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WRITE PROFESSIONAL FILM MUSIC IN 30 DAYS
Ian Honeyman has spent over 20 years working in Hollywood. Now he teaches you his exact process, step by step.
$499
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Learn at your own pace
LEARN FROM A WORKING HOLLYWOOD COMPOSER
TESTIMONIALS
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."
"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."
I'm very happy to write this: one of my produced songs was nominated for two European film festivals (Spain and France)..I would like to thank you, Ian Honeyman , for your course. Everything started here. I had no idea how to articulate ideas or create the essence of scores/songs, and I'm already grateful even at this early stage.
"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."
"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!"
"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!"
"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."
INSIDE THE COURSE
$499
15 modules
75 lessons
16 hours and 55 minutes
Every technique lands exactly when you're ready to use it - you learn orchestration when you're about to orchestrate, mixing tools when you're about to mix - so nothing sits as theory before you need it.
STAGE 1: FIND THE SOUND
Module 0: Welcome. What this course is, and what it means to score a film.
Module 1: Get to Know the Scene. Spotting, reading a scene's emotional world, finding the sounds it's asking for.
Module 2: Instruments. Samplers, synths, guitar, world instruments, sound design, and recording your own samples into instruments nobody else has.
Module 3: The Orchestra. Strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, piano, plucked and mallets - what each does, and how to use it to serve emotion.
STAGE 2: WRITE THE THEME, BUILD THE CUE
Module 4: Melody, harmony, theme development, and a full theme suite that survives being orchestrated.
Module 5: Writing the Cue. Three-act shape, tension and release, cue architecture - you write a full cue to picture.
Make it sound like a film
Module 6: Orchestrate, Arrange & Produce. Sketch to full production, layering, and making virtual instruments sound like real players.
Module 7: Mix and Master. Getting weight, clarity, and size out of every mix tool, then mastering and printing stems.
STAGE 3: DELIVER IT LIKE A PRO
Module 8: Working with Musicians. Session prep, working with an orchestrator, recording and editing live players.
Module 9: Working with Filmmakers. Communicating clearly, earning trust, taking notes without losing your voice - plus real director notes on a real cue.
Module 10: Working with Genres. Writing convincingly outside your default style.
Module 11: Organize & Deliver. Cue databases, picture changes, and delivering the way people actually expect to receive it.
STAGE 4: WHAT COMES NEXT
Module 12: The Business of Film Music. Contracts, royalties, PROs, and who else is on your team.
Module 13: Get Your Music Out There & Get Work. Building your reel, your presence, and landing the first job.
Module 14: Work-Life Balance. Budgeting a score, handling a first film, managing pressure and deadlines.
Lifetime access, plus every future module Ian adds - automatically, at no extra cost.
BONUSES
Professional DAW Templates: Ian's actual Logic Pro, Cubase, and Pro Tools sessions, instrument categories and routing already built.
Practice Scene Library: real film scenes, ready for you to score.
Director's POV: two working directors on what they actually look for in a composer.
Private Community: other composers doing the same work, with Ian answering questions directly. No more composing in isolation.
The Working Composer Kit: a deal memo template, a royalties and distribution checklist, an outreach kit with bios and email templates, and an outreach tracker to keep every contact and follow-up in one place.
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MEMBER BONUSES
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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.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
IAN HONEYMAN
"I'm Ian Honeyman. During my 20+ year career as a film composer, I've written music for more than 70 films, series, and games including major studio releases for Disney, Warner Bros. and Netflix, Emmy-winning TV, and international productions.
I created Film Score Academy and 30 Day Film Composer to share what I've learned with the next generation of composers, and help you build the skills to create the music you've always wanted to write.
I'm confident 30 Day Film Composer will help you become the composer you always dreamed of being. Keep learning, keep writing, and I can't wait to hear what you create."
– Ian Honeyman
Founder | Film Score Academy
Ian has spent over 20 years writing music for movies and TV. He started as a technical score assistant on Pirates of the Caribbean and went on to write music for more than 70 films, series and games, including films like TMNT, Constantine and Miami Vice, with credits spanning Disney, Warner Bros., Netflix and more.
His work has earned an ASCAP Award and multiple Hollywood Music in Media Award nominations, and he's scored Emmy- and other award-winning projects.
He studied classical composition at the Peabody Conservatory, then moved to LA with one goal: to write music for picture at the highest level, and along the way he's helped many other composers find their way in.
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 your 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.
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 your 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.
What's Included In 30 DAY FILM COMPOSER
Instrument Mastery
Work confidently with orchestra, synths, samplers, guitars, and unique instruments.
Develop Your Own Unmistakable Sound
Write music that sounds like you - while perfectly serving the emotion and story of the film.
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.
Community Support
Connect with fellow composers, share progress, and get help whenever you need it inside the private community.
FEATURES
LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE
Professional Templates
PRACTICE
SCENES
PRIVATE
COMMUNITY
Included In 30 DAY FILM COMPOSER
Instrument Mastery
Master working with orchestra and synths, guitars, samplers and unique instruments.
Develop Your Own 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
LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE
Professional Templates
PRACTICE SCENES
PRIVATE COMMUNITY
This Course Is For You If:
Experienced musicians ready to make the leap into film scoring
Musicians coming back to it after time away
Guitarists, songwriters and producers moving into scoring
Classically trained musicians working in a DAW
Players who've noodled at the piano for years and never made something finished
Electronic and library producers building a cinematic sound
Songwriters exploring film composition
Working composers who want to update their skills and learn a faster, cleaner process
Who Is This Course NOT For?
You've never opened a DAW. We'll help you with that too. The First Time Composer course is coming soon, email [email protected] for early access.
You want a music theory course. This is hands-on, real-world composing.
FAQ'S
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?
This is a self-paced course with pre-recorded videos and lifetime access. Start when you are ready, go at your own pace, and come back 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.
I'm not classically trained. Is that a problem?
Not at all - you'll learn what the orchestra can do without needing to read a score. Plenty of working composers came from guitar, production, or playing by ear.
I've bought courses before and never finished them.
That's exactly why this is built around doing, not watching. You're composing from the first session, and every module ends with something you actually made.
What if I get stuck or blocked?
There are exercises built for exactly that, plus the community - with Ian in it, answering questions.
Is everything included, or are there upgrades later?
Everything's included: all modules, templates, documents, practice scenes, the community, and every future lesson.
What DAW do I need?
Any DAW works. Templates are included for Logic Pro, Cubase, and Pro Tools, and the process applies wherever you write.
IS THERE A 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?
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.