Hi, I'm Rutger van Gelder, a music producer and composer focused on radio imaging, branding, and production music. I craft sound that helps brands stand out, blending creative concepts with technical precision. Over my freelance career I collaborate with broadcasters, artists and digital media teams to deliver fast, broadcast-quality music and sonic branding. I enjoy translating a brand's identity into sound that listeners remember.

Rutger van Gelder

Hi, I'm Rutger van Gelder, a music producer and composer focused on radio imaging, branding, and production music. I craft sound that helps brands stand out, blending creative concepts with technical precision. Over my freelance career I collaborate with broadcasters, artists and digital media teams to deliver fast, broadcast-quality music and sonic branding. I enjoy translating a brand's identity into sound that listeners remember.

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Hi, I’m Rutger van Gelder, a music producer and composer focused on radio imaging, branding, and production music. I craft sound that helps brands stand out, blending creative concepts with technical precision.

Over my freelance career I collaborate with broadcasters, artists and digital media teams to deliver fast, broadcast-quality music and sonic branding. I enjoy translating a brand’s identity into sound that listeners remember.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Dutch
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Music Producer & Composer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2010 - Present
Freelance music producer and composer specializing in radio imaging, music library production, and custom music for media. Created branding-driven audio for broadcasters, production companies, and brands, working under tight deadlines and broadcast standards.
Radio Imaging / Jingle Producer at Freelance / Various Broadcasters
January 1, 2010 - Present
Produced highend radio imaging, jingles, stings, and station branding for national and regional radio stations. Worked closely with producers and creative directors to translate brand identity into sound. Clients include BBC Radio 1, Capital FM, Radio NRJ, Slam, Radio Scoop, Z100 New York, Heart (UK)
Music Library Composer at Various Music Libraries
January 1, 2010 - Present
Composed and produced a wide range of library music for use in TV, online media, advertising, and branded content. Experienced in genre targeting, brief-based production, and scalable output.
Music Producer – Artist Collaborations at Freelance | Various artists
January 1, 2010 - Present
Produced and co-produced songs for independent artists, working from existing lyrics, melodies, or demos and developing the full production around the vocal and emotional core of the track. Focus on: Beat production and arrangement Sound design and overall vibe Close collaboration and creative feedback Remote workflows and iterative production

Education

Bachelor at NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences, Leeuwarden
January 1, 2006 - September 1, 2010
Focus on concept development, visual communication, and multimedia production.

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment