I am Travis N. Bernau, an American music composer and sound designer based in Las Vegas. I create music and sound for video games, film, and television, collaborating with game developers and filmmakers on game jams, short films, web series, and feature films. My approach blends orchestral composition with adaptive audio workflows, hands-on sound design, using a wide array of DAWs and tools. I run Travis Bernau Music Studios where I teach piano, voice, songwriting, and music theory/production, bringing a collaborative and friendly energy to every project.

Travis Naoshi Bernau

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I am Travis N. Bernau, an American music composer and sound designer based in Las Vegas. I create music and sound for video games, film, and television, collaborating with game developers and filmmakers on game jams, short films, web series, and feature films. My approach blends orchestral composition with adaptive audio workflows, hands-on sound design, using a wide array of DAWs and tools. I run Travis Bernau Music Studios where I teach piano, voice, songwriting, and music theory/production, bringing a collaborative and friendly energy to every project.

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I am Travis N. Bernau, an American music composer and sound designer based in Las Vegas. I create music and sound for video games, film, and television, collaborating with game developers and filmmakers on game jams, short films, web series, and feature films. My approach blends orchestral composition with adaptive audio workflows, hands-on sound design, using a wide array of DAWs and tools. I run Travis Bernau Music Studios where I teach piano, voice, songwriting, and music theory/production, bringing a collaborative and friendly energy to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Audio/Music Composer, Sound Designer at Ryan K. (Video Game: Necroblobicon)
January 1, 2026 - Present
Collaborating on music and adaptive audio design for a video game project, creating musical cues and soundscapes for various in-game moments.
Music Composer at Aaron P. (Short Film)
January 1, 2026 - Present
Original score composition for a short film; collaborated with director to shape mood and pacing.
Music Composer at Chris A. (Web Series)
January 1, 2026 - Present
Music composition for a web series; theme development and episode scoring.
Music Composer at Darryl T. (Feature Film)
January 1, 2026 - Present
Original score and orchestration for a feature film; adaptable to production needs.
Owner, Music Composer, & Teacher at Travis Bernau Music Studios
January 1, 2019 - Present
Runs a private studio offering Piano, Voice, Songwriting, and Music Theory/Production instruction.
Audio/Music Composer, Sound Designer at Golden Character Design’s Indie Dev Hangout (Game Jelly)
February 1, 2025 - Present
Indie dev hangout livestream; contributing music for online community.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Composition at University of Nevada – Las Vegas (UNLV)
August 1, 2009 - May 31, 2014

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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