Hi, I'm Cong Shu, a film and television composer with a Master’s degree in Music Composition and specialized training in film scoring, trailer music, and commercial sound design. I craft original scores for film, TV, and digital media, balancing orchestral hues with hybrid electronic textures. I’m comfortable leading DAWs, MIDI programming, and working with top-tier virtual instrument libraries to bring emotional narratives to life. Over the years I've scored for series and independent films across Beijing and California, collaborating closely with directors to map emotional beats, motifs, and narrative arcs. I’m passionate about crafting immersive soundtracks that deepen storytelling, and I enjoy teaching and sharing workflow insights with students and peers.…

Cong Shu

Hi, I'm Cong Shu, a film and television composer with a Master’s degree in Music Composition and specialized training in film scoring, trailer music, and commercial sound design. I craft original scores for film, TV, and digital media, balancing orchestral hues with hybrid electronic textures. I’m comfortable leading DAWs, MIDI programming, and working with top-tier virtual instrument libraries to bring emotional narratives to life. Over the years I've scored for series and independent films across Beijing and California, collaborating closely with directors to map emotional beats, motifs, and narrative arcs. I’m passionate about crafting immersive soundtracks that deepen storytelling, and I enjoy teaching and sharing workflow insights with students and peers.…

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Hi, I’m Cong Shu, a film and television composer with a Master’s degree in Music Composition and specialized training in film scoring, trailer music, and commercial sound design. I craft original scores for film, TV, and digital media, balancing orchestral hues with hybrid electronic textures. I’m comfortable leading DAWs, MIDI programming, and working with top-tier virtual instrument libraries to bring emotional narratives to life.

Over the years I’ve scored for series and independent films across Beijing and California, collaborating closely with directors to map emotional beats, motifs, and narrative arcs. I’m passionate about crafting immersive soundtracks that deepen storytelling, and I enjoy teaching and sharing workflow insights with students and peers.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent

Work Experience

Worship Music Composer & Producer | YouTube Channel at Haven's Score
October 19, 2025 - October 28, 2025
Founded Haven’s Score YouTube channel to share original worship compositions. · Directed AI-assisted music creation (Suno AI) to generate melodic and harmonic ideas. · Transformed AI-generated material into professional MIDI, DAW compositions using Cubase. · Produced, mixed, and mastered original tracks with refined worship arrangements. · Created engaging video presentations with CapCut, integrating music and visual storytelling. · Released music on YouTube and iTunes.
TV Composer/Freelancer at Rhythm Onward Music Studio
December 18, 2018 - February 13, 2024
📺 TV Shows: Once and Forever, The Starry Love, Miss Gu Who Is Silent, Farewell Vivian 🎬 Reviewed episode footage with directors to identify cues, emotions, and pacing. 🎵 Developed recurring motifs for characters and storylines to ensure musical continuity. 🎹 Composed quick MIDI mock-ups for early feedback and approval. 🎼 Expanded sketches into full arrangements blending orchestral, electronic, and hybrid textures. ⏱️ Synchronized music to picture, adapting to timing changes and scene edits.
Film Composer | Angels Never Cry, 2018; White Terror, 2020， California at Seven Look Productions, Eror 404 Productions
September 6, 2018 - November 30, 2020
🎞️ Films: Angels Never Cry (2018), White Terror (2020) 📖 Collaborated with director and producer to analyze script and mark cues during spotting sessions. 🎼 Composed main themes and motifs for characters and storylines. 🎹 Sketched ideas on piano/MIDI, developing a cohesive sound palette (orchestral, electronic, hybrid). 💻 Produced and arranged music using DAWs such as Cubase with professional studio gear (Komplete Kontrol S61, RME ADI-2 Pro, MOTU 828X, PreSonus Eris, Neumann BCM104, DT 770 Pro). ⏱️ Timed music precisely to picture using tempo maps and frame-based synchronization. 🎧 Created MIDI mock-ups for director review and refined after feedback. 🎻 Developed full multitrack compositions and hybrid orchestral-electronic cues, including reorchestrations and variations. 🔊 Mixed and mastered tracks for final delivery. 💿 Prepared score for commercial release on iTunes.
Instructor/Educator, NEWSTUDIO and UPCHORD at NEWSTUDIO
October 31, 2018 - February 12, 2020
🎬 Developed & led an online film scoring course covering director communication, motif creation, scene scoring, synchronization, and orchestral recording. 🤝 Collaborated with LA-based orchestrator Jon Kull to provide industry insights and real-world scoring practices. 🎼 Taught orchestration through hands-on exercises in strings, woodwinds, brass, and applied composition. 🎥 Designed assignments combining film analysis, musical storytelling, and digital mock-up production. 🎶 Mentored aspiring composers in adapting thematic material for diverse cinematic contexts.
Orchestrator/Music Producer | CCTV, Beijing at CCTV+ (Video News Agency)
December 21, 2017 - October 22, 2018
🎼 Orchestrated & Produced the opening piece for the 2018 CCTV Spring Festival Gala in Beijing. 🎵 Composed from an original melodic theme aligned with emotional tone and visual narrative. 🎹 Developed harmonic progressions, rhythmic motifs, and structural form for dramatic flow. 🎻 Assigned themes across orchestral families to enhance color, texture, and emotional depth. 🎧 Blended synthesized and orchestral timbres for a hybrid cinematic sound. 🎶 Created digital mock-ups in DAWs for client review and finalized full scores in Sibelius for recording sessions.
Teaching Assistant | Long Island University, New York at Long Island University
October 23, 2014 - April 12, 2016
🎓 Teaching Assistant in Music Department 💻 Operated music equipment including computer, Finale, audio interface, monitors, headphones, MIDI keyboard, virtual instruments, and microphones. 🤝 Assisted classmates with composition and orchestration questions. 🎼 Supported student learning with software like Finale and Sibelius.
Teaching Assistant at Long Island University, New York
January 1, 2016 - October 22, 2025
Teaching Assistant in Music Department. Assisted classmates with composition, orchestration related questions. Strengthened knowledge of students with software Finale, Sibelius.
Orchestrator / Music Producer at CCTV, Beijing
January 1, 2018 - October 22, 2025
Developed an online film scoring course, covering everything from the written manuscript to the finished score. Demonstrated the process using music production software, with real-time recording and narration. Video editing to highlight key aspects of film music process. Directed AI tools such as Suno AI with creative prompts and lyrical concepts to generate initial melodic and harmonic ideas for worship songs. Converted AI-generated material into MIDI format and imported into Cubase for detailed editing and arrangement. Enhanced music arrangements and dynamics for a polished worship tone. Expanded approved sketches into full arrangements, blending orchestral, electronic, or hybrid textures. Launched Haven’s Score on YouTube, to share original worship compositions. Directed AI tools for creative prompts and lyrical concepts to generate initial melodic ideas for worship songs. Initiated composition for main melodic themes aligned with the project’s emotional tone and narrative flow.
Film Composer at Angels Never Cry
January 1, 2018 - October 22, 2025
Composed the original score for the film Angels Never Cry; analyzed script with director; produced spot cues and thematic material for characters and settings.
Film Composer at White Terror
January 1, 2020 - October 22, 2025
Composed the original score for the film White Terror; analyzed script with director; produced cues and orchestrations.
Worship Music Composer & Producer at Haven’s Score (YouTube channel)
January 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025
Founded Haven’s Score YouTube channel to share original worship compositions. Directed AI-assisted music creation (Suno AI) to generate melodic and harmonic ideas. Transformed AI-generated material into professional MIDI, DAW compositions using Cubase. Produced, mixed, and mastered original tracks with refined worship arrangements. Created engaging video presentations with CapCut, integrating music and visual storytelling. Released music on YouTube and iTunes.
TV Composer / Freelance Music Producer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2018 - October 27, 2025
Composed and produced original scores for multiple television series and web dramas. Collaborated with directors and showrunners to identify emotional beats and musical cues. Developed character motifs and recurring themes to strengthen narrative continuity. Produced and aligned music to picture using Cubase and industry-standard MIDI mock-ups. Adapted scores for scene timing and pacing changes, ensuring synchronization and emotional resonance.
Instructor / Educator at NEWSTUDIO and UPCHORD – Beijing, China
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Designed and taught online film scoring curriculum from manuscript to final mix. Produced instructional videos demonstrating DAW workflows, orchestration, and mixing techniques. Collaborated with Hollywood orchestrator Jon Kull to provide professional scoring insights. Instructed students on orchestration, harmony, and instrumentation through practical exercises.
Film Composer at Independent Projects – California, USA
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Composed and produced original film scores in collaboration with directors and producers. Conducted spotting sessions to determine cue placements and emotional arcs. Developed thematic material for characters and settings using MIDI sketches and DAWs. Produced high-quality mock-ups with Cubase, Komplete Kontrol, RME, MOTU, and Neumann equipment. Delivered final mixes and masters for release on iTunes.
Orchestrator / Music Producer at China Central Television (CCTV) – Beijing, China
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Orchestrated and produced the opening piece for the 2018 CCTV Spring Festival Gala. Designed orchestral structures including intro, development, climax, and resolution. Balanced traditional orchestration with synthesized hybrid elements for cinematic texture. Created detailed digital mock-ups for director review using virtual instruments. Prepared full scores and parts in Sibelius for professional recording sessions.
Teaching Assistant – Music Department at Long Island University – New York, USA
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Supported faculty in teaching composition, orchestration, and music production. Assisted students with Finale and Sibelius notation software. Managed and operated music studio equipment, including audio interfaces, MIDI controllers, and microphones.
Worship Music Composer & Producer at Haven’s Score (YouTube channel)
January 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Founded Haven’s Score YouTube channel for original worship compositions; directed AI-assisted music creation (Suno AI) to generate melodic and harmonic ideas; transformed AI-generated material into professional MIDI/DAW compositions using Cubase; produced, mixed, and mastered original tracks; created engaging video presentations with CapCut and released music on YouTube and iTunes.
TV Composer / Freelance Music Producer at Freelance – Beijing, China
January 1, 2018 - October 31, 2025
Composed and produced original scores for multiple television series and web dramas (e.g., Once and Forever, The Starry Love, Miss Gu Who Is Silent, Farewell Vivian). Collaborated with directors and showrunners to identify emotional beats and musical cues; developed character motifs and recurring themes; produced and aligned music to picture using Cubase and industry-standard MIDI mock-ups; adapted scores for scene timing and pacing to ensure synchronization and emotional resonance.
Instructor / Educator at NEWSTUDIO and UPCHORD
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Designed and taught an online film scoring curriculum from manuscript to final mix; produced instructional videos demonstrating DAW workflows, orchestration, and mixing techniques; collaborated with Hollywood orchestrator Jon Kull to provide professional scoring insights; instructed students on orchestration, harmony, and instrumentation through practical exercises.
Film Composer at Independent Projects – California, USA
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Composed and produced original film scores in collaboration with directors and producers; conducted spotting sessions to determine cue placements and emotional arcs; developed thematic material for characters and settings using MIDI sketches and DAWs; produced high-quality mock-ups with Cubase, Komplete Kontrol, and associated gear; delivered final mixes and masters for release (iTunes).
Orchestrator / Music Producer at China Central Television (CCTV)
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Orchestrated and produced the opening piece for the 2018 CCTV Spring Festival Gala; designed orchestral structures (intro, development, climax, resolution); balanced traditional orchestration with hybrid synthesized textures for cinematic impact; created detailed digital mock-ups for director review using virtual instruments; prepared full scores and parts in Sibelius for professional recording sessions.
Teaching Assistant – Music Department at Long Island University
December 30, 2016 - December 30, 2016
Supported faculty in teaching composition, orchestration, and music production; assisted students with Finale and Sibelius notation software; managed and operated the music studio, including audio interfaces, MIDI controllers, and microphones.
Worship Music Composer & Producer at Haven's Score (YouTube channel)
January 1, 2025 - November 3, 2025
Founded Haven’s Score YouTube channel to share original worship compositions. Directed AI-assisted music creation (Suno AI) to generate melodic and harmonic ideas. Transformed AI-generated material into professional MIDI, DAW compositions using Cubase. Produced, mixed, and mastered original tracks with refined worship arrangements. Created engaging video presentations with CapCut, integrating music and visual storytelling. Released music on YouTube and iTunes.
TV Composer / Freelance Music Producer at Self-employed / Beijing, China
January 1, 2018 - November 3, 2025
Composed and produced original scores for multiple television series and web dramas. Collaborated with directors and showrunners to identify emotional beats and musical cues. Developed character motifs and recurring themes to strengthen narrative continuity. Produced and aligned music to picture using Cubase and industry-standard MIDI mock-ups. Adapted scores for scene timing and pacing changes, ensuring synchronization and emotional resonance.

Education

Bachelor of Musicology at Central China Normal University
September 1, 2008 - August 31, 2011
Master of Art/Music Composition at Long Island University
September 1, 2013 - June 20, 2015
Certificate of Film Scoring at UCLA extention
July 5, 2015 - January 20, 2017
Master of Art / Music Composition at Central China Normal University, China
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Master of Arts in Music Composition at Long Island University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Certificate in Film Scoring at UCLA Extension
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Musicology at Central China Normal University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Master of Arts in Music Composition at Long Island University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Certificate in Film Scoring at UCLA Extension
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor of Musicology at Central China Normal University
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012
Master of Arts in Music Composition at Long Island University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Certificate in Film Scoring at UCLA Extension
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Musicology at Central China Normal University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

Bachelor of Musicology
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025
Master of Arts in Music Composition
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Certificate of Film Scoring
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor of Musicology
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Master of Art / Music Composition
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Certificate of Film Scoring
January 11, 2030 - October 22, 2025
Certificate in Film Scoring
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Certificate in Film Scoring
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Certificate in Film Scoring
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other
    uniE608 Cong Shu | Composer for film, Television and Media, Songwriter
    Cong Shu is a film and TV composer with over a decade of experience in creating original music for screen, stage, and commercial projects. With a Master’s degree in Music Composition from Long Island University and a Film Scoring Certificate from UCLA Extension, Cong specializes in crafting cinematic, orchestral, and hybrid soundtracks that blend emotional depth with modern production. His credits include award-winning films such as Angels Never Cry and White Terror, as well as music for major TV series including Once and Forever, The Starry Love, and Farewell Vivian. He has also contributed orchestration to the 2018 CCTV Spring Festival Gala and composed original stage music for Longcheng Circus Theatre. Beyond composition, Cong has taught film scoring and orchestration, collaborated with top industry professionals like orchestrator Jon Kull, and produced music for international brands including Marvel SNAP, Oppo, and Bravat.…
    uniE608 Lord, I Behold You | Worship Song by Cong Shu — Inspiring Vocals & Contemporary Production
    “Lord, I Behold You” is an original worship song dedicated to Jesus, crafted by Cong Shu with heartfelt lyrics, expressive vocals, and modern production. This track showcases Cong Shu’s versatility in creating spiritual, emotional, and uplifting music, blending worship traditions with contemporary sounds. From worship anthems to pop-inspired melodies, Cong Shu brings passion, musicality, and professional production to every song.…
    uniE608 Bravat | Luxury Bathroom Commercial Music by Cong Shu — Cinematic Orchestration & Modern Elegance
    Original music composed and produced by Cong Shu for the Bravat luxury bathroom commercial. This piece combines cinematic orchestration, modern sound design, and a refined sense of aesthetic storytelling, creating a soundscape that reflects Bravat’s elegance and innovation. From delicate strings to grand symphonic textures, every note was crafted to enhance the brand’s visual artistry — showcasing Cong Shu’s expertise in orchestration, emotional tone design, and high-end commercial scoring.…
    uniE608 Mulan: The Loyal General (Original Soundtrack)
    Step into the legend of Mulan through a breathtaking fusion of tradition and modern orchestration. “Mulan: The Loyal General” brings to life the courage, loyalty, and timeless spirit of the heroine in an epic musical narrative. Featuring the virtuosic Professor Wang Ying, erhu soloist from the Central Conservatory of Music, whose emotive performance captures the soul of ancient China, this piece intertwines the expressive tones of the erhu with the majestic power of the Starlink Symphony Orchestra. Mixed by acclaimed sound engineer Phil McGowan (Star Trek 4, Call of Duty: Black Ops II), this composition bridges cinematic soundscapes with cultural heritage — transforming Mulan’s story into a powerful auditory experience that transcends generations. Immerse yourself in the music and feel the echo of bravery, honor, and devotion — the eternal legacy of Mulan: The Loyal General. Mulan TheLoyalGeneral EpicMusic CinematicMusic Soundtrack Erhu ChineseMusic OrchestralMusic WorldMusic WangYing PhilMcGowan StarlinkSymphony CulturalFusion HeroicSpirit TraditionMeetsModern…