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Music is not background. It’s emotional architecture.

I work with brands, filmmakers, and institutions to shape how audiences feel, remember, and trust.

Composer and sound strategist working at the intersection of music, film, and brand perception.

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Brand and Advertising Sound Strategy

Music systems, sonic identity, adaptive sound, campaign composition

Film and Narrative Music

Selective scoring for projects with cultural or long-term value

Original Works

Selective scoring for projects with cultural or long-term value

“A self-taught multi-instrumentalist, with a passion for music. Everything is played by ear…”

From Alternative rock bands, to working with singer/songwriters, Gus is able to apply his musicality to a variety of projects. He was songwriter and Lead guitarist for ‘Street Asylum’, which went on to support the chart-topping band Scouting for Girls on their UK tour. 

Following a stint as an instrumentalist on the debut album for Alex Kate, he continues to collaborate with the London based Pax Records. 

As the Director of Music for a charity music event sponsored by Mind UK, Gus was able to work with musicians from across the Edinburgh scene. This led to the opportunity to work as a music supervisor for the charity ‘Project Remake’, which involved working with incarcerated artists. He actively draws inspiration from them to this day. 

Whilst at University, Gus discovered a passion for composing for media. His debut score for the 2020 film ‘Astral’ was voted as the best score by the Edinburgh Film Society that year.

Since then, his work has ranged from writing podcast introductions, to collaborating on video projects and organising live events.

About

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Composition Examples

Soundtrack Portfolio

a concept composition I created inspired by Stephen Cox’s sculpture Myth. A musical interpretation of the atmosphere and ideas in his work — exploring how sound can bring a visual story to life

A showcased example of scoring to picture (above), my recent entry to Spitfire Audio’s Bridgerton Scoring competition.

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The Process

  1. Initial Call

  • Project goals & Requirements.

  • Collaborate on a creative brief that outlines the musical direction

  • Demos produced for feedback and approval

2. Composition and Review

  • Composition of the approved concept

  • Unlimited Feedback and Revisions as required.

3. Finalisation and Delivery

  • Delivery of the final composition in the agreed format.

  • Licensing

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