercials, to YouTube channels, to voicing cartoon characters. I have written and rap/sung over 180 works in the past year... During my first official year of business in 2025. When I finally decided screw it.... I'm just gonna pour my all into getting my business up. Upwork has been a great platform in all of that. Among the others I'm on. I want to be a better artist, so I consider everything I do here with my voice to be a learning experience for what my main goal is. I want to explore my limits as a voice, and as a producer. And so everything I do, I do with quality, respect, and reliability. Because excellence improves me. It is my pleasure to treat every client's project with the care it deserves. And I would like to keep that going. I am a rap coach as well, so I like to keep my skills as sharp as possible. I've written everything from Trap, to BoomBap music, to Pop, to Kids songs, to Gospel, to business Jingles.. on every subject from hate to love I can do any style... I'm going for a 5 star customer experience.. every time. So let's start today... We can talk here through message, or we can set up a phone meeting and I will listen as best I can to fulfill your desired result.

  • Songwriting
  • Music Production
  • Performing Arts
  • Music
  • Music & Art Performance
  • Song
  • Hiphop
Petar R.

Nis, Serbia

$15/hr
5.0
3 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.) 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. ** 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
Mateo C.

Monroeville, Pennsylvania

$60/hr
5.0
53 jobs

MUSIC PRODUCTION | MUSIC PRODUCER | SONGWRITER | MUSIC COMPOSER | BEAT MAKER "Mateo, is hands down the best producer you're going to get! He worked with me on every stage of my song to make my vision come to life. I couldn’t be more thankful to him and the work he provided. The man’s a true genius! I’m not only a fan of his work but a fan of him as an artist. For real, if you want your song to be a banger. GO TO MATEO!" "Mat is really professional and exquisite in his sound choices. He is able to pick out the closest instrumentals and chord progression that matches with the artist vision. He doesn’t hesitate to provide opinions and feedback, pushes the the artist to venture out of his comfort zones" I specialize in Pop, Hip-Hop, Trap and Indie. I've worked with a wide range of Singer-Songwriters and Artists. HIGH LEVEL TECHNICAL & MUSICAL EXPERTISE I implement/create samples, vocals, effects, percussion loops, baselines and beats -- whatever it takes to make you sound polished and excellent. LET THE MUSIC SHOWCASE YOUR BRAND. I specialize in highly personalized, hands-on Professional Music Production Services. 9+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE in Songwriting, Mixing & Mastering for Musicians, Businesses, Animations and more. I also have a background in LATIN beats, sounds, and rhythms if you want to add some spice to your tracks.

  • Songwriting
  • Soundtrack
  • Music Composition
  • Ambient Music
  • Song
  • Rap
  • Hiphop
  • Singing
  • Audio Production
  • Lyrics Writing
  • Stem Mixing & Mastering
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audio Engineering
  • Vocal Tuning
Sasanka G.

Colombo, Sri Lanka

$25/hr
5.0
10 jobs

Hello, I’m Sasanka, a professional music producer, composer, and guitarist from Sri Lanka with over 7 years of experience creating original music for films, TV commercials, advertisements, and independent artists. My journey began with the guitar, but over the years I’ve grown into a full-scale music creator—producing cinematic scores, ambient textures, emotional soundtracks, and commercial-ready music that connects with audiences. What I Offer: • Film Scoring & Background Music – cinematic, emotional, and story-driven compositions. • TV & Advertising Music – memorable, brand-focused soundtracks for commercials and jingles. • Music Production & Arrangement – complete production services in multiple genres (ambient, cinematic, acoustic, pop, lo-fi, and more). • Professional Guitar Recording – acoustic, electric, and ambient layers recorded with studio-quality tone. • Sound Design & Ambient Composition – immersive sonic landscapes and textures. Why Work With Me: 01. 7+ years of professional experience in composition, arrangement, and production 02. Skilled in delivering industry-quality soundtracks and scores 03. Deep understanding of emotion, pacing, and atmosphere in film and commercial music 04. Reliable, collaborative, and committed to meeting deadlines Whether you need cinematic film music, TV ad music, or emotive acoustic compositions, I’ll bring your vision to life with precision and creativity. Let’s collaborate to craft music that tells your story and leaves a lasting impact.

  • Songwriting
  • Guitar
  • Ambient Music
  • Music Composition
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music Production
  • Acoustic Music
  • Audio Recording
  • Session Recording
  • Guitar Composition
  • Rock Music
  • Pop Rock
  • Song
  • Film Scoring
  • Music Track
Tai F.

Los Angeles, California

$80/hr
5.0
107 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

  • Songwriting
  • Music Production
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Audio Production
  • Music Arrangement
  • Audio Engineering
  • Audio Mastering
  • Sound Mixing
  • Music
  • Lyrics Writing
Ernesto O.

Cuernavaca, Mexico

$15/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I’m a professional musician, composer and DJ with 8 years of experience in jazz & electronic music. In the present I’m studying by my own music production. If you want to make a song, create a beat, arrange a tune or learn about contemporary music, I can be the one. -Write a full arrangement or song in a music sheet (MuseCore). -Create, record and produce a song/beat (Ableton Live Suite). -Teach about contemporary music concepts. -Create and record DJ sets of any genre.

  • Music
  • Music Composition
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music Production
  • Guitar
  • Music Theory
  • DJing
  • DJ Software
  • MuseScore
  • Music Notation
  • Music Lesson
  • Teaching
  • Music Performance
  • Video Editing
  • Audio Editing

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How to Hire Top Songwriters

What is a songwriter?

A songwriter is an individual who uses their creative talents to write music and lyrics for a finished musical piece. The best songwriters are capable of creating music and lyrics for a variety of genres, including pop, rock, country, R&B, rap, and alternative, and are able to do so for a variety of purposes.

How do you hire a songwriter?

You can source songwriting talent on Upwork by following these three steps:

  • Write a project description. You’ll want to determine your scope of work and the skills and requirements you are looking for in a songwriter.
  • Post it on Upwork. Once you’ve written a project description, post it to Upwork. Simply follow the prompts to help you input the information you collected to scope out your project.
  • Shortlist and interview songwriters. Once the proposals start coming in, create a shortlist of the professionals you want to interview. 

Of these three steps, your project description is where you will determine your scope of work and the specific type of songwriter you need to complete your project.

How much does it cost to hire a songwriter?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced songwriter may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their songwriting services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project. 

How do you write a songwriter job post?

Your job post is your chance to describe your project scope, budget, and talent needs. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

Job post title

Create a simple title that describes exactly what you’re looking for. The idea is to target the keywords that your ideal candidate is likely to type into a job search bar to find your project. Here are some sample songwriter job post titles:

  • Need a short song created for my pet goldfish
  • Technology company needs catchy jingle for new product launch
  • Recording artist needs new songs for upcoming album

Project description

An effective songwriter job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From lyric writing to melody creation, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain genres, purposes, or styles, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Songwriter job responsibilities

Here are some examples of songwriter job responsibilities:

  • Write original lyrics to accompany new music
  • Create jingle for new product launch
  • Write original music for series of poems to create new songs

Songwriter job requirements and qualifications

Be sure to include any requirements and qualifications you’re looking for in a songwriter. Here are some examples:

  • Experience writing popular songs for popular recording artists
  • Portfolio of catchy jingles for product commercials
  • Ability to write catchy pop songs for K-pop audience