Senior Music Composer: Immersive Game Scores

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional recording studio access

Creative freedom in projects

Potential long-term collaboration

Competitive project-based compensation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Music Composer in Welkom to create original scores for interactive media. You will translate narrative and gameplay objectives into emotionally resonant music, working with the creative team to meet project goals and timelines.

The role requires 5+ years of professional experience, proficiency in major DAWs, strong music theory, and the ability to work across genres. This is a project-based opportunity with access to a professional studio and high-end gear.

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years as a music composer with strong game/film scoring portfolio.
• Proficient in DAWs (Logic Pro, Cubase, Ableton) and virtual instruments.
• Strong theory, orchestration, and arrangement across genres.
• Experience with MIDI sequencing, libraries, and audio mixing.

Responsibilities

• Compose original scores for video games, films, or interactive media across genres.
• Collaborate with directors to understand creative vision and requirements.
• Record, produce and mix pieces to professional standards with high-end tools.
• Implement adaptive music systems and interactive audio in game engines.
• Manage music assets and ensure timely delivery against deadlines.
• Research new sonic ideas and thematic possibilities.

Skills

5+ years exp

DAW proficiency

Music theory

MIDI sequencing

Orchestration

Communication

Independent work

Tools

Logic Pro

Cubase

Ableton Live

FL Studio

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Music Composer in Welkom to create original scores for interactive media. You will translate narrative and gameplay objectives into emotionally resonant music, working with the creative team to meet project goals and timelines.

The role requires 5+ years of professional experience, proficiency in major DAWs, strong music theory, and the ability to work across genres. This is a project-based opportunity with access to a professional studio and high-end gear.