I’m Justin Small, a Toronto-based musician, composer and producer with two decades of international touring, film scoring, and record production experience. I thrive in collaborative environments, blending live performance with studio craft to create engaging, film-ready music and memorable recordings. I enjoy driving creative decisions from concept to release, working with engineers and artists around the world, and continually expanding my toolkit in composition, production, and sound design.

Justin Small

I’m Justin Small, a Toronto-based musician, composer and producer with two decades of international touring, film scoring, and record production experience. I thrive in collaborative environments, blending live performance with studio craft to create engaging, film-ready music and memorable recordings. I enjoy driving creative decisions from concept to release, working with engineers and artists around the world, and continually expanding my toolkit in composition, production, and sound design.

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I’m Justin Small, a Toronto-based musician, composer and producer with two decades of international touring, film scoring, and record production experience. I thrive in collaborative environments, blending live performance with studio craft to create engaging, film-ready music and memorable recordings.

I enjoy driving creative decisions from concept to release, working with engineers and artists around the world, and continually expanding my toolkit in composition, production, and sound design.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-Owner / Film Composer / Record Producer at Soul and Onward
January 1, 2005 - Present
Oversaw all aspects of music production, distribution and advertising; managed recording sessions, contracts, and coordination with artists. Maintained financial records and ensured knowledge of multiple music genres; organized archival assets such as vinyl, CD, DVD and tapes.
Guitarist, Guitarist / Bassist / Keyboardist at Do Make Say Think
January 1, 1995 - Present
Collaborated in recording, mixing and production of critically acclaimed records; contributed to writing and arrangement; active in national and international tours.
Vice President of International Music Production Team
January 1, 1995 - November 23, 2025
Oversaw all aspects of music production, distribution and advertising for international projects within the organization.
Guitarist, Bassist, Keyboardist at Do Make Say Think
January 1, 1995 - November 23, 2025
Songwriting collaborator; Assisted in recording, mixing and production of critically acclaimed records. Toured extensively nationwide and internationally.
Vice President of International Music Production Team at Do Make Say Think
January 1, 1995 - November 23, 2025
Oversaw all aspects of music production, distribution and advertising.
Store Manager at Sonic Boom Records
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Responsible for retail store opening and closing duties; kept financial records and reports; kept current and knowledgeable of all music genres; archiving and organizing vast quantities of vinyl, CDs, DVDs and tapes.
Film Composer / Record Producer at Independent / Self-employed
January 1, 2005 - Present
Composer and producer creating scores and records for film projects; oversees recording, mixing, and mastering; collaborates with studios and engineers; manages release campaigns and, where applicable, live/event components and international touring.
Co-founder at Soul and Onward
January 1, 1995 - Present
Oversaw all aspects of music production, distribution, and advertising; co-founded an international music production team; collaborated with artists and managed recording projects.
Musician at Do Make Say Think
January 1, 1995 - Present
Guitarist and contributor to the band; performed live and recorded with the group; international touring.
Film Composer / Record Producer at Self-Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2005 - Present
Oversaw all aspects of music production, distribution, and advertising for film and recording projects.
Member at Do Make Say Think
January 1, 1995 - Present
Musician and contributor to recording projects as part of an internationally recognized act.

Education

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Qualifications

LA Scream Festival Best Original Score
January 1, 2016 - December 11, 2025
Canadian Screen Award Best Original Score (Non-Fiction Program) - Semi-Sweet: Life in Chocolate
January 1, 2013 - December 11, 2025
Juno Award - Best Instrumental Album of the Year (Do Make Say Think) - Stubborn Persistent Illusions
January 1, 2018 - December 11, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Other, Travel & Hospitality