Contract Composer

About the Company

Mob Entertainment is a startup multimedia studio best known for the hit indie horror game "Poppy Playtime." We are a small but fearless indie team crafting deeply atmospheric and emotionally resonant horror experiences.

Responsibilities

• Compose and produce original music tailored to the tone and pacing of a psychological horror experience
• Design adaptive music systems that respond to in-game actions and player choices
• Collaborate with the Game Director to establish the musical identity of the game
• Experiment with unconventional instruments, sound textures, and techniques to create unsettling soundscapes
• Deliver high-quality audio assets, including stems and variations for dynamic layering
• Iterate on feedback from internal playtests and reviews
• Support the audio team in creating sound effects and various aspects of game audio

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in a Composer or Audio Designer role
• Compelling portfolio or reel featuring original music and sound design matching horror, thriller, and liminal nostalgia styles
• Experience working on at least one released indie or commercial game
• Strong ability to tell stories through music and create emotional contrast
• Proficiency in a DAW (Logic, Cubase, Reaper, etc.)
• Familiarity with Metasounds and basic understanding of game implementation
• Strong communication skills and comfort working in a small, collaborative team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine
• Ability to integrate music using Unreal’s audio system
• Interest in psychological horror, folklore, or experimental storytelling
• Ability to work with both traditional composition and abstract/avant-garde soundscapes