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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
Nicholas B.

Los Angeles, California

$50/hr
5.0
24 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
Michael Q.

San Diego, California

$50/hr
5.0
213 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
Kameron R.

San Francisco, California

$45/hr
5.0
211 jobs

🏆 Top 1% Expert-Vetted Music Producer, Sound Designer and Creative Direction on Upork - 100% Job Success Score - Invited Member on the Microsoft Talent Cloud, Design and Creative Team - Invited Member on the Netflix Talent Cloud - Multiple Emmy Award Winning Clients - Award Winning “5-Star ★ Top Rated” by UpWork - Globally Acclaimed, 190+ clients from 22+ countries - Twice Crowned “Best of The Year” by Thumbtack Music and Sound can make or break your project. Let me help you create your signature sound. I use my Award Winning expertise to thoughtfully craft your original experience to win the hearts of your audience. ✓ "What a genius! He intuitively knows the kind of sound you want and is very easy going to work with. Would definitely hire again!" ✓ “Kameron is a genius in music, it is amazing! He finished the job efficiently and successfully. I love the song, thank you so much!" ------------------- I have had the pleasure to work with 310+ clients & brands, 100+ games & apps amounting to 790+ million downloads, numerous films and for many artists. I solidified my place in audio legacy by being twice crowned “Best of The Year” by Thumbtack and “Top 1% Expert Vetted, 5-Star Top Rated” by UpWork for my high-quality work, excellent client testimonials and building an impressive reputation. My musical projects have gained critical acclaim reaching over 135 countries and hitting #1 on SoundCloud. I have released music on 5 record labels and been featured in 13 compilations with professional releases on Spotify, iTunes and Beatport. Education: - Music Production, Songwriting & Improvisation at Berklee College of Music - Sound Design at Emory University - Programming for Musicians and Digital Artists at the California Institute of the Arts - Classical Music Composition at National University of Singapore ✓ “Kameron's talent and creativity are outstanding. I can't imagine doing another project like this without Kameron in charge of the music and sound effects. A truly gifted artist and an effortless business engagement. Thanks Kameron!” ✓ "Kameron was an absolute pleasure to work with on our project. He provided more output than we ever thought we could get, providing a huge wealth of innovative sounds we never considered that are adding greatly to the experience. Highly recommended.” ------------------- Send me a message, I would love to hear about your project - let's make magic happen! It's never too soon to start talking about audio needs. Even if you don't think you'll need anything for another few weeks or months, it's good to start the audio conversation early. Audio emergency? I can handle that too.

  • Music
  • Music Production
  • Audio Production
  • Jingle
  • Background Music
  • Audio Mastering
  • Audio Post Production
  • Game Audio
  • Audio Editing
  • Music & Sound Design
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!

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

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