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Careers in sound and music are very competitive and the chances of financial success small as in all creative careers. Yet, success depends on individual determination and intelligence so do not be discouraged. Fortunately, many potential clients exist who are in need of a music composer or sound designer for their video endeavors. However, salaried positions in sound effects and music composition are rare and therefore the best way to pave your path into these worlds is to seek out gigs on your own and not depend on larger studios to grace you with a full-time paid position. Working for yourself is always more lucrative anyhow because 100% of the budget goes to you. Sending resumes out to music houses and recording studios can provide unforeseen opportunities, but there are also many potential paying clients in the world of media that you can find independently. Also, by keeping your gear minimal and mobile such as using a laptop, sofware, and a good set of headphones, you can offer lower rates than massive recording studios with large overheads. As a result, you, as an independent composer and sound designer, have a huge advantage over the larger companies of the past. Proven techniques for finding your own clients and creating the ability to work for yourself in the fields of music composition and audio follow. 1. The most obvious but often most overlooked source for gigs in audio production are family and friends. Often, often asking a good friend who works in media or a relative who happens to do animation can bear great results. 2. Face-to-face networking with producers and directors who are looking for sound design or music composition can be done through a professional film and television organization which exist in most cities and towns. Do a simple internet search for a professional organization in your area and join. 3. Internet listings for music or sound gigs abound. Search for "music composer wanted" or any other similar phrase online and you'll come across a plethora of real opportunities. 4. Build your network of film and video producers by answering audio questions posted in online film and video forums. 5. Email companies and people listed in online media professional directories and introduce yourself. This tactic often producers surprisingly positive and enthusiastic responses from media professionals who need and want music and sound for their video productions. Use the above steps to build a database of companies and people interested in potentially hiring you as a music composer or sound designer. As you build job leads a snowball effect will occur at some point which will propel you into the professional world of audio production free from the constrains of working for someone else.
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