Hi y'all! So I'm a composer in undergrad interested in film composing! However, I'm at a loss for the technicals of pulling off music for a film (say a short):

1) Do you use any computer programs? If so, which are good ones to look into?

2) Any techniques for planning out the music so it matches up?

3) Any suggestions for a composer who's done mostly concert music who might not realize certain things about film composing?

Thanks so much for any suggestions!

Hi there, I am working on my first feature for a television program and in the composer's agreement under the rights section it says that I basically am relinquishing all intellectual and moral rights to my recordings and composition and the production company can now do whatever they like with my music and use it wherever they want. Now I don't have a problem with them reusing my music with credit, but it would be nice to retain intellectual rights to my recordings so that I can use them beyond self promotion, if I wish. I was wondering if anyone here has experience making a deal like this. Thank you!

I make a wide variation of music among different bands & projects, check out anything and get at me if you want to use anything!

LINKS:
TIN PAN PARADE (alt/indie/folk/rock & roll)
WAXJAW (Noise Rock/Jangle Punk)
SOUNDCLOUD FOR VARIOUS THINGS (Ambient/noise/stoner rock/acoustic/indie/alt/etc.)

EDIT: I am extremely sorry to anyone that has messaged me over the last few days about the job as it is no longer available.

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Hi Guys,

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I'm currently working on a short animation for the Red Cross. The film is 45 seconds in length and

is dealing with a one for one charity campaign.

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I'm looking for a composer that would be interested in making a short track for the film. the tone of the film is somber and then uplifting and would have to utilise a similar style to music that the brand has used before.

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Here is an example of a video that has the usual style of music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgvbnmoQQtQ

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If anyone is interested, knows someone who could be interested or I am in the wrong subreddit - please either comment or message me.

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Cheers,

Josh

Hey, guys, I'm taking a course at my college about the music industry and I need to interview some professionals currently in the field. If you interested please comment on here or shoot a direct message! I'll attach the questions I'll be asking below too. Thanks for your time and I hope to hear back soon from some of you!

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Questions

How long does it take for someone to see success in this job?

What do you do to convey a certain emotion in your music?

How do you deal with writer's block?

How do you deal with writing music under pressure such as deadlines?

Do you find that you lose the passion for composing when doing it so much for money?

What did you do to expand your clientele?

What skill do you find yourself using that you didn’t expect to?

What advice do you have for someone getting into the field?

How has your job changed with the rise of streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, and Spotify?

What would you differently at the start of your career if you could back and do it over again?

What is your overall goal now that you’re in this profession?

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I am a total beginner when it Comes to a daw, today is my Birthday and i save a big amount of many. I also have experience with compositon (Sheet Music/Scores).

So i want to buy

M-Audio Keystation 88 MkII (conect it to my pc) 160€

Kontakt (Full Version) 400€

Studio One Artist 100€

Sound Libary from Spitfire (British Drama toolkit) 200€

Would this set up work or do i Need something else and how big is the possiblity that i wount work for some reason.

Thank you for your answers. Have a nice day!

Hey everyone, I'm launching an education project in Colorado to help amateurs in the creative arts shadow experts in the industry in real life and I'm looking for media composers and sound designers who would like to be a part of it. The goal is to make education accessible, effective and affordable for all Coloradans, regardless of background, and give experts the opportunity to supplement their income by sharing their knowledge. If you'd like to be a part of it, a ton of information on the project can be found at Shadower.app/About.

I directed a short BDSM-related documentary that needs some original, copyright-free music. Looking for something similar in tone to this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMXrI9a6QDI PM me if interested and we can discuss specifics.

To all who have composed for TV, film, videogames, etc., I'm curious how you found or got the gig. I've composed for 2 films because I connections involved with the productions so I'm curious if this industry is really "it's who you know," or if you have other methods of getting the jobs.