I am a composer from Hamburg, Germany, deeply influenced by classical and neoclassical music from various cultures, as well as rock music from the 60s to 00s and modern electronic genres. My work spans composition, recording, mixing, sound design, and music preparation, supported by extensive business experience in the music industry. I enjoy combining diverse musical styles and applying my technical skills to create compelling and emotionally resonant scores. Currently, I engage in freelance independent creative work, composing scores for films and documentaries, recording and mixing various projects, and supporting production music companies with catalogue management and music review. My education includes a Master of Music Theory and Composition in Screen Scoring from NYU and professional certificates in screen scoring and audio engineering, which enrich my approach to music and sound in media.

Benjamin Westphalen

I am a composer from Hamburg, Germany, deeply influenced by classical and neoclassical music from various cultures, as well as rock music from the 60s to 00s and modern electronic genres. My work spans composition, recording, mixing, sound design, and music preparation, supported by extensive business experience in the music industry. I enjoy combining diverse musical styles and applying my technical skills to create compelling and emotionally resonant scores. Currently, I engage in freelance independent creative work, composing scores for films and documentaries, recording and mixing various projects, and supporting production music companies with catalogue management and music review. My education includes a Master of Music Theory and Composition in Screen Scoring from NYU and professional certificates in screen scoring and audio engineering, which enrich my approach to music and sound in media.

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I am a composer from Hamburg, Germany, deeply influenced by classical and neoclassical music from various cultures, as well as rock music from the 60s to 00s and modern electronic genres. My work spans composition, recording, mixing, sound design, and music preparation, supported by extensive business experience in the music industry. I enjoy combining diverse musical styles and applying my technical skills to create compelling and emotionally resonant scores.

Currently, I engage in freelance independent creative work, composing scores for films and documentaries, recording and mixing various projects, and supporting production music companies with catalogue management and music review. My education includes a Master of Music Theory and Composition in Screen Scoring from NYU and professional certificates in screen scoring and audio engineering, which enrich my approach to music and sound in media.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Independent Creative Work
January 1, 2013 - Present
Composing, recording, and mixing music projects including film, documentary, and media scores. Notable works include the score for the Student-Oscar 2024 and College-Emmy 2025 winning documentary "A Dream Called Khushi" and the intro theme variation for "Fest & Flauschig," a top 10 German podcast since 2016. Also involved in recording, mixing, and mastering various projects.
Production Music Assistant at 4 Elements Music Production Music Company
May 18, 2025 - August 27, 2025
Performed general catalogue management, stem checking, audio exports, metadata tagging, file management, and participated in listening sessions and review of TV and trailer music entries.
Music Industry Professional at Kontor New Media / Kontor Records
December 31, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Handled channel & rights management and Content ID related tasks within the music distribution and record label environment.

Education

Master of Music Theory and Composition: Screen Scoring at New York University
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2025
Professional Certificate Screen Scoring at Berklee Online - College of Music
September 3, 2023 - May 9, 2025
Professional Certificate Audio Engineering at HOFA - College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
Private Lessons in Guitar and Piano at Private Lessons
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2020
Bachelor of Science Business Administration at University of Hamburg
October 4, 2015 - June 7, 2018

Qualifications

Professional Certificate Screen Scoring
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Professional Certificate Audio Engineering
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services