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- $167 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (185 jobs)
I'm a music producer, composer and voice over artist for all formats including movies, tv shows, commercials, documentaries, podcasts and audiobooks. I write and produce songs with my band Olio along with other talented songwriters and artists. I love my job! I also enjoy hiking with my family, surfing and watching movies. Bio: Arif Hodzic, born in Windsor, Ontario Canada, knew music was his life at a young age. At age 3 he marched around the dining room table conducting Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture” until its completion before he would go outside and play. Started playing classical piano at 7 and studied with Norma Ramberg in Northern Virginia. Performed in recitals and festivals for 6 years. Was selected to be part of the Fairfax County Chorus and sang on his first professional album recording at age 11. Picking up the electric guitar at 14, Arif never looked back. He started writing songs and put together a band playing back yard parties and showcases. Developed his singing, guitar playing and composing and moved to California. Studied at Musician’s Institute in Hollywood, California at 17 and joined a rock band that was courted by Capitol Records. Unfortunately, the band imploded thwarting an early career in rock stardom. At 23 he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Radio/TV/Film at California State University, Long Beach and also minored in music continuing his education in composition. Today, Arif composes for film and tv and is the lead singer/guitarist in the band Olio. Olio has released 6 albums since 1999 on AD4 Records, the independent label he co-owns with bandmates DeHaven Carrington and Kelley Hill. Musical experiences include scoring promo commercials for the HBO series “True Blood” , writing and producing the theme song for America’s Got Talent juggling sensations The Passing Zone, and the films “Searching For A Storm”, “Port Town”, “Life Is Short” and “Mind Traveler.” He has also written songs for commercials (AAA, Bank of Hawaii, Geico), tv shows (Bachelorette, Prime Suspect and Tyra Banks Show), scored music for content (Primo, TrueCar, FlexPod, Six Senses, Napoleon@LArge) and for Matthew Modine’s film “One Last Score.” His guitar playing can be heard on albums by Velvet Chain, Jason Roe, Lane Lenhart, violinist David Wilson and the FBC Mass Choir. He is also the guitar player in Enrique Iglesias’ music video “Enamorado Por Primera Vez“. From 2000 to 2015, Arif continued his growth with a residency as the guitar player for FBC (Friendship Baptist Church) in Yorba Linda, California. He is featured on guitar on two CD releases by FBC that have received substantial radio airplay and great recognition in gospel music. In 2006, Arif and DeHaven co-wrote and produced the single “We Thank God For You” honoring the men and women in the armed forces. It features Sonya Griffin, Kersaundra Hall and the FBC Mass choir. Arif also collaborates with other artists and songwriters writing and producing music that speaks to the various themes explored. He believes the song dictates the musical direction and it’s his job to listen and get out of the way. Arif is extremely skilled in many styles of music – classical, electronic, acoustic, rock, gospel, funk, r&b, pop, country and jazz. He brings a rhythmic and dynamic sensibility to the projects that he is a part of. His objective is to always support the song or picture that he is scoring to. And his philosophy remains – less is more.Songwriting
Sound MixingMusic ArrangementLyrics WritingEnglishGuitar PerformanceAudio EngineeringAudio EditingAmerican English AccentMusicAudio RecordingSingingMusic ProductionMusic Composition - $60 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (29 jobs)
I have a vast array of life experiences. I am a polymath. A jack of all trades. I have tried my hand at many things and all of these experiences have given me something to say. About spirituality, about the environment, about relationship, and about the connection between all of the above. I have a degree in religion, a masters in chemistry, a doctorate in health. I have started a nonprofit, adopted three kiddos, lived all over the world, fallen in love, lost and gained spiritual beliefs. I am bilingual. Now I want to use all of that experience to create art. I love to create lyrics that make your soul sing, and pair them with melodies and harmonies that make you close your eyes and give you goose bumps. I love to take an idea and make it a reality, from the simplest jingle or children's song, to the loneliest ballad. I love to create something new, to exceed expectations, and to bring a project to life. I also love sound editing. I have a passion for podcasting, from the opening jingle to the seamless transitions to the closing call to action. I have edited hundreds of podcasts and love to make the visionary's dream come to life through sound.Songwriting
Lyrics WritingMusicSingingLyricsUkulelePodcast ProductionSound MixingJinglePodcast - $80 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (75 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.comSongwriting
Lyrics WritingMusicSound MixingAudio MasteringAudio EngineeringMusic ArrangementAudio ProductionMusic & Sound DesignMusic Production - $60 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (27 jobs)
Hey there! I'm Shane, a seasoned music producer with over 15 years of experience in the industry. With 8 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 🔸ElectronicSongwriting
Audio & Music SoftwareAudio EngineeringPiano CompositionBass GuitarSound DesignFilm EditingKeyboardLyrics WritingFilm ScoringGuitar CompositionDigital Audio RecorderMusicMusic TheoryMusic ProductionMusic Composition - $350 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (7 jobs)
Hi, my name is Benjamin Groff and I've been a music publisher for over 25 years. Some of the writer/producers/artists I've signed and / or developed over the years while at BMG, EMI Kobalt Music (and now my own publishing company, Brill Building) range from Ryan Tedder, Kelly Clarkson, Greg Kurstin, The Lumineers, Savan Kotecha, Tiesto, Cirkut (Dr. Luke's cowriter/producer), Grimes, Cut Copy, Big Freedia, One Republic, LMFAO, Ariel Rechtshaid, just to name a quick few. I'm trying out lending my coaching services on Upwork, as it relates to helping songwriters, producers and artists via a face to face hour long Skype or Google call. As a publisher, it's been my job over the last 25 years to find and nuture new global hit writing artists and writers, and many of my clients have since gone on to be multiple Grammy Award Winning recipients, Multiple Top #1 and Top 10 hits, etc. As a coach you would pay for my time, and a session would result in a video call session where we will review your material together and then you'll receive honest and constructive feedback from myself, as well as "knowledge transfer" within that time of my super secret songwriting tips and deep knowledge of what makes hit songs tick. I also was a dual major of songwriting and performance at Berklee College of Music and have also written songs on the charts. I can also provide guidance on publishing and recording deals to creative marketing, getting a record or publishing deal and general uncommon advice. This is an experiment to try to offer my services on Upwork and while my rate is high, my time if valued at $500/hour, but I'm listing $350/hour for the time being. For more on myself and credits please visit: Benjamin Groff (my personal songwriting website) Brill Building (my publishing company and current roster) We Are: The Guard (my label / music filter) Tx!Songwriting
Music CompositionMusic ProductionLyrics WritingMusic ArrangementCreative Writing - $100 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (48 jobs)
I'm a content strategist, writer, and educator. I'm here to help with scriptwriting, curriculum creation, and crafting your brand story! I have fifteen years of experience writing and executing interactive lesson plans as a teaching artist. I have developed curriculum for children ages nursery-high school, and have also written lessons for adults and families. Examples of creative curriculum include comparing/contrasting biblical heroes to superheroes, summer camp creative writing classes, and a sketch writing course satirizing religious texts. As a scriptwriter, my comedy pilot, "Bible Park," was a Comedy Genre winner with the International Screenwriter’s Association, a Top 10 Finalist with the ISA genre-busting competition, and has placed on the Coverfly Red List. My sci-fi short "387" was the Grand Prize Winner in the 2023 Scriptation Features + Shorts Competition, and my sci-fi comedy musical "The Mad Scientist's Guide to Romance, Robots, and Soul-Crushing Lonliness" was a TimeOutNY Critic's Pick for the NYC Fringe Festival. I have written for the NBC Diversity Scene Showcase, Seed & Spark, Illogic Studios, and others. I have amassed more than 2.5 million views on YouTube, and have had comedy videos featured on CollegeHumor, Gothamist, The Laughing Squid, Elite Daily, HuffPo UK, and other notable sites. I have written and produced video content for Hillel International Spoiled Media, Hello Dot NYC, and social media content for PauseMeNot, PeachyMama, and others. I have written articles/interviews for the publications Reductress, Heeb Magazine, and The Forward.Songwriting
Video ProductionShort Video AdSales WritingArticle WritingLyrics WritingScreenwritingVideo CommercialLesson Plan WritingEnglishComedyScriptHumor - $25 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (1 job)
Hello! I am a trained voice actor with a BFA in Acting from UCSB and a professional home recording studio. I have worked extensively in the voice over world, lending my voice to everything from commercial advertising, to podcasts, to IVR phone systems. I am also a photographer having studied at PCC. I own professional photography equipment, specialize in portraiture and am an experienced Photoshop editor and compositor. In addition, I am an accomplished singer-songwriter, having had original music from my band heard on major format and college radio, as well as multiple syncs on network and cable television.Songwriting
Image EditingPerforming ArtsSingingVoice-OverAdobe PhotoshopMusicDigital PhotographyLyrics WritingVoice Acting - $40 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I am a professional journalist and writer who has been in the field since 2015. I have written for New York Magazine, Playboy, Vice, BUST Magazine, Vulture, Complex, and more. Working on books is another area of expertise. I have fact-checked several books, and have also been the research director and editor for non-fiction works. I currently edit and manage a blog for a prominent comedian/influencer. I also transcribe interviews as a side gig.Songwriting
WritingSEO WritingJournalism WritingArticle WritingBlog WritingNews WritingLyrics WritingFact-Checking - $30 hourly
- 4.0/5
- (11 jobs)
For 12 years I have been living and working in Los Angeles in jobs ranging from research assistant to studio musician. Each new job brought obstacles to overcome, and I have built a career for myself out of rising to the challenge. While my main focus is writing and recording music, I am willing and able to work jobs across a variety of fields, from administrative work to creative writing. I have a catalog of ready-made music samples for the purposes of commercial, television, and film use. Most of the content I create is centered around guitar, keyboard, or vocal performance, as these are my areas of specialty. However, atmospheric tone and contemporary percussion are special interests of mine. I have a personal studio in my home where I primarily use Logic Pro, though I have experience with Pro Tools. In broader job terms, I have a strong background in Microsoft Office, iOS, and G-Suit. Creating spreadsheets to track costs and inventory was something I did for many years as a bar and restaurant manager. I also created invoices and wrote proposals as part of those management positions, as well as for my own freelance work. During my Master’s program and in my job as a residential care manager, I got experience conducting intake interviews and writing state standardized reports. Additional writings include band and artist bios, product descriptions, blog posts, short-form essays, poems and lyrics, TV and Film treatments, and editorials.Songwriting
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