Summary
Work History
Skills
Education
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Overview
Junjie Su

Junjie Su

Summary

Renowned Music Composer and Editor with over 20 years of experience, including a pivotal role at Watching Studio, showcasing exceptional musical creativity and a collaborative mindset. Award-winning work spans films, TV, and musical theatre, with notable achievements such as Best Composer at the China Theatre Festival and collaborations with international creative teams.

Work History

Music Composer

Self-employeed
07.1991 - Current

Since 1991, I have collaborated with top-tier Chinese film companies, including Shanghai Film Studio and Beijing Film Studio, composing scores for over a hundred films and television series. Throughout this journey, I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of talented directors and producers, from emerging innovators to seasoned industry leaders. Many of the films and TV shows I have scored have received both domestic and international accolades, earning widespread recognition and praise.

Musical Theatre and Performance
In addition to film scoring, I have composed for musical theatre, stage productions, and various performances. My work includes music for circus shows, advertisements, and events such as world expos. My compositions have garnered extensive attention and positive reviews within the industry.

Roles and Collaborations
My responsibilities have spanned music design, editing, production, and direction. I have collaborated with leading creative teams from Russia, the United States, France, and other countries, serving as both composer and music producer. In 2021, I relocated to Los Angeles to continue my music creation journey in collaboration with local companies.

Awards and Honors
Over the past two decades, I have been honored with numerous awards, including:

  • Best Composer at the China Theatre Festival
  • Nominations for Best Music at the 19th and 26th China Golden Rooster Awards
  • Outstanding Music Award at the 6th China Huangmei Opera Arts Festival
  • Best Original Music at the Los Angeles China-America Film Festival
  • Excellence in Composition from the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Committee

These accolades recognize my past work and inspire me to continue exploring the limitless possibilities of music.

Music Editor

Self-employeed
09.1991 - Current

Throughout my over twenty-year involvement in film and television production, I have personally completed the music editing for nearly all the films and TV shows I scored. This has honed my ability to seamlessly integrate musical segments with visual elements and collaborate effectively with various directors.

Post-Production Director and Deputy General Manage

Watching Studio
04.2007 - 05.2020

In 2007, I founded "Watching Studio" in Shanghai, a state-of-the-art recording studio specializing in music recording production, post-production sound processing for films, and final mixing for television productions. Together with my professional team, we recorded a diverse range of music and numerous film scores, establishing the studio as a leader in local music recording and post-production.

University Instructor

University
09.2011 - 06.2015

From 2011 to 2014, I taught "Film Music" to directing students at the Shanghai Theatre Academy's School of Film, serving as an expert for graduate thesis defenses. From 2012 to 2015, I also taught "Film Music" to directing and dubbing students at Tongji University's School of Film.

Executive Producer

Self-employeed
10.2013 - 09.2014

In 2013, as an Executive Producer, I oversaw the entire process from preparation to performance of the resident musical "Qionghua" at the Boao Forum for Asia in Hainan, China. The show ran for a year, and I handed it over to the resident director upon completion.

Skills

  • Critical Listening Abilities
  • Collaboration and communication
  • Music Composition Abilities
  • Sound Editing
  • Audio post-production
  • Audio Editing Expertise
  • Project Management
  • Audio Mixers

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Theory And Composition

Central Conservatory of Music, Beijing,China
07.1991

Timeline

Executive Producer - Self-employeed
10.2013 - 09.2014
University Instructor - University
09.2011 - 06.2015
Post-Production Director and Deputy General Manage - Watching Studio
04.2007 - 05.2020
Music Editor - Self-employeed
09.1991 - Current
Music Composer - Self-employeed
07.1991 - Current
Central Conservatory of Music - Bachelor of Arts, Music Theory And Composition

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
Junjie Su