Sound Composer
さうんどこんぽーざー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who creates music and sound effects for various media, arranging and editing sounds according to production environments and directorial intentions.
Description
Sound Composers understand the directorial intentions of diverse media such as films, anime, games, and advertisements, and compose, arrange, and edit BGM and sound effects. They use DAWs and synthesizers to produce sound materials, perform mixing and mastering, and reflect specification changes or revisions through discussions with clients and directors. For each project, they apply music theory and acoustic knowledge to handle sound design that shapes the world of the work.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of video streaming and game markets, and the emergence of new media like VR/AR, demand for original sound production is on the rise. While considering advancements in AI automatic composition technology, differentiation through creativity will be important.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Creative / Curious and inquisitive / High concentration
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Composer → Composer → Senior Composer → Music Producer → Sound Director
Required Skills
Audio Editing Mixing / DAW Operation / MIDI Programming / Music Theory
Recommended Skills
Advanced Synthesizer Use / Audio Plugins / English (Listening and Translation) / Mastering
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine sound adjustments determine the quality of the work. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is important for producing original music. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so physical burden is low. |
Aliases
- Music Composer
- Sound Creator
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