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Lead Composer
Not specifiedProjectMusic CompositionVideo Games
A game development project is seeking a lead composer to create an atmospheric, melodic dark fantasy score for a strategic deck-building game with action RPG elements. The contract role focuses on adaptive music that supports gameplay and narrative without becoming repetitive or intrusive.
Responsibilities
- Compose dark fantasy music for a strategic deck-building game with action RPG elements.
- Create paired calm exploration and intense combat versions with seamless transitions.
- Write music that loops cleanly across extended gameplay sessions.
- Develop distinct musical identities for game zones using leitmotifs, cultural motifs, and varied instrumentation.
- Use chromatic tension, horns, and strings to control intensity within individual pieces.
- Collaborate with the game development team on musical themes supporting gameplay and narrative.
Requirements
- Proven experience composing music specifically for video games.
- Experience with adaptive or layered music systems.
- Ability to create paired calm and intense state recordings.
- Strong understanding of looping techniques for extended gameplay sessions.
- Ability to maintain player engagement during repetitive gameplay.
- Skills in melodic writing, leitmotif development, chromatic tension, and instrumentation.
- Experience with audio production.
Nice to have
- Portfolio demonstrating atmospheric and melodic game music compositions.
- Familiarity with dark fantasy musical styles.
- Experience balancing atmosphere with memorable melodic content.