I'm Markus Wormstorm, a composer, producer and writer based in Cape Town. I score for film, television and global advertising campaigns, blending cinematic orchestral scoring with electronic textures and experimental sound design. My clients include STAR WARS, Google, Coke, Amazon, Audi and EA Games, and my work spans feature films, documentaries and brand campaigns. Over the years I’ve received international recognition, including an Annie Award for Outstanding Achievement in Music, a SAFTA Award for Best Original Score, and multiple Loerie, Clio and Ciclope awards. My credits include Star Wars Visions (Lucasfilm / Triggerfish), Class of ’96 (Netflix), Death of a Whistleblower, Four Corners and more, with ongoing projects through 2026.

Markus Wormstorm

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I'm Markus Wormstorm, a composer, producer and writer based in Cape Town. I score for film, television and global advertising campaigns, blending cinematic orchestral scoring with electronic textures and experimental sound design. My clients include STAR WARS, Google, Coke, Amazon, Audi and EA Games, and my work spans feature films, documentaries and brand campaigns. Over the years I’ve received international recognition, including an Annie Award for Outstanding Achievement in Music, a SAFTA Award for Best Original Score, and multiple Loerie, Clio and Ciclope awards. My credits include Star Wars Visions (Lucasfilm / Triggerfish), Class of ’96 (Netflix), Death of a Whistleblower, Four Corners and more, with ongoing projects through 2026.

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I’m Markus Wormstorm, a composer, producer and writer based in Cape Town. I score for film, television and global advertising campaigns, blending cinematic orchestral scoring with electronic textures and experimental sound design. My clients include STAR WARS, Google, Coke, Amazon, Audi and EA Games, and my work spans feature films, documentaries and brand campaigns.

Over the years I’ve received international recognition, including an Annie Award for Outstanding Achievement in Music, a SAFTA Award for Best Original Score, and multiple Loerie, Clio and Ciclope awards. My credits include Star Wars Visions (Lucasfilm / Triggerfish), Class of ’96 (Netflix), Death of a Whistleblower, Four Corners and more, with ongoing projects through 2026.

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Experience Level

Work Experience

Composer & Choral Arrangement at STAR WARS
May 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Annie Award for Best Original Score
Composer at Four Corners Feature Film
May 1, 2014 - May 1, 2015
Safta Award for Best Original Score
Composer for 6 part Neflix Series at KAE
April 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
I scored a 6 part docuseries, and managed the sync licenses for 40 songs
Composer & Choral Arrangement at Lucasfilm / Triggerfish
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Composed musical score and choral arrangements for Star Wars Visions project; created orchestral textures and vocal arrangements contributing to the film's emotional and epic scope.
Composer at KAE Productions
April 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Composer for Netflix six-part documentary Class of ’96, chronicling South Africa’s historic 1996 African Cup of Nations victory; collaborated with sound design and score production.
Composer at KAE Productions
August 1, 2023 - July 31, 2024
Composer for feature film Death of a Whistleblower, premiered at TIFF and won Best African Film at Johannesburg International Film Festival.
Composer at KAE Productions
December 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Composer for feature film The Drop; contributed original score and soundtrack elements.
Composer at Giant Films
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Composer for Four Corners, a Giant Films project; produced original score to support the film's narrative.
Composer at Huge Inc (Washington DC)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Led musical composition for Squirrel brand campaign; created sonic branding and integration with campaign visuals.
Audio Engineer at Strange Beast (London)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Adapted original composition for Hendricks Gin European campaign; engineered audio workflows and ensured alignment with brand tone.
Composer at Team One (Los Angeles)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Composer for Lexus TV commercial; crafted electronic and orchestral palettes; collaborated with producers and directors.
Composer at Joe Public Agency
August 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Brand campaign composer for Santam; developed musical tone and synchronized with visual campaign.
Composer at Gentlemen Films
February 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Composer for Millers global campaign; produced music to match global marketing visuals.

Education

Masters in Arts at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
I passed with distinction

Qualifications

Annie Award best Original Score
May 1, 2007 - May 25, 2026
Star Wars Visions - Aau's Song
Annecy Award, Special Distinction
May 1, 2007 - May 25, 2026
SAFTA Award- Best Original Score
May 1, 2014 - May 25, 2026
Four Corners - South Africa's nominations for The Oscars.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other