I'm Caleb Hebert, a composer and orchestrator based in Anaheim, California. I create original scores for theater, film, and large-scale productions, blending diverse musical styles to support narrative and atmosphere. With six years of professional experience, I lead projects from concept to execution, delivering high-quality scores under tight deadlines while collaborating closely with directors, performers, and production teams. Beyond writing and arranging, I teach piano and vocal technique, direct worship music in church settings, and mentor youth and athletes through music. I’m passionate about storytelling through melody, and I enjoy fusing Broadway traditions with Middle Eastern and Jewish musical flavors to serve unique narrative voices.

Caleb Hebert

I'm Caleb Hebert, a composer and orchestrator based in Anaheim, California. I create original scores for theater, film, and large-scale productions, blending diverse musical styles to support narrative and atmosphere. With six years of professional experience, I lead projects from concept to execution, delivering high-quality scores under tight deadlines while collaborating closely with directors, performers, and production teams. Beyond writing and arranging, I teach piano and vocal technique, direct worship music in church settings, and mentor youth and athletes through music. I’m passionate about storytelling through melody, and I enjoy fusing Broadway traditions with Middle Eastern and Jewish musical flavors to serve unique narrative voices.

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I’m Caleb Hebert, a composer and orchestrator based in Anaheim, California. I create original scores for theater, film, and large-scale productions, blending diverse musical styles to support narrative and atmosphere. With six years of professional experience, I lead projects from concept to execution, delivering high-quality scores under tight deadlines while collaborating closely with directors, performers, and production teams.

Beyond writing and arranging, I teach piano and vocal technique, direct worship music in church settings, and mentor youth and athletes through music. I’m passionate about storytelling through melody, and I enjoy fusing Broadway traditions with Middle Eastern and Jewish musical flavors to serve unique narrative voices.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Arranger at LifeHouse Theater
April 1, 2025 - Present
Orchestrator and Arranger for Bethlehem Marketplace and Jonah musicals; arranged chords, harmony, and instrumentation; released worship/gospel music, and produced 30 tracks across streaming platforms.
Worship Songwriter/Producer at Self-employed
March 1, 2025 - Present
Worship songwriter and producer creating original worship music; released multiple tracks and built an audience in worship/gospel scenes.
Music Composer / Music Director at Remember Jericho - The Musical
July 1, 2023 - Present
Music composer, lyricist, co-book writer, director, and manager for an original church ministry musical touring Southern California; blended Broadway with Middle Eastern/Jewish musical motifs; led cast of 20+ in vocal instruction, staging, choreography, and directing.
Volunteer Worship Leader at Richfield Community Church
December 1, 2019 - Present
Led and helped lead weekly worship services, playing piano, keys, and vocals; collaborated with sound and worship teams.
Private Piano Instructor at Private Piano Instruction (Self-Employed)
June 1, 2024 - Present
Private instructor for beginner and intermediate piano students in Orange County; tailored instruction to each student; encouraged growth mindset and the joy of music.
Composer at Helen Liu
October 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Composed original score for pilot film Still Us.
Assistant Music Composer at Greg Johnson
August 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Assisted in composing original score for protocol film representing State of Qatar; orchestrated music in a Thomas Newman-inspired style blending Middle Eastern and modern cinematic themes.
Music Director at Arts and Learning Conservatory
May 1, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Music director for The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition; taught music to children ages 5-16; conducted singing technique and musical ear training; led show rehearsals.
Music Composer at "Deception" - Short Film
March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Composed, orchestrated, arranged, produced, mixed, and mastered original score for film noir/jazz hybrid.
Head Baseball Coach at Evergreen Sierras
September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2025
Coached youth baseball teams; managed up to 25 players; mentored athletes with discipline, teamwork, and perseverance; facilitated skill development.
Composer at Mourning Dove - Short Film
April 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Composed and produced 12 minutes of original score in a hybrid of modern cinema and traditional Brazilian music.
Composer at "Five Minutes to Monk it Up" - Short Film
April 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Composed, arranged, produced, mixed, and mastered original score in a Chinese cinematic style with reference to Crazy Rich Asians; collaborated closely with director.
Composer at "Shadows Within" - Trailer
June 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Composed 4 minutes of original score for a horror/mystery trailer; produced, mixed, and mastered.
Film Composer's Assistant at Joshua Rodriguez - The Tempest
May 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Engineered orchestral sounds for live-action sci-fi adaptation; worked with DAWs and VSTs to create realistic mockups; score won Best Score at Chicago Film Frenzy (2025).
Music Composer at Wings Arising
July 1, 2021 - November 30, 2022
Composed 3 hours of original music for the audiobook My Father's World: The Journals of Corrie Bell Hollister Book 1 in an Early American/Western style; developed leitmotifs.
Child Care Worker at Private Families
September 1, 2017 - May 31, 2019
Cared for children aged 4-12; created safe, engaging activities; built strong rapport with families; implemented behavior management strategies.
Private Piano Instructor at Self-employed
June 1, 2024 - Present
Private instruction for beginner and intermediate piano students in Orange County; tailored teaching approaches; fosters growth mindset and a joy-based approach to practice.
Still Us – Composer at Helen Liu
October 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Original score composer for pilot film Still Us, blending contemporary and traditional influences.
Music Composer at Deception - Short Film
March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Composed, orchestrated, arranged, produced, mixed and mastered original score; film noir/jazz-influenced score.
Music Composer at Mourning Dove - Short Film
April 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Composed, arranged, produced, mixed and mastered 12 minutes of original score blending modern film music with Brazilian influences.
Music Composer at Five Minutes to Monk it Up - Short Film
April 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Original score in a Chinese musical style with Crazy Rich Asians reference; collaborated with director to align artistic vision.
Music Composer at Shadows Within
June 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Original score for trailer; 4 minutes; horror/mystery style; produced, mixed and mastered.
Music Composer at Wings Arising - The Journals of Corrie Bell Hollister
July 1, 2021 - November 30, 2022
Composed 3 hours of original music for audiobook; early American/Western style; developed leitmotifs to propel narrrative.
Symphonic Concert Arranger at (Remote)
May 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Organized, arranged, and composed a 1-hour orchestral concert; coordinated nearly 100 musicians and a 400-person audience; created original music across genres including symphonic, choir, and gospel.
Composer at Helen Liu - 'Still Us'
October 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Composer for pilot film score for TV series, blending traditional and contemporary styles to support mood and narrative.
Music Composer at Deception (Short Film)
March 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Composed, orchestrated, arranged, produced, mixed, and mastered original score in film noir, jazz trio, and orchestral jazz styles; aligned with director’s artistic vision.
Composer at Five Minutes to Monk it Up - Short Film
April 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Composed original score in a Chinese-influenced musical; produced, mixed, and mastered; collaborated with director to align with storytelling and comedic moments.
Music Composer at Shadows Within (Trailer)
June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Composed, arranged, produced, mixed, and mastered 4 minutes of original score for horror/mystery trailer.
Film Composer Assistant at Joshua Rodriguez - The Tempest
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Engineered orchestral sounds for live-action sci-fi adaptation; worked with VSTs and DAWs to create realistic orchestral mockups; score later recognized at a festival.
Symphonic Concert Arranger at Independent Project
May 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Organized, arranged, and composed a 1-hour orchestral concert; coordinated nearly 100 musicians and delivered a performance for about 400 attendees across multiple genres (symphonic, choir, orchestra, gospel, and singer-songwriter).
Music Composer at Mourning Dove (Short Film)
April 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Composed, arranged, produced, mixed, and mastered 12 minutes of original score; hybrid of contemporary film scoring and traditional Brazilian music.
Music Composer at Five Minutes to Monk it Up (Short Film)
April 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Composed, arranged, produced, mixed, and mastered an original score in a Chinese-influenced musical style with references to Crazy Rich Asians; collaborated with director to support comedic moments.

Education

Bachelor of Music in Music Composition for Stage and Screen at California Baptist University
September 1, 2022 - April 20, 2026
Cinematic Composing at Remote Online
November 1, 2024 - April 10, 2026
Bachelor of Music in Music Composition for Stage and Screen at California Baptist University
September 1, 2022 - April 20, 2026
Cinematic Composing at Remote
November 1, 2024 - April 10, 2026
Bachelor of Music in Music Composition for Stage and Screen at California Baptist University
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2026
Cinematic Composing at Remote Online course
November 1, 2024 - May 23, 2026
Bachelor of Music in Music Composition for Stage and Screen at California Baptist University
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2026

Qualifications

Driver's License
February 1, 2029 - April 10, 2026
Driver's License
February 1, 2029 - April 10, 2026
Best Soundtrack - Christian Film Festival
September 1, 2022 - April 10, 2026
Best Soundtrack - Christian Online Film Festival
June 1, 2022 - April 10, 2026
Driver's License
February 1, 2029 - May 23, 2026
Driver's License
February 1, 2029 - June 3, 2026
Cinematic Composing (Remote Online course in Music Composition)
November 1, 2024 - June 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other