Arnold Cifax Jr. is an award-winning composer for film, television, games, and advertising. His work is known for blending classical orchestration with modern and experimental elements—combining lush strings, bold brass, intricate sound design, 808s, and inventive rhythms to create music that’s deeply emotional and cinematic. Arnold has scored a range of acclaimed films, including Donnie, Africa: A Kung Fu Story, HEEL, New Planet, The Way Out is Through, and Enhanced Sensibilities. His ability to elevate story through sound has made him a sought-after collaborator across genres—from documentary and drama to sci-fi and action. He has also composed for national and regional campaigns for brands like Drench Fitness, Girls on the Run, Augustine Academy, Versiti, and the Milwaukee Art Museum, bringing the same depth and musicality to every project. A lifelong musician, Arnold began on violin at age four, later performing with Milwaukee’s Youth Leadership Academy Boys Choir and touring nationally as a solo indie artist. He’s also played in punk bands and New Orleans jazz groups, shaping a style that’s as diverse as it is personal. Based in Madison, WI, Arnold creates music that tells stories—transforming sound into emotional connection. Explore more at arnoldcifaxjr.com

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Arnold Cifax Jr. is an award-winning composer for film, television, games, and advertising. His work is known for blending classical orchestration with modern and experimental elements—combining lush strings, bold brass, intricate sound design, 808s, and inventive rhythms to create music that’s deeply emotional and cinematic. Arnold has scored a range of acclaimed films, including Donnie, Africa: A Kung Fu Story, HEEL, New Planet, The Way Out is Through, and Enhanced Sensibilities. His ability to elevate story through sound has made him a sought-after collaborator across genres—from documentary and drama to sci-fi and action. He has also composed for national and regional campaigns for brands like Drench Fitness, Girls on the Run, Augustine Academy, Versiti, and the Milwaukee Art Museum, bringing the same depth and musicality to every project. A lifelong musician, Arnold began on violin at age four, later performing with Milwaukee’s Youth Leadership Academy Boys Choir and touring nationally as a solo indie artist. He’s also played in punk bands and New Orleans jazz groups, shaping a style that’s as diverse as it is personal. Based in Madison, WI, Arnold creates music that tells stories—transforming sound into emotional connection. Explore more at arnoldcifaxjr.com

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Arnold Cifax Jr. is an award-winning composer for film, television, games, and advertising. His work is known for blending classical orchestration with modern and experimental elements—combining lush strings, bold brass, intricate sound design, 808s, and inventive rhythms to create music that’s deeply emotional and cinematic.

Arnold has scored a range of acclaimed films, including Donnie, Africa: A Kung Fu Story, HEEL, New Planet, The Way Out is Through, and Enhanced Sensibilities. His ability to elevate story through sound has made him a sought-after collaborator across genres—from documentary and drama to sci-fi and action.

He has also composed for national and regional campaigns for brands like Drench Fitness, Girls on the Run, Augustine Academy, Versiti, and the Milwaukee Art Museum, bringing the same depth and musicality to every project.

A lifelong musician, Arnold began on violin at age four, later performing with Milwaukee’s Youth Leadership Academy Boys Choir and touring nationally as a solo indie artist. He’s also played in punk bands and New Orleans jazz groups, shaping a style that’s as diverse as it is personal.

Based in Madison, WI, Arnold creates music that tells stories—transforming sound into emotional connection.

Explore more at arnoldcifaxjr.com

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Education

Music Education at UW- Milwaukee
August 6, 2001 - May 12, 2005
Didn't finish. Took record label internship and went from there

Qualifications

Cannes World Film Festival (Best Soundtrack)
February 7, 2025 - February 7, 2025
Rome International Movie Awards (Best Original Score)
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Los Angeles Film Awards (Best Score)
March 23, 2025 - March 23, 2025
WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival (Best Original Film Score Gold Winner)
April 22, 2025 - April 22, 2025
2025 ARFF Amsterdam // International Film Festival (Best Film Score)
January 29, 2025 - January 29, 2025
Charlotte Black Film Festival (Official Selection)
April 27, 2025 - April 27, 2025
International Indie Film & Screenplay Festival Paris (Nominated for Best Original Score)
March 7, 2025 - March 7, 2025
International Sound & Film Music Festival (Best Original Score for a Documentary)
October 3, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Currently Nominated
Indie Short Fest (Nominated for Best Original Score)
July 31, 2025 - July 31, 2025

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

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