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Join the Spirebound project as a contract composer to create an atmospheric and melodic dark fantasy music score for a strategic deck-building game with action RPG elements. Your compositions will enhance the bleak, oppressive world inspired by Diablo II, Castlevania, and Final Fantasy Tactics, supporting a grinding 30-minute gameplay loop with paired calm and intense states that transition seamlessly. This role demands adaptive music writing skills to craft memorable melodies that complement strategic gameplay without overshadowing it.
For which tasks (responsibilities)?
Compose dark fantasy music tailored for a strategic deck-building game with action RPG elements.
Create paired-state tracks with calm exploration and intense combat versions that transition seamlessly.
Ensure all music loops cleanly over extended 30-minute sessions without becoming repetitive or intrusive.
Develop distinct musical identities for each game zone using leitmotifs, cultural motifs, and varied instrumentation.
Incorporate chromatic tension, horns, and strings to control intensity within individual pieces.
Collaborate with the game development team to align musical themes with gameplay and narrative elements.
What kind of professional are we looking for?
Proven experience composing music specifically for video games with adaptive or layered systems.
Ability to create paired-state recordings inspired by games like Fire Emblem: Awakening and FTL.
Demonstrated skill in writing music that maintains player engagement over long gameplay sessions.
Strong understanding of looping techniques to ensure tracks do not wear thin during repetitive play.
Familiarity with dark fantasy musical styles and ability to balance atmosphere with melodic content.
Portfolio showcasing a range of atmospheric and melodic game music compositions.
What is important for us in a person?
Dark Fantasy Composition
Adaptive Music Systems
Looping Music
Game Scoring
Melodic Writing
Atmospheric Music
Leitmotif Development
Chromatic Tension
Instrumentation
Audio Production
