Bits & Pieces: Practical Insights from an Indie Game Composer

What does it take to succeed as a freelance indie game composer? I’m not sure I know, but after over a decade of working on indie projects, juggling freelance gigs, and making plenty of mistakes along the way, I’ve picked up a few things worth sharing.

This book isn’t about formulas or guarantees. It’s not a technical manual or a deep dive into perfecting your craft. Instead, it’s a practical set of guides and reflections on topics I've stumbled through from trial and error.

This book is a curated and edited collection of blog articles I’ve written over the years. It includes reflections on the projects I’ve worked on, lessons learned from my mistakes, and insights into my approach to freelancing as a composer for indie video games. You’ll also find straightforward guides for beginners in sound design, dialogue editing, synthesis, and understanding royalties, as well as a resource hub filled with sources for navigating opportunities, continuous learning, and more.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking for clarity in your freelance journey, Bits & Pieces is here to save you some time, offer a little perspective from a fellow composer, and help you carve out your own path in this unpredictable, creative industry.