I’m a music composer and sound designer focused on creating original scores, sound effects, and orchestral mockups for games, film, and theatrical projects. From scoring sessions to re-scores of existing media, I love building audio that supports story, emotion, and pacing—whether that’s crafting cinematic themes, shaping texture with sound design, or refining parts for clarity and performance. I also enjoy teaching and mentorship, helping students find their musical voice and develop an efficient workflow with strong fundamentals in theory, orchestration, and notation. Alongside composing, I work on stage and screen visual-audio effects for marching band productions, coordinate creative staff communication, and stay hands-on with modern production tools to keep projects organized, readable, and on schedule.

Wyatt Hanson

I’m a music composer and sound designer focused on creating original scores, sound effects, and orchestral mockups for games, film, and theatrical projects. From scoring sessions to re-scores of existing media, I love building audio that supports story, emotion, and pacing—whether that’s crafting cinematic themes, shaping texture with sound design, or refining parts for clarity and performance. I also enjoy teaching and mentorship, helping students find their musical voice and develop an efficient workflow with strong fundamentals in theory, orchestration, and notation. Alongside composing, I work on stage and screen visual-audio effects for marching band productions, coordinate creative staff communication, and stay hands-on with modern production tools to keep projects organized, readable, and on schedule.

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I’m a music composer and sound designer focused on creating original scores, sound effects, and orchestral mockups for games, film, and theatrical projects. From scoring sessions to re-scores of existing media, I love building audio that supports story, emotion, and pacing—whether that’s crafting cinematic themes, shaping texture with sound design, or refining parts for clarity and performance.

I also enjoy teaching and mentorship, helping students find their musical voice and develop an efficient workflow with strong fundamentals in theory, orchestration, and notation. Alongside composing, I work on stage and screen visual-audio effects for marching band productions, coordinate creative staff communication, and stay hands-on with modern production tools to keep projects organized, readable, and on schedule.

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Work Experience

Music and Sound Design (Composer) at Shiba Dog Studios
January 1, 2026 - Present
Compose and create original soundtracks and sound effects for video games and interactive media. Work with concepts like audio reinforcement and haptics to shape audience experience, and maintain clear communication with directors about feedback, issues, and creative direction.
Composer and Sound Designer at Shiba Dog Studios
January 1, 2026 - Present
Compose original soundtracks and sound effects for video games and other interactive media. Work with audio reinforcement and haptics concepts to shape how audiences feel and perceive sound, and stay in constant communication with directors for feedback and project needs.
Screen Scoring Session (Composer/Editor) at University of Wisconsin-River Falls
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Compose, engrave, record, and edit original music for personal projects including re-scores and creative works. Create orchestral mockups in Logic Pro and Dorico using sample libraries, and collaborate with directors, performers, and faculty to ensure score readability, creative efficiency, and alignment with the vision.
Instructor and Camp Counselor at University of Wisconsin-River Falls
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Mentor young composition students by supporting their creative voice, building an efficient workflow, and strengthening time management. Catalog and record student compositions using video, pictures, and manuscripts, and coordinate with other instructors and professors based on student progress.
Music Composer (Screen Scoring Session) at University of Wisconsin-River Falls
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Compose, engrave, record, and edit original music for personal creative projects, including re-scores. Create orchestral mockups using Logic Pro, Dorico, and sample libraries, and collaborate with directors, professional performers, and faculty to support score readability and overall production efficiency.
Composition Lesson Instructor
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Provide one-on-one composition lessons (virtual and in-person) for students across northwestern Wisconsin and the Twin Cities area. Teach core topics including music theory, orchestration, and notation, and emphasize modern composition workflows through DAWs and sample library instruction.
Woodwind Lesson Instructor / Coach at Cumberland High School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Coach high school saxophone students for solo ensemble and recital performance. Teach beginning-band woodwind fundamentals for elementary and middle school students and deliver class-wide lectures on effective practice strategies to improve consistently.
Visual Effects and General Effects Instructor at Cumberland High School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Create thematic props, movements, and visual effects for state-level competitive marching band. Attend creative staff meetings to connect the show’s narrative to music and visual storytelling, and teach proper field navigation with timing and style.
Woodwind Lesson Instructor at Cumberland High School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Coach high school saxophone students for solo ensemble and recital performances. Lead instruction for elementary and middle school students on woodwind fundamentals to support beginning band instrument choices, and deliver class-wide lectures on effective practice methods and consistent improvement.
Visual Design and General Effects Instructor at Cumberland High School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Create thematic props, movements, and visual effects for state-level competitive marching band. Attend creative staff meetings to align visual storytelling with the show’s narrative, and teach students how to navigate the football field in time with appropriate style and presence.
Teaching Assistant at Cumberland High School
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Prepare and distribute sheet music and instructional materials for ensembles prior to rehearsals and performances. Maintain organized classroom and performance/rehearsal setups, and manage the organization, upkeep, and inventory of practice rooms and marching band storage spaces.

Education

B.S. Music Composition (Minor: Stage & Screen Arts - Visual and Audio Design) at University of Wisconsin River Falls
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
B.S. Music Composition at University of Wisconsin River Falls
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Gaming