I am a versatile composer and music director with 7+ years in the Irish music and theatre scene, blending classical, jazz, and rock/metal influences to create original scores and dynamic live performances. I specialize in crafting cinematic, emotionally resonant scores for theatre productions, orchestrating arrangements, and leading collaborative ensembles from rehearsal to stage. I thrive in diverse teams, cultivating a supportive, creative atmosphere and coordinating cross-functional colleagues to deliver polished productions. I am passionate about nurturing talent, engaging audiences, and expanding the artistic possibilities of every project through thoughtful leadership and innovative collaboration.

Ciarán Jordan-McDermott

I am a versatile composer and music director with 7+ years in the Irish music and theatre scene, blending classical, jazz, and rock/metal influences to create original scores and dynamic live performances. I specialize in crafting cinematic, emotionally resonant scores for theatre productions, orchestrating arrangements, and leading collaborative ensembles from rehearsal to stage. I thrive in diverse teams, cultivating a supportive, creative atmosphere and coordinating cross-functional colleagues to deliver polished productions. I am passionate about nurturing talent, engaging audiences, and expanding the artistic possibilities of every project through thoughtful leadership and innovative collaboration.

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I am a versatile composer and music director with 7+ years in the Irish music and theatre scene, blending classical, jazz, and rock/metal influences to create original scores and dynamic live performances. I specialize in crafting cinematic, emotionally resonant scores for theatre productions, orchestrating arrangements, and leading collaborative ensembles from rehearsal to stage.

I thrive in diverse teams, cultivating a supportive, creative atmosphere and coordinating cross-functional colleagues to deliver polished productions. I am passionate about nurturing talent, engaging audiences, and expanding the artistic possibilities of every project through thoughtful leadership and innovative collaboration.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Band Leader at The Dublin Band / The Hothouse Flowers collaborators
July 1, 2024 - Present
Led diverse ensembles across festivals and community events; fostered collaborative creativity, raised on-stage performance quality, and coordinated cross-functional team efforts to realize creative visions.
Actor at Apple TV: Bad Sisters
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Non-speaking, minor character in 2022 production; contributed to on-set rehearsals and performance energy.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) at Dundalk Institute Of Technology
September 9, 2019 - November 11, 2024
Grade 8 Music Theory Diploma at Royal Irish Academy of Music
September 9, 2012 - May 15, 2019
Grade 8 Violin Diploma at Royal Irish Academy of Music
September 9, 2012 - May 15, 2019
Grade 8 Guitar at Royal Irish Academy of Music
February 12, 2019 - September 10, 2019
Classical Voice Training at Dundalk Institute of Technology
September 9, 2021 - November 11, 2024
Grade 8 in Acting and Drama at Trinity College London
May 1, 2015 - October 1, 2019
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree at Dundalk Institute of Technology
September 1, 2019 - November 1, 2024

Qualifications

Grade 8 in Acting and Drama
May 1, 2015 - October 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services

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