Hi, I’m Nicole Lee. I am a composer and theatre sound designer with rich stage experience, and I have a deep understanding of both Taiwan and Western film and television works. I pride myself on clear communication, reliable coordination, and precise handling of writing and scripts. I enjoy collaborating across teams to bring musical and sonic storytelling to life on stage and screen. I am passionate about social issues and cross-disciplinary topics, and I love turning complex ideas into engaging music and soundscapes across genres and media. I continually seek opportunities to contribute creatively, technically, and strategically to impactful projects.

Nicole Lee

Hi, I’m Nicole Lee. I am a composer and theatre sound designer with rich stage experience, and I have a deep understanding of both Taiwan and Western film and television works. I pride myself on clear communication, reliable coordination, and precise handling of writing and scripts. I enjoy collaborating across teams to bring musical and sonic storytelling to life on stage and screen. I am passionate about social issues and cross-disciplinary topics, and I love turning complex ideas into engaging music and soundscapes across genres and media. I continually seek opportunities to contribute creatively, technically, and strategically to impactful projects.

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Hi, I’m Nicole Lee. I am a composer and theatre sound designer with rich stage experience, and I have a deep understanding of both Taiwan and Western film and television works. I pride myself on clear communication, reliable coordination, and precise handling of writing and scripts. I enjoy collaborating across teams to bring musical and sonic storytelling to life on stage and screen.

I am passionate about social issues and cross-disciplinary topics, and I love turning complex ideas into engaging music and soundscapes across genres and media. I continually seek opportunities to contribute creatively, technically, and strategically to impactful projects.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent

Work Experience

Film Composer - Scoring for Pass a Way
March 1, 2023 - Present
Composed original score for the animated short film Pass a Way; maintained close communication with the director to ensure creative alignment; delivered multiple revisions to meet narrative and emotional goals.
Film Composer - Scoring for HÅLLA ANDA
April 1, 2025 - Present
Composed original score for the narrative film HÅLLA ANDA; collaborated with the director, incorporated creative feedback through multiple revisions; prepared score and parts; conducted and recorded the piece with a professional orchestral ensemble at the Bulgarian National Radio.
Film Composer - Lighting Project
March 1, 2023 - Present
Composing theatrical music for the client's lighting project with a focus on precision and originality; conferring with the client to implement revisions for the lighting context.
Sound Effects Team Member at Senior Play – Cleansed
December 1, 2020 - September 10, 2025
Directed sound design and effects implementation for a full-length stage production.
Sound Effects Team Leader at Senior Play – Noises Off
December 1, 2022 - September 10, 2025
Directed sound design and effects implementation for a full-length stage production.
Sound Effects Team Member at Annual Play – Suddenly, Last Summer
June 1, 2021 - September 10, 2025
Directed sound design and effects for the annual production.
Mixing Engineer
March 1, 2023 - Present
Editing raw audio files of each instrument; applying mixing techniques to improve the sound; maintaining client communication to ensure the mix meets expectations; contributing to scoring projects and MIDI mockups using Logic Pro; overseeing live recording sessions with professional musicians and ensembles.
Performer at Iron Rose Music Festival
October 1, 2022 - Present
Performed at the Iron Rose Music Festival.
Performer at Taipei Jazz Music Festival
November 27, 2021 - Present
Performed at the Taipei Jazz Music Festival.
Director and Screenwriter at 景美女中劇場周 (MayB)
February 1, 2018 - May 1, 2018
Directed and wrote the stage play MayB; awarded Best Director and Best Drama at 景美劇場周.
Stage Sound Technician at Fu Jen English Annual Play - Suddenly, Last Summer
February 1, 2020 - July 31, 2020
Member of the theatre sound effects team for the annual production (SUDDENLY, LAST SUMMER).
Stage Sound Technician at Fu Jen English Senior Play - Cleansed
September 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Member of the theatre sound effects team for the senior play.
Opening Guest at Taipei Jazz Festival
October 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021
Opening guest; collaboration with Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Taipei City Government.
Head of Sound Effects at Fu Jen English Senior Play - Noises Off
September 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Led the theatre sound effects team for Noises Off.
Guest Performer at Taoyuan Iron Rose Music Festival
October 1, 2022 - October 31, 2022
Guest performer at the Taoyuan Iron Rose Music Festival.
Film Composer at HÅLLA ANDAN
March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Composed score for the film HÅLLA ANDAN; scored in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Director and Screenwriter at 景美女生中劇場周 - MayB
February 1, 2018 - May 31, 2018
Directed and wrote for MayB in 景美女生中劇場周.
Stage Sound Technician at Fu Jen English Annual Play - Suddenly, Last Summer
February 1, 2020 - July 31, 2020
Stage sound technician for the annual production.
Stage Sound Technician at Fu Jen English Senior Play - Cleansed
September 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Stage sound technician for Cleansed.
Opening Guest at Taipei Jazz Festival
October 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021
Opening guest; collaboration with government entities.
Head of Sound Effects at Fu Jen English Senior Play - Noises Off
September 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Led the sound effects team for Noises Off.
Guest Performer at Taoyuan Iron Rose Music Festival
October 1, 2022 - October 31, 2022
Guest performer at the Taoyuan Iron Rose Music Festival.
Film Composer at Pass a Way (Animated Short)
April 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
Composer for an animated short Pass a Way.

Education

MFA in Music for Motion Pictures and Contemporary Media (Film Scoring) at Film Scoring Academy of Europe
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature at Fu Jen Catholic University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Master of Fine Arts in Music for Motion Pictures and Contemporary Media at Film Scoring Academy of Europe - Bulgaria
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Iron Rose Music Competition - Second Place Winner
September 17, 2022 - September 10, 2025
SOCIETY OF COMPOSERS & LYRICISTS SCHOLARSHIP
September 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
SCL Interview Feature - The Society of Composers & Lyricists
October 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Half Scholarship (ASCAP)
September 1, 2018 - March 17, 2026
MFA admission scholarship (Film Scoring Academy of Europe / Bulgaria)
September 1, 2024 - March 17, 2026
Magazine Interview (ASCAP Award magazine feature)
October 1, 2024 - March 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet