17-Second Ghibli-esq Holiday Song

We are seeking a composer to create an original 17-second piece of music for a holiday animation with a Ghibli-inspired feel. The music should use a single lyrical and emotional theme that develops and resolves within the short duration, carrying a sense of warmth, magic, and nostalgia. The style should take inspiration from Joe Hisaishi’s lighter works such as Kiki’s Delivery Service, emphasizing gentle, cinematic, and intimate qualities rather than grandiosity. Instrumentation may include piano, light strings such as violin or cello, clarinet or flute, celeste or glockenspiel for sparkle, and minimal, soft percussion. The music should avoid typical Christmas clichés in favor of timelessness and elegance, perhaps hinting at the holidays with subtle elements like bells or celeste. The animation and music aim to evoke a sense of togetherness and holiday spirit, creating a brief but memorable moment of wonder. References for style are provided as YouTube links to similar works.

Budget range:
Small project ($750 – 1,500 USD)

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Who are you, and what do you do?
Creative Director

In what capacity are you hiring?
For my company

Where are you in the hiring process?
I’m ready to make a paid hire

What type of work is this?
Single job

What experience level is needed?:
Expert