Hi, I’m Simon Renard, a composer, musical director, musician, and vocalist with 20 years of experience both on stage and in the studio. I love combining my theoretical knowledge with hands-on expertise to bring any musical project to life, whether it's composing original music or leading a band. I've had the pleasure of working with several bands and projects, including musical directing for OWIE Celebration and composing original synth-pop and ambient music. I'm passionate about creating unique sound environments and enjoy teaching music production and guitar as well.

Simon Renard

Hi, I’m Simon Renard, a composer, musical director, musician, and vocalist with 20 years of experience both on stage and in the studio. I love combining my theoretical knowledge with hands-on expertise to bring any musical project to life, whether it's composing original music or leading a band. I've had the pleasure of working with several bands and projects, including musical directing for OWIE Celebration and composing original synth-pop and ambient music. I'm passionate about creating unique sound environments and enjoy teaching music production and guitar as well.

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Hi, I’m Simon Renard, a composer, musical director, musician, and vocalist with 20 years of experience both on stage and in the studio. I love combining my theoretical knowledge with hands-on expertise to bring any musical project to life, whether it’s composing original music or leading a band.

I’ve had the pleasure of working with several bands and projects, including musical directing for OWIE Celebration and composing original synth-pop and ambient music. I’m passionate about creating unique sound environments and enjoy teaching music production and guitar as well.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Composer and Producer at Renard des Brumes
January 1, 2023 - Present
Composed and produced original lo-fi and ambient music.
Composer and Producer at Saint Pop
January 1, 2023 - Present
Composed and produced original synth-pop music.
Music Teacher at Music and Dance School of La Verrière
June 30, 2009 - July 27, 2025
Taught Computer-Assisted Music (MAO) from September 2007 to June 2009.
Guitar Teacher at Music School of Bessancourt
June 30, 2010 - July 27, 2025
Guitar teacher from September 2007 to June 2010.
Composer and Producer at Renard des Brumes
January 1, 2023 - Present
Composed and produced original lo-fi and ambient music.
Composer and Producer at Saint Pop
January 1, 2023 - Present
Composed and produced original synth-pop music.
Composer and Producer at Arrogant Criminals
February 29, 2020 - July 27, 2025
Produced the debut album "Fine & Dandy" (February 2020), second EP (September 2017), and first EP (February 2012) for Arrogant Criminals.
Composer and Sound Producer at Various clients including Decathlon, XILAM, CREATOR, REFLEX
June 30, 2010 - July 27, 2025
Composed commercial soundtracks, theme songs, sound design for games, and event music including Decathlon commercial (2010), Les Daltons series theme (2009), Nintendo DS games (2009), and various event music compositions (2008).
Music Teacher at Music and Dance School of La Verrière
June 30, 2009 - July 27, 2025
Taught Computer-Assisted Music (MAO) from September 2007 to June 2009.
Guitar Teacher at Music School of Bessancourt
June 30, 2010 - July 27, 2025
Taught guitar from September 2007 to June 2010.
Composer and Producer at Renard des Brumes
January 1, 2023 - Present
Composed and produced original lo-fi and ambient music.
Composer and Producer at Saint Pop
January 1, 2023 - Present
Composed and produced original synth-pop music.
Music Teacher (Computer-Assisted Music) at Music and Dance School of La Verrière
June 30, 2009 - July 27, 2025
Taught computer-assisted music from September 2007 to June 2009, assisting students in music production techniques.
Guitar Teacher at Music School of Bessancourt
June 30, 2010 - July 27, 2025
Provided guitar lessons to students from September 2007 to June 2010.

Education

Professional musician diploma at Music Academy International (Nancy)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000
Final music diploma at Conservatory
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993
Scientific Baccalauréat at Versailles Academy
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995
Professional musician diploma at Music Academy International (Nancy)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000
Final music diploma at Conservatory
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993
Scientific Baccalauréat at Versailles Academy
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995
Professional Musician Diploma (Guitar) at Music Academy International (Nancy)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000
Final Music Diploma (Guitar) at Conservatory
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1993
Scientific Baccalauréat at Versailles Academy
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995

Qualifications

Vocal training at Studio des Variétés
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Video editing and color grading training (DaVinci Resolve) at Le 40e Rugissant
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
English training at the British Council
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021
Driving license (Category B)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2025
Vocal training at Studio des Variétés
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Video editing and color grading training (DaVinci Resolve) at Le 40e Rugissant
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
English training at the British Council
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021
Driving license (Category B)
January 11, 2030 - July 27, 2025
Vocal Training
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Video Editing and Color Grading Training (DaVinci Resolve)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
English Training
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Consumer Goods, Retail