Hi, I’m Sydney Musinde, a film composer and music business student at Arizona State University. I’m passionate about scoring for visual media, ensemble coordination, and storytelling through music, with a strong interest in how sound supports narrative and emotion. I’ve built hands-on experience in stage management, orchestral performance, and collaborative composition through school and community ensembles, ASU productions, and student film work. I’m actively seeking internships or assistant composer roles to deepen my industry experience and contribute to compelling visual storytelling.

Sydney Musinde

Hi, I’m Sydney Musinde, a film composer and music business student at Arizona State University. I’m passionate about scoring for visual media, ensemble coordination, and storytelling through music, with a strong interest in how sound supports narrative and emotion. I’ve built hands-on experience in stage management, orchestral performance, and collaborative composition through school and community ensembles, ASU productions, and student film work. I’m actively seeking internships or assistant composer roles to deepen my industry experience and contribute to compelling visual storytelling.

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Hi, I’m Sydney Musinde, a film composer and music business student at Arizona State University. I’m passionate about scoring for visual media, ensemble coordination, and storytelling through music, with a strong interest in how sound supports narrative and emotion.

I’ve built hands-on experience in stage management, orchestral performance, and collaborative composition through school and community ensembles, ASU productions, and student film work. I’m actively seeking internships or assistant composer roles to deepen my industry experience and contribute to compelling visual storytelling.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Stage Manager, Assistant Director, Co-Choreographer at Reynoldsburg Drama Club
May 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Managed rehearsal schedules, stage logistics, and prop/costume team; assisted in directing and choreography for school productions; performed as singer and actress in musicals when needed.
First Chair Viola at Vienna Orchestra
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Led sectionals and supported younger musicians during practices; selected music for performances in collaboration with conductors.
Assistant Stage Manager (ASM) at ASU Opera Production
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Supported backstage operations and technical coordination for a college-level opera; assisted with cue calls, cast movement, and production logistics.
Composer Participant at Borromeo String Quartet Session
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Composed a string piece for the internationally recognized Borromeo String Quartet; participated in a live sight-reading session with the ensemble.
Co-Composer at Student Film Project – Fade Into Her
June 1, 2025 - November 24, 2025
Co-composed an original score for a student short film; collaborated with director to align music with emotional tone and narrative beats.
Stage Manager / Assistant Director / Co-Choreographer at Reynoldsburg Drama Club
May 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Managed rehearsal schedules, stage logistics, and prop/costume team; assisted in directing and choreography for school productions; performed as singer and actress in musicals when needed.
Co-Producer at Composition Recital
May 31, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Co-produced final composition department recital; volunteered to manage rehearsals and coordination for four student quartets; composed and presented an original piece as part of the recital program.
Composer Participant at Borromeo String Quartet Session
January 31, 2025 - January 31, 2025
Composed a string piece for the Borromeo String Quartet and participated in a live sight-reading session with the ensemble.
Co-Composer at Fade Into Her (Student Film Project)
August 31, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Co-composed an original score for a student short film; collaborated with fellow composer and director to align music with emotional tone and narrative beats.
Store Associate at Old Navy
August 31, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Operated both front-end and back-end operations during peak periods; trained new associates on store systems and best practices.
Store Associate at Old Navy
July 31, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Operated both front-end and back-end operations during peak periods; trained new associates on store systems and best practices.
Summer Arts Counselor at Reynoldsburg City Schools
August 31, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Facilitated creative activities for children, encouraging self-expression; built rapport with students while maintaining a safe, inclusive environment.
Associate Barista at Starbucks
August 31, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Fulfilled all beverage and customer service duties in a fast-paced setting.
Stage Manager, Assistant Director, Co-Choreographer at Reynoldsburg Drama Club
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024
Managed rehearsal schedules, stage logistics, and prop/costume team; assisted in directing and choreography for school productions; performed as singer and actress in musicals when needed.
First Chair Viola at Vienna Orchestra
October 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Led sectionals and supported younger musicians during practices; selected music for performances in collaboration with conductors.
Co-Producer at Composition Recital Co-Producer, ASU 2024-25 Year-End Recital
April 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Co-produced the final composition department recital; voluntarily managed rehearsals and coordination for four student quartets; composed and presented an original piece as part of the recital program.

Education

BA/BS in Music Composition and Theory at Arizona State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2028
Diploma at Reynoldsburg City High School (Summit Campus)
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
BA/BS in Music Composition and Theory at Arizona State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2028
High School Diploma at Reynoldsburg City High School (Summit Campus)
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Arts at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2028
High School Diploma at Reynoldsburg City High School (Summit Campus), Reynoldsburg, OH
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

Provost Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
ASU Living and Learning Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Governor Mike DeWine Top 5% Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Valedictorian
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Orchestra Senior Award
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025

Industry Experience

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