prelaunch sale Ends January 1ST
LAST CHANCE TO SAVE 80% OFF

Score Like a Hollywood Composer.

In 30 Days.

Learn the exact method a working Hollywood composer uses on every project and finish professional film music in 30 days.

FOUNDING MEMBER PRICE $149  |  PRICE RISES TO $299 APRIL 1ST

IAN HONEYMAN

spent 20+ years working in Hollywood film music. Starting as a technical score assistant on Pirates of the Caribbean, he went on to write music for TMNT, Miami Vice, Constantine, and many more, with credits spanning Netflix, Disney, and beyond. Now he's teaching the exact process he developed on real productions, step by step, the way it's actually done on the job. Not what you'd learn in school. What you'd learn on the job.

30 DAY FILM COMPOSER

Order the course now and get lifetime access to everything

30 Day Film Composer - online film scoring course for musicians

30 DAY FILM COMPOSER COURSE

$299

(full price $499)

  • 16+ Hours of Video Lessons: 40+ lessons covering Ian’s complete film scoring process, taught step by step, the way it’s actually done on real productions.

  • Daily Practice Exercises: Short, focused exercises that build real composing skills and keep momentum through every stage of the process.

  • Structured Scoring Method: Analyze scenes, write strong themes, orchestrate and produce cinematic music, then mix, master and deliver professional cues. 

  • The Business of Film Music: How to collaborate with directors, understand contracts and royalties, and start building a career.

  • Lifetime Access + All Future Modules: Everything available now, plus every new lesson Ian adds, automatically, at no extra cost.

What you'll walk away with:

  • A repeatable scoring process you can use on every project

  • Your own cinematic sound, not a copy of someone else’s

  • The confidence to sit down with a scene and know exactly what to do next 

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING

"Your approach of Acts 1, 2 and 3 ... build ideas, build instrument palette, to orchestration ... it's brilliant and I've adopted that approach ... it's an honour to learn from you."

Stuart D.

"It's clear and detailed and I like the fact that you encourage individuality and creativity within the set process, it has helped me to focus on the details I sometimes neglect ... Thanks for the great work building the course."

Yado U.

"I'm starting to get a much clearer sense of how to move from piano to orchestration, and how to fill the gaps in a practical way ... Adding a cymbal at the end of a mid range instrument passage, that was a lightbulb moment. You make it look easy."

Vivian K.

"My best film scoring teacher ever! Ian is very thoughtful and has a deep understanding of film scoring! Not only of knowledge but also understanding the relationship between music, composer and audience!"

Jinfeng Z.

"Studying with Ian opened up my world as a composer. His skill set and experience are so valuable, and his process makes creating music much easier. If you have the opportunity to learn from Ian I would definitely recommend you take it!"

Vincent O.

"Ian's mentorship was transformative. His mastery of storytelling through music gave me the confidence to grow as a composer, sharpened my skills and helped me to discover my own unique voice."

Taisuke K.

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

IAN HONEYMAN

Ian Honeyman spent 20 years in the rooms where Hollywood film music gets made. Starting as a technical score assistant on Pirates of the Caribbean, he went on to write music for more than 60 films, series, and games, with credits spanning Netflix, Disney, and national broadcast. His work has received an ASCAP Award, multiple Hollywood Music in Media Award nominations, and contributed to Emmy winning and Oscar shortlisted projects.

He studied classical composition at the Peabody Conservatory, then moved to Los Angeles with one goal: to write music for picture at the highest level. Along the way he worked alongside some of the industry's top composers, built his own step-by-step process for writing powerful, original film music, and developed a reputation for helping other composers find their voice and do the same.

But this course is not about credits. It is about the process. The repeatable, practical process Ian developed over two decades of real productions, now taught step by step, the way it is actually done on the job. No theory for theory's sake. Just real craft from someone who has lived it.

If you are serious about finishing professional cinematic music in your own voice, this is your opportunity to learn directly from someone who has been where you are and knows exactly what it takes to move forward.

Summary Of The 30 Day Film Composer Process

Composer recording piano themes with microphone and guitar in home recording studio

DEFINE YOUR SOUND AND WRITE KILLER THEMES

Create material in your own, unique voice.

STRUCTURE THE CUE AND BRING IT TO LIFE

Turn your sketches into finished pieces of powerful music.

Film composer analyzing sheet music at recording console to arrange and structure cues
Recording engineer and composer at mixing console with film musicians performing in studio

POLISH, MIX & MASTER

Use pro techniques to give your music weight, clarity, and size.

DELIVER, FOLLOW UP AND GET WORK!

Collaborate with filmmakers, grow your network and send your music out in the world.

Composer and guitarist collaborating in recording studio to create cinematic music

Summary Of The 30 Day Film Composer Process

DEFINE YOUR SOUND AND WRITE KILLER THEMES

Create Amazing Material in your own, unique voice.

STRUCTURE THE CUE AND BRING IT TO LIFE

Use material to match, support and elevate the scene.

POLISH, MIX & MASTER
Use pro techniques to give your music weight, clarity, size and emotion.
DELIVER, FOLLOW UP AND GET WORK!

Collaborate with filmmakers, grow your network and send your music out in the world.

MEMBER BONUSES

Order now to lock in everything below.

  • Professional Templates: Jump-start the process with DAW templates (Logic Pro, Cubase, Pro Tools) pre-set for cinematic scoring - complete with instrument categories, reverb and routing, ready for your unique sound.

  • Practice Scenes: Choose from our exclusive library of film scenes, ready for you to score.

  • Private Community: Get answers to your questions and connect with other ambitious composers - no more second-guessing or creative isolation.

  • Director's POV - What Filmmakers Want: A special interview with a real director revealing how they choose composers and what they truly look for in a score.

  • Industry Insights Guide: A professional overview of contracts, royalties, and licensing - everything you need to navigate the business side of composing.

  • Professional Templates: Jump-start the process with templates pre-set for cinematic scoring - complete with instrument categories, reverb and routing, ready for your unique sound.

  • Exclusive Video Feedback (Early Students Only): Get personalized feedback from Ian on one of your finished tracks - a limited bonus for early members only.

  • Practice Scenes: Choose from our exclusive library of film scenes, ready for you to score.

  • Private Community: Get answers to your questions and connect with other ambitious composers - no more second-guessing or creative isolation.

  • Live Q&A Calls: Join Ian live inside the community to get personalized guidance and insights.

  • Customized Course (Pre-Launch Exclusive): Be part of shaping the course itself - your feedback helps tailor lessons to your goals. 

  • Director's POV: What Filmmakers Want: A special interview with a real director revealing how they choose composers and what they truly look for in a score.

  • Industry Insights Guide: A professional overview of contracts, royalties, and licensing - everything you need to navigate the business side of composing.

What's Included In 30 Day Film Composer

Recording engineer setting up professional microphones with musicians in live recording studio

INSTRUMENT MASTERY

Work confidently with orchestra, synths, samplers, guitars, and unique instruments.

DEVELOP YOUR UNMISTAKABLE SOUND

Write music that sounds like you - while perfectly serving the emotion and story of the film.

Composer playing oud in recording studio while musician listens during creative collaboration
Film composer at workstation with MIDI keyboard, DAW software monitors, and professional studio equipment

REAL WORLD SCENES

Score ready-to-go film scenes from a curated library of classics and discover how to tell powerful stories through music.

THE BUSINESS OF FILM MUSIC

Learn how to collaborate with directors, manage budgets, understand royalties, and build a composing career.

Film composer in professional scoring studio with mixing console and reference monitors
Film composer on video conference call with online community members for group support and feedback

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Connect with fellow composers, share progress, and get help whenever you need it inside the private community.

FEATURES

Daily practice exercises icon

Daily Practice Exercises

Professional templates icon

Professional Templates

Practice film scenes icon

PRACTICE

SCENES

Live Q&A calls icon

PRIVATE

COMMUNITY

What's Included In 30 Day Film Composer

INSTRUMENT MASTERY

Master working with orchestra and synths, guitars, samplers and unique instruments.

DEVELOP UNMISTAKABLE SOUND

Create music that sounds unmistakable like you, and unique to the film at the same time.

REAL WORLD EXAMPLES
Learn storytelling by scoring scenes - Includes a library of ready-to-score scenes from classic films.
BUSINESS OF FILM MUSIC

Collaborate with filmmaking clients, budgeting, royalty streams, getting work and making a living.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Get support from a community of students, learning at the same time as you.

FEATURES

Daily Practice Exercises

Professional Templates

PRACTICE SCENES

PRIVATE COMMUNITY

This Course Is For You If:

  • You want to create professional-quality film music that stands out - and gets remembered

  • You're ready to expand your skills in cinematic writing, arranging, and production

  • You care about developing your own sound instead of copying Hollywood trends

  • You’re a musician or composer who wants to work in film but doesn’t know where to start

This Program Is Designed For:

  • Experienced Musicians Ready to Make the Leap Into Film Scoring

  • Amateur Musicians and Students Eager to Score Films

  • ​Electronic Producers Building a Cinematic Sound

  • ​Working Composers Looking For a Creative Edge

  • Songwriters Exploring Film Composition

  • DIY Producers Seeking Structure & Feedback

  • Classically Trained Musicians Going Modern

  • Cinematic Sound Lovers Ready To Go Pro

Who Is This Course NOT For?

  • You've never used a DAW, virtual instrument or basic production software (the First Time Composer course is coming soon)

  • You prefer to figure things out through endless trial and error instead of following a proven process

  • You’re only interested in orchestral scoring and not open to developing your own unique sound

  • You don’t believe in your potential or aren’t ready to push past self-doubt

  • You’re looking for a music theory course instead of a hands-on composing journey

Listen To These Client Stories

Supercut of testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

The course isn't finished yet - should I wait?

No, and buying now works in your favor. The course is nearly complete, and the price increases when it is. You get immediate access to everything available now, plus every new module automatically as it releases, without paying anything more.

What skill level is this program for?

If you've used a DAW and are excited to learn, you’re ready. This course is for musicians with some experience and basic DAW familiarity - no film scoring background required. Student-level musicianship is totally fine.

How long do I have access to the program & when does it start?

You can start right away, the courses are pre-recorded, and you'll have lifetime access. Go at your own pace, revisit anytime, and learn whenever inspiration strikes.

Can't I learn all of this on Youtube?

YouTube is good for tips, but it’s scattered and inconsistent. This course gives you a focused, proven system to create cinematic, story-driven music that sounds professional and gets remembered.

Do I need a fancy studio or film scoring experience?

Not at all. All you need is a laptop or computer, a DAW, a MIDI keyboard, and headphones or speakers. You'll learn how to create professional-sounding film music from whatever setup you have right now.

Should I invest in 30 Day Film Composer before upgrading my music gear?

Yes! Great results come from process, not expensive tools. You'll learn to get cinematic results with what you have - plus you'll get a gear-buying guide so you know exactly what's worth investing in.

What if I don’t have time right now?

The course is self-paced and built for busy musicians. The lessons are concise and actionable - even a few hours a week will lead to a pro-quality showreel without burnout.

What if I’m not good enough yet?

This course meets you where you are and takes your music to a new level. Whether you're just starting or already producing, you'll learn the techniques and creative tools to dramatically improve your work - fast. You'll finish with music that's clear, confident, and uniquely yours.

What if I’ve already taken other film scoring courses?

Perfect. That means you're serious - and you'll get even more from this. Unlike programs that only teach orchestration or theory, 30 Day Film Composer covers the full process: writing, producing, and finishing cinematic music that's emotional, original, and ready for your showreel.

Will this help me get actual scoring jobs?

No course can promise jobs, but this one gives you the tools and strategy to start landing them. You'll create a professional showreel that showcases your voice, learn to produce music that connects emotionally, and develop the skills directors look for. We'll even cover networking and pitching basics.

I've never used a DAW, what should I do?

No problem. We're creating a beginner-friendly First-Time Composer course. Email [email protected] to get early access.

IS THERE A GUARANTEE?

7-Day Money Back Guarantee badge - 30 Day Film Composer satisfaction guarantee

Absolutely. 30 Day Film Composer comes with a 7-Day Money-Back Guarantee. If you start the course and don't feel confident, inspired, and completely satisfied within your first 7 days - email us for a full refund, no questions asked. You have nothing to lose and a film scoring career to gain.

READY TO WRITE MUSIC THAT ACTUALLY SOUNDS LIKE YOU?

30 Day Film Composer - online film scoring course for musicians

Order now and get lifetime access to the complete course, all future modules, professional templates, practice scenes, and the private community.

This is Ian's real workflow. Taught the way it's actually done. The only thing left is to start.

Copyright 2026 FilmScoreAcademy™

By visiting this page, you agree to our terms and conditions & privacy policy.