There are certain elements of the process of finding and landing the gig that I really like. I may have a different view on this then other composers, but for myself, it’s part of what makes this whole film scoring business enjoyable. I find it interesting to search for prospective projects, whether at a networking events with filmmakers or through online networking like Facebook or Twitter. Making the connection, seeing if what I have to offer as a composer is what they would like and then, working with the a new filmmaker – it’s all great! Sometimes this takes weeks, months or maybe even years for something to develop, but it’s fascinating to set the wheels in motion and then see what unfolds. It’s also exciting when a new project comes in and it’s time to create the music.
The Instrument
Everyone has a different way...
The Instrument
Everyone has a different way...
- 7/23/2010
- by SCO Staff
- SCOREcastOnline.com
A professional is skilled, proficient, competent and businesslike. Who wouldn’t want to emulate these qualities?
Professionalism should be that standard by which we work at all times, no matter the type of project, the size of the budget, or the people for whom we are working. What you do at every step, how you conduct your business and professional life, will determine your career.
Be a pro at what you do: return calls; be on time for meetings; be respectful of your filmmakers’ accomplishments; be considerate of their time; be knowledgeable, efficient, businesslike, and clear; be the person on the team who gets things done — even if it’s beyond your job description as a composer — and always be prepared for any situation. Then, create exceptional music.
The business of a film composer can be elusive. You might be so involved in your own world of creating beautiful music...
Professionalism should be that standard by which we work at all times, no matter the type of project, the size of the budget, or the people for whom we are working. What you do at every step, how you conduct your business and professional life, will determine your career.
Be a pro at what you do: return calls; be on time for meetings; be respectful of your filmmakers’ accomplishments; be considerate of their time; be knowledgeable, efficient, businesslike, and clear; be the person on the team who gets things done — even if it’s beyond your job description as a composer — and always be prepared for any situation. Then, create exceptional music.
The business of a film composer can be elusive. You might be so involved in your own world of creating beautiful music...
- 5/27/2010
- by SCOREcast Team
- SCOREcastOnline.com
My experience as a composer has been primarily working with independent filmmakers with smaller budgets on short, feature, and documentary films. As I read through the articles from this month’s SCOREcast writers, I found similar scenarios that I also encounter in my work — one of them being the question of audio demonstration. Whether the project is with a local filmmaker or an out-of-town client this is certainly a factor to consider, and I have learned to ask many questions at the beginning of a new project.
Audio: Demonstrate in Your Studio and Ask Questions
Filmmakers usually have excellent editing equipment but often don’t have a good audio system, and sometimes they are unaware of what a quality system really sounds like.
If you can, try to schedule your first meeting with the director in your studio. Ask them to bring a couple of their favorite soundtrack CDs that...
Audio: Demonstrate in Your Studio and Ask Questions
Filmmakers usually have excellent editing equipment but often don’t have a good audio system, and sometimes they are unaware of what a quality system really sounds like.
If you can, try to schedule your first meeting with the director in your studio. Ask them to bring a couple of their favorite soundtrack CDs that...
- 4/30/2010
- by SCOREcast
- SCOREcastOnline.com
My experience as a composer has been primarily working with independent filmmakers with smaller budgets on short, feature, and documentary films. As I read through the articles from this month's SCOREcast writers, I found similar scenarios that I also encounter in my work — one of them being the question of audio demonstration. Whether the project is with a local filmmaker or an out-of-town client this is certainly a factor to consider, and I have learned to ask many questions at the beginning of a new project.
Audio: Demonstrate in Your Studio and Ask Questions
Filmmakers usually have excellent editing equipment but often don’t have a good audio system, and sometimes they are unaware of what a quality system really sounds like.
If you can, try to schedule your first meeting with the director in your studio. Ask them to bring a couple of their favorite soundtrack CDs that apply...
Audio: Demonstrate in Your Studio and Ask Questions
Filmmakers usually have excellent editing equipment but often don’t have a good audio system, and sometimes they are unaware of what a quality system really sounds like.
If you can, try to schedule your first meeting with the director in your studio. Ask them to bring a couple of their favorite soundtrack CDs that apply...
- 4/29/2010
- by noreply@blogger.com (Duncan K. Bohannon)
- SCOREcastOnline.com
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