I'm an award-winning composer, producer, and songwriter who creates a diverse range of music spanning multiple genres and mediums. My original music and production can be heard in feature films and documentaries, animated series, trailers, and commercials, as well as on top artist hits around the world. I composed the score to the 2019 Academy Award-nominated animated short film One Small Step from TAIKO Studios which currently has over 38 million views on YouTube, and have since continued my collaboration with TAIKO on a number of animated projects for popular properties like Pokémon and Lego. In 2022, my strings cover of Harry Styles’ “Sign Of The Times” featured prominently in Season 2 of Bridgerton (Netflix) and has surpassed 28 million streams on Spotify while also garnering the attention of outlets like Variety, who wrote about the process of creating and placing the cover. On the pop music front, I recently created and co/produced the orchestral arrangement for Rachel Platten's latest release "Girls (String Version)" and produced a custom remix of Mary J. Blige’s iconic song “I’m Goin’ Down” to promote her documentary My Life for Amazon Studios. I have co-written and produced songs for numerous artists including a cut on K-pop boy band SHINee’s number one charting album “I’m Your Boy”. In addition to film/TV scoring and song production, my music has been featured in film trailers for A24, HBO, Universal Pictures, Amazon Originals, Apple Originals, Starz, Sony Pictures, Paramount, Lionsgate, Relativity Media and Netflix. He has also created bespoke music and sound design for brands like Toyota, Hyundai Genesis, Verizon, Intel, Nokia, Boeing, NBC Universal, The FX Network, Target, AMC Theaters, Panda Express, Best Buy, Home Depot and many others. Throughout my career, I've said yes to a diverse range of musical projects in a broad spectrum of styles and genres. This exploration has fostered a deep well to draw from when taking on a new score. My prime directive when taking on a new project is to become fully immersed in telling the story in a way that connects on the deepest possible level.

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I'm an award-winning composer, producer, and songwriter who creates a diverse range of music spanning multiple genres and mediums. My original music and production can be heard in feature films and documentaries, animated series, trailers, and commercials, as well as on top artist hits around the world. I composed the score to the 2019 Academy Award-nominated animated short film One Small Step from TAIKO Studios which currently has over 38 million views on YouTube, and have since continued my collaboration with TAIKO on a number of animated projects for popular properties like Pokémon and Lego. In 2022, my strings cover of Harry Styles’ “Sign Of The Times” featured prominently in Season 2 of Bridgerton (Netflix) and has surpassed 28 million streams on Spotify while also garnering the attention of outlets like Variety, who wrote about the process of creating and placing the cover. On the pop music front, I recently created and co/produced the orchestral arrangement for Rachel Platten's latest release "Girls (String Version)" and produced a custom remix of Mary J. Blige’s iconic song “I’m Goin’ Down” to promote her documentary My Life for Amazon Studios. I have co-written and produced songs for numerous artists including a cut on K-pop boy band SHINee’s number one charting album “I’m Your Boy”. In addition to film/TV scoring and song production, my music has been featured in film trailers for A24, HBO, Universal Pictures, Amazon Originals, Apple Originals, Starz, Sony Pictures, Paramount, Lionsgate, Relativity Media and Netflix. He has also created bespoke music and sound design for brands like Toyota, Hyundai Genesis, Verizon, Intel, Nokia, Boeing, NBC Universal, The FX Network, Target, AMC Theaters, Panda Express, Best Buy, Home Depot and many others. Throughout my career, I've said yes to a diverse range of musical projects in a broad spectrum of styles and genres. This exploration has fostered a deep well to draw from when taking on a new score. My prime directive when taking on a new project is to become fully immersed in telling the story in a way that connects on the deepest possible level.

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I’m an award-winning composer, producer, and songwriter who creates a diverse range of music spanning multiple genres and mediums. My original music and production can be heard in feature films and documentaries, animated series, trailers, and commercials, as well as on top artist hits around the world. I composed the score to the 2019 Academy Award-nominated animated short film One Small Step from TAIKO Studios which currently has over 38 million views on YouTube, and have since continued my collaboration with TAIKO on a number of animated projects for popular properties like Pokémon and Lego. In 2022, my strings cover of Harry Styles’ “Sign Of The Times” featured prominently in Season 2 of Bridgerton (Netflix) and has surpassed 28 million streams on Spotify while also garnering the attention of outlets like Variety, who wrote about the process of creating and placing the cover.

On the pop music front, I recently created and co/produced the orchestral arrangement for Rachel Platten’s latest release “Girls (String Version)” and produced a custom remix of Mary J. Blige’s iconic song “I’m Goin’ Down” to promote her documentary My Life for Amazon Studios. I have co-written and produced songs for numerous artists including a cut on K-pop boy band SHINee’s number one charting album “I’m Your Boy”.

In addition to film/TV scoring and song production, my music has been featured in film trailers for A24, HBO, Universal Pictures, Amazon Originals, Apple Originals, Starz, Sony Pictures, Paramount, Lionsgate, Relativity Media and Netflix. He has also created bespoke music and sound design for brands like Toyota, Hyundai Genesis, Verizon, Intel, Nokia, Boeing, NBC Universal, The FX Network, Target, AMC Theaters, Panda Express, Best Buy, Home Depot and many others.

Throughout my career, I’ve said yes to a diverse range of musical projects in a broad spectrum of styles and genres. This exploration has fostered a deep well to draw from when taking on a new score. My prime directive when taking on a new project is to become fully immersed in telling the story in a way that connects on the deepest possible level.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Instructor + Curriculum Developer at The Institute of Production and Recording
February 24, 2007 - July 6, 2025
Developed curriculum in music production, synthesis, and MIDI. Taught advanced Logic Pro workflows as a certified Apple Logic Pro Trainer. Mentored aspiring composers and producers preparing for careers in commercial music and media.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communication at North Park University
September 1, 1981 - June 2, 1986
Music Minor

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
    paper Music and Sound Design for Animation Full Playlist

    This playlist presents the complete short films and animations I’ve scored and sound designed, offering the full context beyond the reel. Featured works include Taiko Studios’ One Small Step (Academy Award nominee), Pangu, Pokémon’s Bidoof’s Big Stand, and LEGO’s Ninjago Legacy, along with other original projects. Each piece is shown in its entirety, highlighting how music and sound design evolve across story arcs, from tender emotional scoring to playful moments and dynamic action sequences.
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    uniE608 Score and Sound Design for Animation Short Reel
    A fast-moving reel showcasing my work scoring and sound designing award-winning animation. Highlights include the Oscar-nominated One Small Step, Pokémon’s Bidoof’s Big Stand, LEGO’s Ninjago Legacy, and Taiko Studios’ Pangu, along with other original shorts. AnimationComposer SoundDesign FilmScoring AnimationReel ComposerForHire ScoringAnimation AnimatedShorts FilmComposer SoundtrackArt MusicForAnimation CreativeScoring