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Michael Q.

San Diego, California

$50/hr
5.0
204 jobs

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 studio as a producer/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.

  • Video Game Music
  • Music Production
  • Audio Effects
  • Remix
  • Background Music
  • Ableton Live
  • Audio Production
  • Music Composition
  • Audio Engineering
  • Hiphop
  • House Music
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Audio Editing
  • Dance Music
  • Sound Design
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

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

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

Brea, California

$45/hr
5.0
10 jobs

I'm a music composer and sound designer experienced in video games and scoring to picture. I can produce and help implement original music and sound for your project.

  • Video Game Music
  • Music Composition
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Music Engraving
  • Music Arrangement
  • Film Scoring
  • Implementation
Jamisen S.

Bonsall, California

$25/hr
5.0
9 jobs

Jamisen Sayler a film composer with experience writing music for projects in many genres including drama, horror, action, and romance. Jamisen is also an orchestrator, copyist, and experienced piano and saxophone player.

  • Music Composition
  • Piano
  • Saxophone
  • Music Notation
  • Orchestration
  • Finale
  • Logic Pro
  • Sibelius
Justin B.

Los Angeles, California

$55/hr
5.0
189 jobs

Hello! My name is Justin. I am a Grammy Nominated Audio Engineer and songwriter. For over 15 years, I have worked full time in the music and film/tv industries as a self employed audio professional. Much of my time is spent working on music related projects and post-production for video content. On the music side I have co-written and co-produced tracks with Steve Aoki, Kid Cudi, Lil Jon, Will.I.Am, LMFAO, Fall Out Boy and dozens of others. Music that I have written and engineered has been on the radio and tv around the world. On the film and tv side I have worked as a sound designer, editor and mixer for all sorts of projects including wide-release films, television shows and web-related content. My goal is to deliver perfection to my clients so that their work shines in its best light. Here are a few career highlights Co-writer/Co-producer for "I'm In The House" by Steve Aoki (#3 On UK Dance Charts) Grammy Nomination for "Wonderland" by Steve Aoki (co-writer and engineer) "High School Record" A film that I did all of the sound for was accepted into the Sundance Film Festival "The Trivial Pursuits Of Arthur Banks" a web series produced by AMC for which I did all of the post production sound. I am an expert with over a decade of experience in the following Mac OS software DAWs Pro Tools 12 Logic Pro X Ableton 10 My main studio features the following gear: Universal Audio Apollo Interface with a suite of UAD plugins Focal CMS65 Monitors Euphoix Artist Mix Many classic synths including Roland Juno 106, Vintage Arp Odyssey, Yamaha DX7, Original Novation BassStation, and more.

  • Video Game Music
  • Music Production
  • Audio Editing
  • Audiobook
  • Audio Effects
  • Dialogue Editing
  • Logic Pro
  • Avid Pro Tools
  • Audio Post Production
  • Jingle
  • Ableton Live
  • Music Composition
  • Sound Mixing
  • Background Music
  • Audio Production

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