Discover Top Music Composers in Newark, New Jersey, USA

Hey, I'm Fedir - a visual artist with a passion for photography and film. I've been working in the industry for over 20 years, and during that time, I've had the opportunity to explore a variety of creative roles. As a Director of Photography, I specialize in corporate, documentary, and commercial productions. I love working with clients to create stunning visuals that bring their ideas to life. My technical expertise and creative vision have helped me to deliver high-quality work on time and on budget. I'm also a photographer, and I have experience in a wide range of genres, including photojournalism, portraits, products, fashion, and landscape photography. I believe that a great photograph is all about capturing the essence of the subject and telling a story. I love the challenge of finding the perfect composition and lighting to create images that are both visually stunning and emotionally impactful. In addition to my work behind the camera, I also have experience in production coordination and art direction. I've worked on a variety of projects, from small-scale independent films to large-scale corporate events. I'm a natural problem-solver, and I thrive on managing teams and ensuring that every aspect of the production runs smoothly. I pride myself on my creativity and attention to detail, and I'm always looking for new ways to push the boundaries of my craft. Overall, I'm a dedicated and passionate visual artist who loves to create stunning and impactful work. Whether I'm behind the camera or in a production role, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to every project I work on.

• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Colorist
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Event Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Portrait Photographer
• Product Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Gaffer
• Grip
• Art Director
• Storyboard Artist
• Non-Fiction Film Director

Filmmaker/journalist/photographer with an established track record of producing impactful, innovative work for media companies such as the BBC, The New York Times, NBC, The Guardian and Al Jazeera over the last decade. Currently in New York – via Latin America, London and Moscow. Portfolio: www.frederickbernas.com Videos: www.vimeo.com/frederickbernas Instagram: @frederickbernas Other clients include: The New Yorker, NOWNESS, LA Times Studios, VICE, The Economist, TIME, Bloomberg, Reuters, AP, Monocle, UNHCR, Rolling Stone, Great Big Story, Atlas Obscura, Insider, Spiegel TV, CNBC, Fusion, 60 Second Docs, Wired, Vocativ, TBD Media, International Committee of the Red Cross, Global Citizen, CNBC, Roads and Kingdoms, CBS, France 24.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Fixer
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Field Producer
• TV News Producer
• Music Composer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Production Company
• Audio Storyteller
• Corporate Videographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Event Photographer
• Copy Editor
• Landscape Photographer
• Sound Designer
• Copywriter
• Drone Operator
• Mobile Journalist / Livestreamer
• Full-Service Live Production
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Podcast Producer
• Executive Producer

I am a composer, performer, producer and recording artist residing in the Washington, DC area, and a part-time product trainer for Casio Music Gear. I've scored documentaries for Voice of America, including "Boko Haram: Journey from Evil", narrated by Award-winning British-Nigerian actor David Oyelowo. "Boko Haram" won first prize at the New York Festivals World’s Best TV & Films ceremony at NAB 2018 in the "international documentary" category. Another documentary I scored for VOA, "A Single Step: Journeys of Women Leaders", featuring academy award-winning actress Sally Field, won a finalist certificate in the Biography/Profiles at the 2016 New York Festivals International TV & Film Awards, and the VOA doc "AIDS: Living in the Shadows", featuring Sir Elton John, won the Silver World Medal Award at the #NYFTVFilmAwards in 2015. I have been nominated for "best score/short film" at the Liberty University Cinematic Arts Student Showcase 2017 for Becky M. Barker's World War I drama "We Are the Dead", and for Best Score Short Film at the 2012 Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema for the science fiction drama “The Cosmonaut”, and for best score at the Machinima Festival 2006 in NYC for the EA Gameplay Trailer for “Battlefield 2142". I scored two documentaries featured at the 2013 Justice Conference Film Festival, Suzanne Taylor Glover's "The Road We Know" (from Citygate Films), and the CIY production, "Becoming Sons and Daughters" (I was 1 of 3 composers on this film, which also was the winner of "Best U.S. Documentary" at the 2012 San Diego Christian Film Festival). I've scored the trailer for "The Ville" for Zynga, music packages for VOA’s Persian News Network and Africa News Network, Telly Award-winning shorts for PCM Animation Studios and Citygate Films, and ID tags for the United Football League. One of my projects, “The Story of Ian & Larissa” (produced by Citygate Films for Desiring God) has had over one million views on Vimeo. You can listen to my music on my Soundcloud page: https://soundcloud.com/roho

• Music Composer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Sound Designer

Mehrnam Rastegari is a prominent Persian musician, film score composer, singer, violinist, and master Kamancheh player. She has been featured in some of the most prestigious music festivals worldwide, including GlobalFest in NYC, USA, Secret Planet in NYC, USA, Fajr International Music Festival in Tehran, Iran, the WOMEX (World Music Expo) in Tampere, Finland, Ragas Live Festival in NYC, USA, Let Her Sing in SF, USA, the International Competition named after Tlep Aspantaiuly in Astana, Kazakhstan, and numerous concerts across the world. Rastegari is an extraordinary Kamancheh performer, acclaimed by some of the finest Kamancheh artists and instructors globally, who have certified her as a Master Kamancheh player. She is a GMW alumna and a musical artist for the "World Music Institute," contributing to their multiple projects, including music performances, WMI Plus interviews, and podcasts. She was a featured guest speaker at the TEDx event.

• Music Composer
• On-Camera Talent

Raphaelle commenced piano lessons at the age of 4, prompted by the hearing issues she encountered as a result of multiple early-age infections and surgeries. Throughout her youth the music of composers such as Ennio Morricone, Jerry Goldsmith, and Francois de Roubaix inspired her talent. She graduated from the music conservatory of Lille, France in 2002 and eventually landed a marketing position with Google, which she left in 2015 after a life-changing event at Abbey Road Studios which inspired her to pursue her lifelong passion for music and film scoring. 2021 was a landmark year for Raphaelle in which she scored the Emmy Award-winning Disney+/National Geographic nature docu series Secrets of the Whales, produced by James Cameron and narrated by Sigourney Weaver. A cinematic, live-in-concert symphony orchestra experience for the series is forthcoming which will tour venues around the world. Her other scoring credits include the feature documentary Introducing, Selma Blair which was ho

• Music Composer

Baltimore native Brandon Woody was referred to as an artist on the rise in the region by the Baltimore Sun in 2015 at the age of 17. Since then, Woody has gone on to become an international artist, performing with his band, Upendo, curating projects for major museums, collaborating with international brands and performing at major venues and institutions around the globe. Woody uses music as a tool for healing, genuine connection and celebrating community. Woody started his own band, UPENDO in 2015. Since then, the group has gone on to perform internationally with regular concerts across the east coast. Notable performances from the band include their 2019 performance at the Harlem Stage, 2021 performance at the Walters Art Museum, Baltimore’s 2022 Vegan SoulFest, the 2022 closing of Baltimore’s Lexington Market, and their 2022 residency at the University of Maryland. Upendo’s concert experiences are comprised of original music composed by Woody and fellow Upendo collaborator, Troy Long. Woody has also had the privilege of performing alongside artists such as Stefon Harris, Tarus Mateen, Tim Green, Theljon Allen, Sean Jones, Robert Glasper, Derrick Hodge, Solange, Craig Alston, Terri-Lyne Carrington, Quincy Phillips, Benny Maupin, Jon Faddis and Danilo Perez, who have all greatly influenced his artistry and musical taste. Woody’s career as a composer and recording artist has granted him the opportunity to score films such as Unwavering: The Power of Black innovation, The Unveiling of God, Keep What You Sow, Aliferous, Paint it Black Baltimore and Three Blind Mice. Woody has also produced and arranged horns for Emma Vie, Sudan Archives, Tye Tribet, Miranda Curtis, Kevin Sinatra and Klein. This work garnered the attention of international brands which lead to his collaborations with Calvin Klein (One Future), Saucony, Vogue Italy, Nike, Reebok X Eames, Union Los Angeles, High Snobiety X Newport Jazz Festival, Somewhere DC. Brandon has also curated projects with the Baltimore Museum of Art, Walters Art Museum, Reginald F Lewis Museum, August Wilson Center, MOMA PS1. Woody also had the opportunity of casting musicians and acting as a band leader in an upcoming Apple TV series, Lady in the Lake to be released in the fall of 2023. In 2021, Woody was named a Bach/Conn endorsed Artist and was named the Best musician to watch by the Baltimore Magazine in 2022. Brandon’s other accolades include the 2021 Best Musician of the Year Award by the Baltimore Crown Awards, 2020 Emerging Voice Award by the Festival of New Trumpet and articles by the Baltimore Banner, Baltimore Sun, True Laurels, BmoreArt, Makers of the USA, Paper Magazine and Schone Magazine. Woody also works to share his knowledge and love for music with those who want to learn. In his spare time, Woody private lessons and masterclass and has taught for institutions such as the Peabody Preparatory, University of Maryland, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Accent Pontiac and public schools such as Cecil Elementary, A Philip Randolph High School, Temple X Schools, and Highlandtown Elementary #215.

• Music Composer
• Audio Storyteller
• Influencer
• Sound Designer
• Digital Content Creator

Matvey Kulakov is an award-winning editor, composer and sound designer. Our New President, Matvey’s first feature as editor, premiered at Sundance 2018 where it won a Special Jury Award for Editing. The short version of the film was released by Field of Vision in 2017 and was a Vimeo Staff Pick. Working as sound designer and composer, Matvey collaborated with the art collective Pussy Riot on multiple live performances and installations. As a member of Third Party Films, a NY-based film production company, Matvey has worked on several feature documentaries including The Truth About Killer Robots (2018 - HBOMax/ TIFF premiere) about the perils of automation, The Conspiracy (2022) (DTLA Film Festival 2023 - best editing), an animated feature about the history of conspiracy theories and antisemitism starring Liev Schreiber, Jason Alexander and Lake Bell, and How to Rob Banks For Dummies (post-production - 2024) about the performance artist Joe Gibbons. The Lakota Daughters (2020), a 30 min short that Matvey edited, has played dozens of festivals and received numerous awards. Most recently, Matvey edited and animated The Town That Shot the Sheriff, a film about a successful rebellion led by a group of upstate New Yorkers against the building of a natural gas pipeline on their land. In addition, Matvey has edited numerous teasers and sizzle reels. Matvey is known for his dynamic editing, layered sound work, and a strong narrative sense.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Sound Designer
• Music Composer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Non-Fiction Film Director

I'm a DP/Cinematographer and Video Editor/ Motion Designer based in Brooklyn, NY, If you've got a minute, check out my reel. You'll find a mix of gigs, from run-and-gun adventure documentaries like The Journey of a Winter 46’er and Gears and Gasoline to my narrative more stylized work like JADE and Endpoint. With a degree in Communication and Media Studies, I've been in the industry for over 8 years. I've worked as a DP, Camera Op, Gaffer, and Video editor, and even done a bit of Animation work as well. So amiable to help out in any areas of production you might need. My Red Epic W is my weapon of choice, and I've worked with most industry cameras, gimbals, and lighting. I pride myself in quick setups and strikes, nailing the focus pull, and bringing some serious resourcefulness to the set. On the Post side, I've had 6 years of experience Editing and Animating Narrative and Social content for Brands and companies across NYC like Morgan Stanley, Slack, Bloomberg, 92y and more. My passion is crafting visuals that not only look beautiful but tell a story that sticks. I thrive on tight schedules, love a challenge, and live for those "aha" moments on set.

• Motion Graphics Designer
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Corporate Videographer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Drone Operator
• Creative Director
• Production Assistant
• Colorist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Product Photographer
• Landscape Photographer
• Event Photographer
• Music Composer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Gaffer
• Portrait Photographer
• Social Media Producer
• Content Strategist
• Post-Production Manager
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Video Editor - News

Michna has composed original music and themes for Nike LeBron, Sony Playstation, and Wired Spoken Edition. His songs have been featured in Showtime's "Billions," HBO's "Silicon Valley," Netflix's "Blood and Water" as well as Vice, MTV, and ESPN. As a music composer for hire he takes pride in being approachable, congenial, inclusive, and musically versatile. No project is too small or too large. There is always a musical solution to be created that is high quality, original, and delivered on schedule. Michna received a Bachelor of Music from the University of Miami Frost School of Music and has over 20 years experience working in both live music and electronic production. As a solo artist he has released 2 albums on Ghostly International and 5 albums on Manhattan Production Music. He lives and works in New York City.

• Sound Mixer
• Documentary DP
• Music Composer
• Sound Designer
• Audio Storyteller
• Content Strategist

I am a 3 time Emmy Award winning designer and animator, received a Vimeo Staff Pick selection, James Beard Award Winner, had a film selected for a screening at the Ottawa International Film Festival, among other accolades. I was the Senior Motion Graphics Producer at CNN Digital for several years and am currently a teacher at School of Visual Arts. Prior to that I worked at Adult Swim, Comedy Central, Vice, Red Paper Heart Interactive, and several other studios. Always interested in hearing about new projects, so feel free to reach out! Here's a reel of some of my work: https://vimeo.com/515933485/7a6dfbd56d

• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Art Director
• Music Composer
• Sound Designer
• Graphic Designer
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Creative Director

Film professional and video journalist David Matorin brings deep experience to stories for businesses, nonprofits, national news organizations, international broadcast outlets, and award-winning filmmakers. Projects for The Intercept/Field of Vision, The Wall Street Journal, and Criterion/Big Mouth Productions have garnered Webby and Independent Spirit award nominations. Equally at home behind the camera, in the edit bay, or in the mix studio, his integrated versatility is a powerful asset to your project.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Field Producer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Sound Designer
• Reporter / Journalist
• Audio Storyteller
• Non-Fiction Film Director

In 2016 Adam received a “Great Performances” grant to make a film about the creator of NYC bucket drumming (still in production.) From that he founded his company Island City Studios and has been directing, producing, filming and editing projects ever since. On contract with the Bronx Museum and the School of Visual Art (SVA), he recenlty completed his first film: “All 4 One - The Tandem Tour Story.” Upcoming projects include, a feature doc about Steinbeck’s novel “The Log From The Sea of Cortez” where Adam will be working with Emmy Award winning producer Robert Kanter and actor James Franco.

• Documentary DP
• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Music Composer
• Sound Designer
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Production Assistant
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Colorist
• Fixer
• Video Editor - News

Hey! I'm a New York-based filmmaker and video journalist; I've produced videos for The New Yorker, the NY Times, Vice HBO and other news outlets. I have a varied background that allows me to combine creative storytelling with solid journalism (I'm a graduate of the CUNY J-School, and before that worked in independent film). My personal work tends to be off-beat and character-driven, but I've also covered breaking news both domestically and abroad, and I'm comfortable working as a collaborator or as a one-man-band. I look forward to hearing from you!

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Creative Director
• Video Editor - News
• Field Producer
• Fixer
• TV News Producer
• Music Composer
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Production Assistant
• Senior Producer / Project Manager

I am an Audio Engineer, Sound Designer and AV Technician with an extensive background in mixing and recording large scale music shows, corporate events, live tv broadcasting and studio productions. I have a diverse experience in all aspect of events, shows, music productions and broadcasting productions, from planing and producing to executing. I am often on the road traveling across the US to work on shows or record at various studios. I also rent audio equipment and backline for music shows and corporate events.

• Sound Mixer
• Music Composer
• Sound Designer

I am a Persian singer and songwriter. I was born in Kerman, Iran and emigrated to the United States in 2009. I obtained my degree in architecture from Tehran Azad university and have since worked in this field. In addition, I studied Persian Avaz with Master Hengameh Akhavan. I have released more than 17 songs in last 8 years. As a poet I have written the lyrics of most of my songs. I have had the opportunity to work with great musicians such as Babak Shahraki, Masoud Jahed, Mazda Ansari, Hooshang Farahani, Hamid Behrouzinia, Behrooz Shiri, and Ehsan Matoori.

• Music Composer
• On-Camera Talent
• On-Air Reporter / Host

Sam Carolla is an active musician in the greater DC metro area, and a native Virginian. Initially influenced by alternative rock, he started music lessons at 12 and soon became inspired by the sounds of jazz and fusion. You can find Sam playing locally in a variety of styles including rock, pop, indie, worship, jazz, big band, and musical theater. He has performed with artists including Cat Janice, Oh He Dead, Skydiver, Cristian Perez, Wade Beach, The Peter Edelman Trio, and many more.

• On-Camera Talent
• Music Composer

I have 15+ years experience as a location sound recordist, sound designer, and composer. These days I work frequently on podcasts, documentaries, indie films, and digital branded promos. Longtime clients include New York City Ballet and A+E Networks. I’ve also worked for past clients such as Refinery29, Google, Viceland, AllianceBerstein, Hyatt, and many others.

• Sound Designer
• Audio Storyteller
• Music Composer
• Sound Mixer
• Production Assistant

Brooklyn-based art producer, graphic designer, illustrator, painter, animator and photographer. I have realized successful projects with companies like Viacom, Warner, MTV, Mad River, Sony, NovoArts, Nice, and MultiVu. https://patriciojijon.myportfolio.com/

• Creative Director
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Music Composer
• Sound Designer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• Sound Mixer
• Documentary DP

NY, CA, Washington, DC - Video Producer, Content and Manager Video Producer, and Coordinator, Cameraman, and Video Editor for major events. News: Breaking News - Daily Local and International content, United Nations and Local Public Buildings, Legal offices, camera video coverage. Entertainment: Met Gala Coverage, Red Carpets, Tony, CFDA Awards, Fashion Week events, Grand Openings. Sports, Concerts, Economy, and Financial Segments. 18 years of experience.

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Corporate Videographer
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Music Composer
• Sound Mixer
• Full-Service Live Production
• HD Live Operator
• Event Photographer
• Field Producer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• TV News Producer
• Gaffer
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Digital Content Creator
• Documentary DP

Sound Mixer, Sound Designer and Composer with 9+ years of experience working in production and post-production sound for narrative, documentary, commercial and interactive media.

• Sound Mixer
• Sound Designer
• Music Composer