Senior Film Score Composer — Hybrid Work & Creative Freedom

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive remunerationpackage

Work on high-profile film projects

Access to state-of-the-art recording施設

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Film Score Composer for projects based in George, Western Cape. You will translate creative concepts into evocative musical themes and orchestrations, collaborating with directors and producers to shape narratives through sound.

The ideal candidate brings a robust portfolio of released scores, a deep understanding of cinematic storytelling, and the ability to deliver high-quality recordings within tight deadlines, often in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience as a film score composer.
• Experience composing for multiple film genres and styles.
• Proficiency with DAWs and notation software.
• Strong orchestration and music theory knowledge.
• Excellent collaboration and ability to take creative feedback.
• Experience recording in studio environments with musicians.
• Degree in Music Composition or Film Scoring advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Compose original scores for feature films, shorts, and documentaries.
• Collaborate with directors, producers, and music supervisors.
• Develop themes and motifs to enhance narrative and characters.
• Conduct recording sessions with orchestras or musicians.
• Manage budgets for composer fees, studio time, and musicians.
• Deliver final master recordings in required formats.
• Research and integrate diverse musical styles and instruments.
• Stay updated on film scoring trends and tech.
• Contribute ideas during music conceptualization and spotting.
• Maintain clear communication with project stakeholders.

Skills

8+ years of experience

Versatile across genres

Strong collaboration

Education

Music Composition/Film Scoring degree

Tools

DAWs: Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase

Notation: Sibelius, Finale

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Film Score Composer for projects based in George, Western Cape. You will translate creative concepts into evocative musical themes and orchestrations, collaborating with directors and producers to shape narratives through sound.

The ideal candidate brings a robust portfolio of released scores, a deep understanding of cinematic storytelling, and the ability to deliver high-quality recordings within tight deadlines, often in a hybrid work setting.