Lead Music Composer

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Access to recording facilities

Creative, stimulating environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Music Composer to spearhead the musical direction for Centurion-based projects. You will guide a team of composers, collaborate with game designers and directors, and shape an emotionally resonant score for interactive media.

The role requires senior-level expertise in composition, orchestration, and implementation, with access to professional recording facilities and a stimulating creative environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a music composer with a strong portfolio.
• Experience in a lead or supervisory role within a music production team.
• Mastery of composition, orchestration, and arrangement across genres.
• Proficiency with DAWs and scoring software; game engine experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Compose original scores aligned with mood and narrative.
• Lead and mentor a team of composers for musical coherence.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define musical strategy.
• Oversee recording, mixing, and implementation of musical elements.
• Manage music budgets and schedules.
• Develop adaptive and interactive music systems when required.

Skills

Music composition

Orchestration

Team leadership

DAWs

Game music implementation

Tools

Scoring software

Game engines

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and visionary Lead Music Composer to spearhead the musical direction for their upcoming projects in Centurion . This senior role requires a deep understanding of musical composition for interactive media and a proven ability to lead a team of composers and musicians. You will be responsible for creating compelling and emotionally resonant scores that enhance the player or viewer experience, working closely with game designers, directors, and sound engineers to realize a unified artistic vision. This is a chance to leave your musical signature on significant productions.

Key Responsibilities

• Compose original musical scores that align with the mood, theme, and narrative of projects.
• Lead and mentor a team of composers, providing creative direction and ensuring musical coherence.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement the musical strategy for projects.
• Oversee the recording, mixing, and implementation of all musical elements.
• Manage music budgets and schedules effectively.
• Develop adaptive and interactive music systems where required.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a music composer , with a significant portfolio of released projects (games, film, TV).
• Proven experience in a lead or supervisory role within a music production team.
• Mastery of music composition, orchestration, and arrangement across various genres.
• Proficiency with Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) and scoring software.
• Experience with music implementation in game engines or interactive platforms is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive healthcare and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities to shape major artistic projects in Centurion .
• Access to professional recording facilities and high-end equipment.
• A stimulating creative environment with a focus on artistic excellence.