Hi, I'm Ben Carringer, an international award-winning composer, songwriter, and producer with over five years of experience in composing for film and video game projects. I specialize in orchestration and music production, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring unique musical visions to life under tight deadlines. I currently serve as a Music Director and Production Director at Celebration Baptist Church while freelancing as a music composer. I am passionate about creating original music, scoring to picture, and providing high-quality sound design, with a particular love for video game composition and scoring for film.

Ben Carringer

Hi, I'm Ben Carringer, an international award-winning composer, songwriter, and producer with over five years of experience in composing for film and video game projects. I specialize in orchestration and music production, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring unique musical visions to life under tight deadlines. I currently serve as a Music Director and Production Director at Celebration Baptist Church while freelancing as a music composer. I am passionate about creating original music, scoring to picture, and providing high-quality sound design, with a particular love for video game composition and scoring for film.

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Hi, I’m Ben Carringer, an international award-winning composer, songwriter, and producer with over five years of experience in composing for film and video game projects. I specialize in orchestration and music production, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring unique musical visions to life under tight deadlines.

I currently serve as a Music Director and Production Director at Celebration Baptist Church while freelancing as a music composer. I am passionate about creating original music, scoring to picture, and providing high-quality sound design, with a particular love for video game composition and scoring for film.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Director/Production Director at Celebration Baptist Church
July 1, 2023 - June 12, 2024
Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances. Composed and arranged original music for various performances. Played piano, organ, and guitar in a worship band. Programmed lights, sound, and lyrics for live performances. Coordinated scheduling for band and volunteers during Sunday worship. Managed facilities ensuring functional gear and proper cabling, fostering a positive rehearsal environment and open communication among musicians.
Music Composer at Fiverr, Freelance
January 1, 2022 - March 31, 2024
Consulted with directors and producers to coordinate musical cues and artistic vision. Used Pro Tools and Sibelius software to arrange soundtrack cuts. Wrote and arranged music for video games such as 'Grandpa Knight' and 'Slayer of Stage'. Composed music for over ten small independent films and commercials.
Summer Camp Supervisor at YMCA
June 1, 2020 - May 31, 2022
Supervised and guided students during sporting activities, managed camper behavior with discipline, and communicated with parents and staff regarding camp scheduling. Created engaging sports teaching approaches and maintained operational facilities.
Music Director/Production Director at Celebration Baptist Church
July 1, 2023 - June 21, 2024
Led live music performances and rehearsals, directing musicians to achieve top-notch performances. Composed and arranged original music for various performances. Played piano, organ, and guitar in worship band. Programmed lights, sound, and lyrics for live performance. Coordinated and scheduled band and volunteers for Sunday Worship. Controlled instrumental tracks from stage and pre-mixed band for live performances. Managed facilities, ensuring functioning gear and proper cabling. Fostered a positive rehearsal environment, promoting open communication and constructive feedback among musicians.
Music Producer at Self Employed, Remote
February 1, 2020 - June 21, 2024
Enhanced artists’ creativity by providing expert guidance on song arrangements and production techniques.
Music Composer at Fiverr, Freelance
January 1, 2022 - March 31, 2024
Consulted with directors and producers to determine placement of musical cues and coordinate artistic vision. Used "Pro Tools" and "Sibelius" to arrange cuts of soundtracks for projects. Wrote and arranged music for video games "Grandpa Knight" and "Slayer of Stage". Composed music for over 10 small, independent film projects and commercials.

Education

Bachelor of Music at Biola University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Bachelor of Music at Berklee College of Music
June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
High School Diploma at Mazama High School
January 1, 2016 - June 30, 2020
Bachelor of Music at Biola University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Bachelor of Music at Berklee College of Music
June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
High School Diploma at Mazama High School, Klamath Falls, OR
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Bachelor of Music at Biola University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Bachelor of Music at Berklee College of Music
June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
High School Diploma at Mazama High School
January 1, 2015 - June 30, 2020

Qualifications

International Angel Award Winner for Best Song (7 Days)
May 4, 2025 - May 4, 2025
International Christian Festival of Film and Music (ICFF)
Professional Recording Competition Winner; BIOLA University (The Young Adventure: A Duet for Violin and Cello)
June 12, 2023 - June 12, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Non-Profit Organization
    uniE608 Sci-Fi Dramatic/Action Scene
    Music for an epic, action scene with dramatic weight! Composed for the Award-Winning sci-fi film Farthest Space: Flight of the Valkyrie filmscore filmdirector filmmusic drama sci-fi music orchestra
    uniE608 Valkyrie Assemble!
    A classic "assembling the team" scene from the Award-Winning short film Farthest Space:Flight of the Valkyrie. filmmusic filmmaker orchestra actionfilm sci-fi originalscore
    uniE608 Animation: Adventurous Scene
    Here is a clip form an animated film I rescored! It features a montage of a determined, adventurous woman traversing harsh terrain. animation film quest orchestra film music
    uniE608 7 Days Music Video
    I arranged and produced the music for Kinsley Treadwell's international-award winning song "7 Days" CCM music musicvideo film 7days originalsong
    uniE608 Quirky Animated Film
    An eccentric score for a fun animated project! aniamtion film score orchestra music
    uniE608 Rescore of No Country For Old Men
    A rescore of a brilliant scene for the film "No Country For Old Men. film modernfilm hybridscore music filmdirector video
    uniE608 Sci-Fi Action Film Opening Sequence
    The opening scene to the Award-Winning short film Farthest Space: Flight of the Valkyrie. Filmmusic music filmdirector actionfilm sci-fi orchestra
    uniE608 Ending Credits for Falling Roses Chapter 2
    The end credit roll from the YouTube film "Falling Roses Chapter 2". This theme serves as the main theme for the whole film! YouTube film music orchestra
    uniE608 Overhills Gameplay Trailer
    Original Music for the official Overhills Video Game Trailer! Featuring a Slavic-sound with upbeat, ethnic percussion. videogame music composition gameplay trailer
    uniE608 Legacy: An Epic Orchestral Piece
    Here's a clip to an original orchestral piece! Videogame orchestralmusic epic fantasyadventure dnd