Composer / Music Producer — Client Project

Composer / Music Producer — Client Project

Aru Labs | Project-based opportunity

Aru Labs is looking for a Composer / Music Producer for an upcoming independent web-series project being produced for a client.

This is a project-based opportunity, not a permanent position at Aru Labs.

The series is a contemporary character-driven story exploring startups, ambition, relationships, friendship, money and life.

We're looking for a musician who can create an original musical identity for the series.

What you'll do

• Develop the musical direction for the series

• Create original score and themes

• Develop character and emotional motifs where appropriate

• Compose music for key scenes and transitions

• Work closely with the Director and Editor

• Create music that supports the emotional arc without overpowering the story

• Produce, arrange and deliver final music tracks

• Coordinate with the Sound Designer during final post-production

• Provide alternate versions, stems and edits when required

• Help establish a consistent musical identity across episodes

Creative direction

The series moves through a world of:

Startups. Ambition. Relationships. Friendship. Money. Travel. Success. Uncertainty.

The music should feel contemporary, emotional and distinctive.

We're open to different approaches, including:

• Electronic

• Ambient

• Indie

• Minimal

• Experimental

• Contemporary cinematic

• Hybrid / genre-blending

We're not looking for generic corporate or motivational startup music.

What we're looking for

• Strong portfolio of original music

• Experience composing for visual storytelling is a plus

• Strong understanding of mood, pacing and emotional storytelling

• Ability to create both subtle background score and memorable themes

• Strong production and arrangement skills

• Good understanding of music licensing and original composition

• Ability to work collaboratively with a Director and Editor

Experience with films, web series, short films, documentaries, commercials, games or music projects is welcome.

Working arrangement

Remote: Yes
Travel: Not required
Engagement: Project-based / contract
Post-production: Following principal photography
Potential production locations: San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, London, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Bali and other global creative and startup hubs

International and India-based musicians are welcome.

Who you'll work with

You will work closely with:

• Creator / Writer / Director

• Video Editor

• Sound Designer

• Colorist

• Director of Photography

Ideal candidate

You might be a good fit if you:

• Have a distinctive musical voice

• Understand storytelling through music

• Know when to leave space rather than fill it

• Can respond quickly to creative feedback

• Enjoy experimenting with different sounds

• Can create music that feels connected to the characters and world

How to apply

Please send:

• Portfolio / music reel

• 3–5 examples of your work

• Previous film / visual-media credits, if available

• Spotify / SoundCloud / YouTube / website

• LinkedIn / Instagram

• Current location

• Availability during post-production

• Expected project fee / project rate

Apply with the subject: Composer — Web Series Client Project

Aru Labs is coordinating this opportunity on behalf of the client.

Project-based. Fully remote.

If you can create a sound that people remember after the episode ends, we'd love to hear your work.

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