Film Composer — Original Soundtrack

Role Overview

Aetherframe Studios is recruiting Film Composers for Wings of Ash, an independent feature-length dark fantasy 3D animated film currently in pre-production.

We are looking for composers who can create an original cinematic soundtrack that supports the film's emotional storytelling, dramatic atmosphere, and fantasy world.

Responsibilities

• Compose original music for cinematic scenes.

• Develop recognizable musical themes for characters, locations, and important story elements.

• Create music for emotional, mysterious, dramatic, and action sequences.

• Adapt compositions to scene timing, pacing, and directorial feedback.

• Collaborate with the director, sound designers, and editing team.

• Prepare organized audio files and deliver revisions when necessary.

• Track assigned compositions and progress through ClickUp.

Requirements

• Experience composing original instrumental music.

• Understanding of cinematic storytelling and musical emotion.

• Familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAWs).

• Ability to work with scene references and creative direction.

• Strong communication, teamwork, and reliability.

Preferred

• Experience with orchestral, cinematic, or hybrid soundtracks.

• Experience composing for animation, games, or films.

• Ability to create atmospheric and emotionally expressive music.

Application

Please provide examples of your original compositions, your preferred software, relevant experience, and approximate weekly availability.

Compensation

Deferred profit sharing. No upfront payment or guaranteed earnings. Any future compensation depends on distributable profits and separately agreed written terms.

Production Stage: Pre-production. Initial musical themes may be developed before animation is completed.