Group
Occupation
231331 Composer
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
231331 Composer
Writes new, and rearranges existing, musical compositions, such as songs, operas, symphonies, and other musical scores for use in commercials, film, television, and digital games.
Specialisations
- Screen Composer
- Songwriter
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
High levels of creative talent, interest and personal commitment may substitute for formal qualifications or years of experience.
Main tasks
- Writes new musical compositions in various genres and styles for use in commercials, films, television, and digital games
- Creates new versions of existing compositions by adding or removing musical elements, such as instruments, melodies, harmonies, or rhythms
- Conducts research and studies different musical styles and techniques
- Selects the appropriate equipment and works with audio engineers to ensure that compositions meet client requirements
- Collaborates with directors, producers, music supervisors, audio engineers, and musicians to achieve desired musical effect
- May attend rehearsals and performances to provide guidance and make adjustments to compositions