Gabriel Rojas
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Gifted Composer with a 8-year background arranging and composing musical pieces for both film and live concert performance. Composed music for ensembles ranging from full orchestra to small chamber ensembles to solo instrumentalist. Experience with setting up rehearsals, working closely with musicians and dealing with struggles and set backs in regards to both leading rehearsals and gathering together an ensemble. Classically trained musician capable of playing 2 instruments including piano and cello. Studied music composition, theory, form/analysis, orchestration and production. Proficient in various sound and music editing and notation software such as Logic pro, Pro-tools and Finale. Familiarity with a large variety of musical genres with expertise in dramatic/emotional and psychological thriller/suspense.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Film Composer
Double-A fitness
Bloomington, IN
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Developed musical themes to enhance the emotional impact of a scene.
- Mixed and mastered audio tracks for film score playback in post production.
- Integrated computer-generated sounds and effects into compositions.
- Created soundtracks that matched the tone, style, and pacing of the film or show.
- Utilized digital audio workstations to compose, mix, edit, and master complex soundtracks.
Film Composer
Carter Burkhart
Bloomington, IN
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Composed a musical score for feature a film.
- Recorded music in studio with live musicians.
- Developed musical themes to enhance the emotional impact of a scene.
- Collaborated with directors, producers, editors, and sound designers to create an appropriate soundtrack.
- Mixed and mastered audio tracks for film score playback in post production.
- Integrated computer-generated sounds and effects into compositions.
- Utilized digital audio workstations to compose, mix, edit, and master complex soundtracks.
- Employed software synthesizers to generate virtual instruments within a composition.
Film Composer
Chachi Ramirez
Guadalupe, CA
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Developed musical themes to enhance the emotional impact of a scene.
- Mixed and mastered audio tracks for film score playback in post production.
- Integrated computer-generated sounds and effects into compositions.
- Created soundtracks that matched the tone, style, and pacing of the film or show.
Private Music Instructor
Tevelde Conservatory of Music
San Luis Obispo, CA
07.2016 - 08.2019
- Developed and implemented lesson plans designed to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Taught piano, cello, music theory, composition, technique, ear training, sight singing and performance skills to students of all ages.
- Instructed both individual and group lessons depending on the requirements of the program and school district.
- Worked closely with parents to ensure that students were meeting their goals and staying motivated throughout their studies.
- Attended professional development courses related to music education topics.
- Instructed both children and adults with special needs.
Worship Leader
Agape Church
San Luis Obispo, CA
08.2015 - 08.2022
- Coordinating with other ministries to ensure smooth services on Sundays.
- Developing worship sets that are engaging and relevant to the congregation.
- Creating a safe environment where all can experience God's presence through music and song.
- Researching new songs from various genres of Christian music for possible inclusion into future services.
- Chose songs and organized materials for every worship service.
- Played cello and keyboard as apart of a worship team.
- Lead worship for early morning services.
Education
Master of Arts - Musical Scoring For Visual Media
Indiana University - Jacobs School of Music
Bloomington, IN05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Music Composition
Westmont College
Santa Barbara, CA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Mission College Preparatory High School
San Luis Obispo, CA05.2018
Skills
- Extensive Performance Background
- Musical composition
- Music Editing
- Music Arrangements
- Conducting
- Ministry Experience
- Sound Mixing Expertise
- Arranging Music
- Contract Negotiation
- Studio Recordings
- Scoring to picture
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- Rock climbing
- Cooking
- web design
Timeline
Film Composer
Double-A fitness
01.2024 - 01.2024
Film Composer
Chachi Ramirez
01.2023 - 02.2023
Film Composer
Carter Burkhart
12.2022 - 03.2023
Private Music Instructor
Tevelde Conservatory of Music
07.2016 - 08.2019
Worship Leader
Agape Church
08.2015 - 08.2022
Master of Arts - Musical Scoring For Visual Media
Indiana University - Jacobs School of Music
Bachelor of Arts - Music Composition
Westmont College
High School Diploma -
Mission College Preparatory High School
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