Composer for Short Film 'String Theory'

What it is

Commission to compose an original score for a 7-minute short film called 'String Theory', based on Asian mythology about soulmates across a lifetime. The film is shot in black and white with a red string as the only colour accent. The composer must create a string-led score (cello, violin, similar instruments) with a central musical motif that can evolve across eight scenes spanning 25 years of a character's life, from childhood through grief. The film has minimal dialogue and the score carries most of the emotional storytelling. The film is in final post-production and will be submitted to festivals. This is an unpaid position.

Who it is for

Composers who can create an original string-based score for a short film.

Eligibility unconfirmed. Check the residency and nationality rules on the source before applying.

Where

United Kingdom

When

October 30, 2026

Programme dates not listed

What you get

Unpaid commission to compose a 7-8 minute original score; film festival screening and composer credit.

What you need to apply

• Portfolio or samples demonstrating string composition experience
• Approach to composing the score, including ideas for the central musical motif and how it will evolve across the eight scenes

How long it takes

About 4 hours

Medium application. Estimated from the 2 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Free

Apply

https://soundandmusic.org/opportunities/listing/composer-for-short-film-string-theory/