I am an accomplished, award-winning composer with over 45 years of professional experience scoring feature films, television, documentaries, trailers, advertising, and digital media. I craft emotionally resonant, narrative-driven scores that elevate storytelling across genres—from sweeping cinematic orchestral themes to modern hybrid sound design. I collaborate closely with directors, producers, and studios, delivering remote scoring pipelines, broadcast-ready mixes, stems, and polished cues under aggressive deadlines. I believe music is a narrative force that shapes emotion, deepens character, and unifies the visual language of film.

Rick Balentine

I am an accomplished, award-winning composer with over 45 years of professional experience scoring feature films, television, documentaries, trailers, advertising, and digital media. I craft emotionally resonant, narrative-driven scores that elevate storytelling across genres—from sweeping cinematic orchestral themes to modern hybrid sound design. I collaborate closely with directors, producers, and studios, delivering remote scoring pipelines, broadcast-ready mixes, stems, and polished cues under aggressive deadlines. I believe music is a narrative force that shapes emotion, deepens character, and unifies the visual language of film.

Available to hire

I am an accomplished, award-winning composer with over 45 years of professional experience scoring feature films, television, documentaries, trailers, advertising, and digital media. I craft emotionally resonant, narrative-driven scores that elevate storytelling across genres—from sweeping cinematic orchestral themes to modern hybrid sound design.

I collaborate closely with directors, producers, and studios, delivering remote scoring pipelines, broadcast-ready mixes, stems, and polished cues under aggressive deadlines. I believe music is a narrative force that shapes emotion, deepens character, and unifies the visual language of film.

See more

Work Experience

Composer/Additional Music at Rick Balentine Music
January 1, 1995 - Present
For hire composer for independent film productions, including: The Kahiki Three and Me – Documentary In Tenebras – Thriller Going Home – Western The Pride – Drama Showing Roots - Drama
Additional Music Provider at Rick Balentine Music
January 1, 1995 - Present
Additional music provider for broadcast series, including: NCISLA Ted Lasso America's Got Talent NFL The Tonight Show NBC Top Story Sunday Night Football Meet The Press NBC Nightly News America's Next Top Model The Real Housewives Series Disney Junior Best Friends

Education

Add your educational history here.

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services