I am a modern 21st century composer and music professor who expertly bridges music pedagogy and practice with cutting-edge technologies. My work spans a wide range of subjects including composition, film scoring, songwriting, music production, sound design, music technology, and classical guitar. With international professional experience, I've contributed to award-winning musical theater works, film and documentary scoring, commercials, and multimedia projects. I enjoy collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, mentoring students, and developing innovative music technology solutions. My career blends traditional music composition with new media art and virtual experiences, always aiming to push boundaries and inspire both audiences and fellow creators.

Woody Pak

I am a modern 21st century composer and music professor who expertly bridges music pedagogy and practice with cutting-edge technologies. My work spans a wide range of subjects including composition, film scoring, songwriting, music production, sound design, music technology, and classical guitar. With international professional experience, I've contributed to award-winning musical theater works, film and documentary scoring, commercials, and multimedia projects. I enjoy collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, mentoring students, and developing innovative music technology solutions. My career blends traditional music composition with new media art and virtual experiences, always aiming to push boundaries and inspire both audiences and fellow creators.

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I am a modern 21st century composer and music professor who expertly bridges music pedagogy and practice with cutting-edge technologies. My work spans a wide range of subjects including composition, film scoring, songwriting, music production, sound design, music technology, and classical guitar. With international professional experience, I’ve contributed to award-winning musical theater works, film and documentary scoring, commercials, and multimedia projects.

I enjoy collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, mentoring students, and developing innovative music technology solutions. My career blends traditional music composition with new media art and virtual experiences, always aiming to push boundaries and inspire both audiences and fellow creators.

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Language

English
Fluent
Korean
Advanced

Work Experience

Professor of Applied Music at Seoul Institute of the Arts (SIA)
January 1, 2022 - July 10, 2025
Developed and taught courses focusing on practical skills for professional music careers in composition, scoring, song writing, music production, sound design, and classical guitar. Emphasized use of current music technologies. Directed interdisciplinary projects spanning music, dance, film, and digital arts. Advised senior projects and coordinated cultural world music classes and collaborations.
Associate Professor of Screen Scoring at Berklee College of Music
January 1, 2022 - Present
Teaching film scoring and film scoring technologies including courses such as Dramatic Scoring, Intro to Film Scoring Technology, and Senior Portfolio. Coordinates courses and develops online and hybrid content. Created the Filmmaker-Composer Collaboration Initiative connecting Berklee composers and top US film schools for collaborative projects.
CEO at Chaos Theory Music
December 31, 2015 - July 10, 2025
Managed a full-service music and artist development company focused on artist development, management, music production, publishing, and licensing. Committed to nurturing diverse artist careers through creative collaboration and innovative business strategies.
Adjunct Professor, Digital Media Arts at Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (F.I.D.M)
December 31, 2008 - July 10, 2025
Taught sound design and music production courses introducing Logic Pro and ProTools, developing curricula with practical industry-standard platforms and principles.
Adjunct Professor, Media Production Program at American Intercontinental University
December 31, 2007 - July 10, 2025
Developed and taught sound design, music production, and audio engineering courses utilizing Logic Pro and ProTools platforms.
Senior Composer at Tomandandy Music
December 31, 2004 - July 10, 2025
Composed and sound designed for various film, television, and advertising clients. Managed projects from inception to completion working closely with creative directors and clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science at MIT
June 1, 1992
Master of Arts at The Juilliard School of Music
June 1, 1997
B.S. at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T)
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1992
M.A. at The Juilliard School of Music
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1997

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other