🚀 This Week’s Challenge: Reach Out To Someone New (And Do It Right)

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Hey everyone!

Let’s turn things up a notch this week:

🎯 Your challenge is to reach out to someone NEW in the industry — someone you don’t know yet — and introduce yourself as a composer.

❗ IMPORTANT: Please take 2 minutes to read this entire post before you act. The instructions below are crucial, and this is NOT about selling anything.

📝 Why are we doing this?

Most composers don’t know how to market themselves — and that’s okay. That’s why we’re starting small.This is NOT about pitching or trying to “get a job” on the spot.This IS about introducing yourself, showing you exist, and starting a professional relationship.

In other words: Networking — not selling.

🎯 Be aware of your target group. Before you reach out, make sure your message and portfolio match the company you’re contacting. If you’re writing to a video game developer, don’t present yourself as a “trailer composer” — focus on how your skills fit their world.

Likewise, if you’re contacting a trailer house, highlight your experience with high-impact, cinematic music. Always speak their language and show that you understand their needs.

📝 How To Introduce Yourself (Without Being Pushy)

✅ Step 1 — Do your homework:

Look up the person or company. What kind of projects do they specialize in? Games? Trailers? Films? Make sure your style fits their world.

✅ Step 2 — Lead with them, not you:

Mention something specific you noticed or appreciate about their work or company.(Example: “I really admire your focus on immersive sound design — it’s inspiring.”)

✅ Step 3 — Say who you are (briefly):

One clear sentence about you.(Example: “I’m a composer focusing on hybrid orchestral and cinematic sound design for games and trailers.”)

✅ Step 4 — Offer to help, don’t expect info:

Instead of asking about confidential projects or what they’re working on (which might be under NDA), keep it open and respectful.(Example: “I’d love to learn more about how I could support your team’s audio needs, or if there’s anything you might be looking for in a composer.”)

📬 Example Message:

"Hi [Name], I came across your work at [Company] and really admire your focus on cinematic sound and innovative audio. I’m a composer specializing in hybrid orchestral and sound design-driven music for games and trailers. If there’s ever an opportunity where my skills could support your projects, I’d love to connect and stay in touch!”

(PLEASE be ware of your target group, you do NOT want to introduce yourself as a trailer or prod

💬 What to do now:

✅ Post below: Who are you going to contact, and what’s your draft message?

✅ I’m happy to help you refine your message if you share it here.

✅ And remember: This is NOT about selling or pushing anything — just about building your network and being seen.

Let’s go — one new connection could open the next door for you.

You got this. 💪

— Alex

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