I'm Willie G. Russell Jr, a composer and producer with an end-to-end production pipeline spanning orchestration, MIDI composition, mixing, mastering, and sound design for film, television, and original score work. As the founder of Sound Bout Right Productions, I collaborate with directors, editors, and fellow artists to develop musical themes and sonic identities that elevate storytelling. I also bring a background in instrumental music education, delivering a disciplined, detail-driven approach to collaborative projects and expanding into interactive and game audio.…

Willie G. Russell Jr

I'm Willie G. Russell Jr, a composer and producer with an end-to-end production pipeline spanning orchestration, MIDI composition, mixing, mastering, and sound design for film, television, and original score work. As the founder of Sound Bout Right Productions, I collaborate with directors, editors, and fellow artists to develop musical themes and sonic identities that elevate storytelling. I also bring a background in instrumental music education, delivering a disciplined, detail-driven approach to collaborative projects and expanding into interactive and game audio.…

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I’m Willie G. Russell Jr, a composer and producer with an end-to-end production pipeline spanning orchestration, MIDI composition, mixing, mastering, and sound design for film, television, and original score work.

As the founder of Sound Bout Right Productions, I collaborate with directors, editors, and fellow artists to develop musical themes and sonic identities that elevate storytelling. I also bring a background in instrumental music education, delivering a disciplined, detail-driven approach to collaborative projects and expanding into interactive and game audio.

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Work Experience

Director of Bands at Rusk Middle School (HISD)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Directed instrumental music program for grades 6–8, focusing on musical development, ensemble performance, and creative expression; designed curriculum emphasizing theory, listening skills, and interpretive performance; arranged and orchestrated music; mentored students.
Director of Bands at Cullen Middle School (HISD)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Directed band program for middle school ensembles; developed lesson plans integrating music theory, ear training, and performance techniques; organized concerts; provided mentorship and leadership to young musicians.
Director of Bands at Yates High School (HISD)
August 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018
• Assisted in directing high school instrumental ensembles and coordinating rehearsals and performances. • Arranged music for ensembles and contributed to performance preparation. • Supported instruction in music theory, ensemble playing, and musical interpretation. • Collaborated with senior band staff to manage rehearsals, performances, and student development.
Assistant Director of Bands at Yates High School (HISD)
August 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018
• Assisted in directing high school instrumental ensembles and coordinating rehearsals and performances. • Arranged music for ensembles and contributed to performance preparation. • Supported instruction in music theory, ensemble playing, and musical interpretation. • Collaborated with senior band staff to manage rehearsals, performances, and student development.

Education

M.A. Music Scoring & Composition at Academy of Art University
January 11, 2030 - June 24, 2026
B.A. Music | Minor: Psychology at Prairie View A&M University
August 1, 2008 - June 1, 2014

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
    Psychological Thriller Scene_Extended_Demo Reel 1
    The most dangerous moments in a thriller are the ones that stay quiet. This clip showcases a fully original score built to demonstrate the psychological tension and dramatic nuance that music alone can bring to a character-driven thriller. Where silence is a weapon and every note is a decision. Composed and produced as a standalone cinematic demo, this piece reflects the range, depth, and intentionality that Sound Bout Right Productions® brings to every scoring project. Independent of picture, and built entirely on the power of the story itself. Composed, orchestrated, produced and mastered by Willie Russell Jr. | Sound Bout Right Productions® 🌐 Website https://www.twine.net/signin Follow Sound Bout Right Productions® on ALL Platforms https://www.twine.net/signin FilmComposer FilmScoring OriginalScore CinematicMusic OrchestralMusic MusicProducer FilmMusic SyncLicensing ScoreComposer SoundBoutRight…
    Sound Bout Right Productions_Demo Reel 1
    A cinematic demo reel showcasing original score work across five distinct genres — epic action, suspenseful world action, dramatic world music, horror and dread, and dramatic thriller. Each piece was composed, orchestrated, produced, and mastered independently of picture to demonstrate range, emotional depth, and genre versatility. This reel reflects the full creative and technical process behind every Sound Bout Right Productions® score — from original composition and orchestration through final mix and master, built to bring weight, tension, and emotional truth to film, television, and interactive media. Available for original scoring, sync licensing, and collaborative projects with directors and creators at any level. 🌐 https://www.twine.net/signin 🔗 https://www.twine.net/signin FilmComposer FilmScoring OriginalScore CinematicMusic OrchestralMusic MusicProducer FilmMusic SyncLicensing ScoreComposer MediaComposer Orchestrator GameComposer SoundBoutRight…
    Suspense_World Scene_Extended_Demo Reel 1
    Some scores don't wait for permission. They hit the ground running and never let go. This clip showcases a fully original score built to demonstrate the intensity, momentum, and global sonic tension that music alone can bring to suspenseful action-driven storytelling. Composed and produced as a standalone cinematic demo, this piece reflects the range, depth, and intentionality that Sound Bout Right Productions® brings to every scoring project. Independent of picture, and built entirely on the power of the story itself. Composed, orchestrated, produced and mastered by Willie Russell Jr. | Sound Bout Right Productions® 🌐 Website https://www.twine.net/signin Follow Sound Bout Right Productions® on ALL Platforms https://www.twine.net/signin FilmComposer FilmScoring OriginalScore CinematicMusic OrchestralMusic MusicProducer FilmMusic SyncLicensing ScoreComposer SoundBoutRight…
    Horror | Dread Scene_Extended_Demo Reel 1
    Some scores don't announce themselves. They arrive slowly until you realize they were always there. This clip showcases a fully original score built to demonstrate the psychological weight that music alone can carry in the horror and suspense genre. Composed and produced as a standalone cinematic demo, this piece reflects the range, depth, and intentionality that Sound Bout Right Productions® brings to every scoring project. Independent of picture, and built entirely on the power of the story itself. Composed, orchestrated, produced and mastered by Willie Russell Jr. | Sound Bout Right Productions® 🌐 Website https://www.twine.net/signin Follow Sound Bout Right Productions® on ALL Platforms https://www.twine.net/signin FilmComposer FilmScoring OriginalScore CinematicMusic OrchestralMusic MusicProducer FilmMusic SyncLicensing ScoreComposer SoundBoutRight…