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Commissions

Music for games, podcasts, film, streaming bgm, & more

Guidelines

  • I am able to write and produce in an abundance of styles and genres. Check my portfolio for examples of my range, but know that it is not an exhaustive representation of my range.

  • For best results, please be as descriptive as possible about your project—and the role of my music in it—in your inquiry. I use the specific themes, vibes, and direction of the project to inform my compositions at the start of writing. If applicable, feel free to include images and video related to your project in your inquiry.

  • Please provide links to reference music in your inquiry, it's extremely helpful for me to understand what kind of music you need. As a rule of thumb, at least 3 references will give me the best idea of what you're looking for.

  • Please send all initial inquiries via email. Further communication after acceptance of the commission may happen through email, Discord, or Twitter DMs, whichever is easiest.

Payment

  • For individual commissions, i.e. a single track or looping piece of music, my base price is $350 USD per minute of audio, paid through Zelle (other payment options may be negotiated).

  • This base price is subject to change depending on the complexity of the composition, instrumentation, special requirements, deadlines, or other factors. After assessing your inquiry I will provide a sufficient quote.

  • Full payment is required upfront before work on the commission begins. Payment plans may be negotiated on a case-by-case basis concerning projects of substantial size.

  • Revisions that entail re-recording or re-writing more than 50% of the commission's first draft will incur additional charges. Up to three smaller revisions (e.g. minor composition changes or additions, changes to the mix or production) are permissible; any further revisions will incur additional charges with price depending on the nature of the revision.

  • For long-term projects, i.e. multiple tracks written over the course of a development cycle, specific rates may be subject to negotiation.

  • I will send clips and previews of the music periodically throughout the writing/producing process as 128kbps .mp3 files. The final product will be delivered as a lossless 48 kHz/24-bit .wav file; additional formats and/or sample rates available on request.

Terms & Conditions

  • Composer Rights: As the composer, I retain the copyright to the music I create for your project. This includes the right to showcase the work in my portfolio, and to use the work for promotional purposes.

  • Producer Rights: As the producer, you will receive a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, distribute, and monetize the commissioned music in your project. This includes the right to use the music in any related promotional materials, such as trailers or advertisements. However, you may not sell or license the music separately or as part of a standalone soundtrack without my explicit permission.

  • Licensing: If you require an exclusive license or transfer of copyright, this must be negotiated separately.

  • Attribution: Proper credit must be given to me as the composer in any projects that use my commissioned music. This can be done in the form of a credit line, such as "Music composed by Ethan Desautels" with a link to my website/social media profiles, as appropriate.

  • Turnaround: Depending on the complexity of the commission, turnaround may take up to 6-8 weeks after work on the commission has begun.

  • Cancellation: After work on the commission has begun all payment is final and non-refundable. If I have to cancel the commission for any reason of my own, the deposit will be refunded in full.

  • Agreement: By commissioning me for your music composition needs, you agree to the terms, conditions, and rights outlined on this webpage.

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