Hi! My name is Naomi (she/her), and I am a composer seeking to harness my skills and passion for sonic world-building toward bringing your stories and settings to life. With two decades of musical experience, I have created original works for a myriad of contexts - from orchestras and jazz/funk bands to a cappella groups and rappers; for films, TV shows, video and TTRPG games, art galleries, and live events. I strive more than anything to foster immersion, connection, and community with each project through attentive and adaptive collaboration. In other words, I not only would love to help realize your vision, but I also would love to become your friend in the process! When I'm not making music or performing, I like to play card and board games, research new pets to nurture, find new recipes to cook, and teach people how to fence (the sport, not the structure). I look forward to working together soon <3 Portfolio: naomiyin.com

Naomi Yin

Hi! My name is Naomi (she/her), and I am a composer seeking to harness my skills and passion for sonic world-building toward bringing your stories and settings to life. With two decades of musical experience, I have created original works for a myriad of contexts - from orchestras and jazz/funk bands to a cappella groups and rappers; for films, TV shows, video and TTRPG games, art galleries, and live events. I strive more than anything to foster immersion, connection, and community with each project through attentive and adaptive collaboration. In other words, I not only would love to help realize your vision, but I also would love to become your friend in the process! When I'm not making music or performing, I like to play card and board games, research new pets to nurture, find new recipes to cook, and teach people how to fence (the sport, not the structure). I look forward to working together soon <3 Portfolio: naomiyin.com

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Hi! My name is Naomi (she/her), and I am a composer seeking to harness my skills and passion for sonic world-building toward bringing your stories and settings to life.

With two decades of musical experience, I have created original works for a myriad of contexts - from orchestras and jazz/funk bands to a cappella groups and rappers; for films, TV shows, video and TTRPG games, art galleries, and live events. I strive more than anything to foster immersion, connection, and community with each project through attentive and adaptive collaboration. In other words, I not only would love to help realize your vision, but I also would love to become your friend in the process!

When I’m not making music or performing, I like to play card and board games, research new pets to nurture, find new recipes to cook, and teach people how to fence (the sport, not the structure). I look forward to working together soon <3

Portfolio: naomiyin.com

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Language

Chinese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Danish
Intermediate

Work Experience

Film/Media Composer and Music Producer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2018 - June 24, 2024
Compose and produce original musical works for independent artists, performance groups, filmmakers, developers, and event organizers. Create regular musical duets and original music content on TikTok with over 570,000 likes and over 13,300 followers. Portfolio available at naomiyin.com.
Alto Saxophonist and Lead Vocalist at Gordon Collective
January 1, 2024 - June 24, 2024
Perform jazz standards and original compositions in regular shows. Organize performances with bar, restaurant, and event managers.
Music Director and Bass Singer at The After School Specials
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
Led 16-member a-cappella group with 3,000 Spotify monthly listeners, records with over 600,000 Spotify plays, and finalist position in the 2018 International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA). Wrote 9 arrangements yearly with 6 voice parts, including arrangements used to compete on Season 16 of America’s Got Talent. Organized triweekly rehearsals managing rehearsal logistics, group and individual instruction, and interpersonal dynamics.
Co-Founder and Band Director at Tea Rooom
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Led weekly rehearsals as lead vocalist, pianist, and saxophonist. Organized 12 paid gigs per semester on and off campus including school, work events, weddings, and music festivals. Designed social media outreach plan and website; featured in community newspaper within first week of conception.
Lead Saxophonist at Pomona College Jazz Ensemble
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Played at biweekly rehearsals and led 6-person big-band-style sax section. Most featured soloist in concerts occurring twice/semester with 8-song setlists.
Bass Singer at Pomona College Glee Club
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Selected as 1 of 23 singers from the Pomona College Choir for singing quality, learning speed, and musical sensitivity. Rehearsed triweekly to learn 16-18 songs each semester for multiple international and domestic performances.
Principal Bassoonist at Pomona College Orchestra
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Performed regularly in concerts for campus and local community.
Lead Alto Saxophonist/Principal Bassoonist at Interlochen Center For The Arts
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
Performed weekly concerts on public radio for the World Youth Symphony Orchestra, World Youth Wind Ensemble, and High School Jazz Ensemble.

Education

B.A. at POMONA COLLEGE
January 1, 2019 - May 31, 2023
High School Diploma at PHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY
January 1, 2015 - June 30, 2019

Qualifications

Recipient, Margery Smith Briggs Prize
September 1, 2019 - May 31, 2023
Recognized for outstanding contributions as a leading member of the Pomona College Jazz Ensemble, Pomona College Glee Club, Pomona College Choir, and Pomona College Orchestra.
Nominee, The US Presidential Scholars Program
September 1, 2015 - June 30, 2019
Chosen for overall academic, artistic, leadership, and technical success and contributions to the local community.
Pomona College Remote Alternative Independent Summer Experience (RAISE)
June 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Awarded competitive grant to compose, record, and produce a musical album alongside video statement and written project proposal, based on self-conducted research on the psychological effects of music making and listening on social connection during COVID-19 isolation.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other