Michael Sutherland

Composer

Original scores for film, games and animation.

I write and produce original music for directors, developers and studios, from the first sketch through the final mix. I work in both English and Japanese, and I am always glad to talk through what a project needs before anything is locked in.

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Michael Sutherland conducting an orchestra recording session

Selected Work

  • The Gray ManAssistant to ComposerFeature Film · 2022
  • Strange WorldAssistant to ComposerFeature Film · 2022
  • FunnyLead ComposerForeign Film · 2020
  • ParallelLead ComposerLimited Series · 2024
  • Wuthering WavesAdditional MusicAction RPG · 2025
  • Midnight Street: Tokyo TuneLead ComposerMobile PvP Racing · 2023
  • Ultragirl AltersLead ComposerSRPG · 2025
  • Palette SplashLead ComposerColor Match / Puzzle · 2023

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Full Credits

  • The Rift Between UsComposerGame · In Production
  • Assoluto Racing 2Lead ComposerMobile Racing Simulator · In Production
  • GazerLead ComposerDungeon Crawler · In Production
  • The JoustComposerGame · 2026
  • ChancersComposerFilm · 2026
  • Castle BattlesLead ComposerReal-time Strategy · 2026
  • We Love Cold WarLead ComposerAnimated Series · 2026
  • PopucomAdditional Music3rd Person Shooter · 2025
  • Word MayhemLead ComposerWord Search / Puzzle · 2025
  • The BaltimoronsAssistant to ComposerFeature Film · 2025
  • Nike QualifiersLead ComposerLive Broadcast · 2024
  • Popular TheoryAdditional MusicFeature Film · 2024
  • Honor of Kings, Xiao BailongOrchestrator, SynthestratorMOBA · 2023
  • Honor of Kings, Luban No. 7SynthestratorMOBA · 2023
  • Little Red Dungeon CrawlerLead ComposerDungeon Crawler · 2023
  • Roto LocoCo-composerIntegrated VR Ride · 2022
  • Roll AwayLead Composer3D Platformer · 2021
  • PrawemitCo-composer2D Platformer · 2021
  • The Little NinjaLead ComposerIndependent Film · 2021
  • CrystalLead ComposerIndependent Film · 2021
  • RefusalLead ComposerIndependent Film · 2021
  • ExpandCivLead Composer2D Civilization Builder · 2020
  • The School SpiritLead ComposerIndependent Film · 2019
  • Wonder WomenLead ComposerDocumentary · 2019
  • The HitchhikerLead ComposerIndependent Film · 2018
  • The Experimental ArkLead ComposerIndependent Film · 2018
  • The 31stLead ComposerIndependent Film · 2017
  • Taylor Payton InvestigationsLead ComposerTelevision Advertisement · 2017
  • Storm (Gatorade)Lead ComposerWeb Advertisement · 2017
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Bio

Michael Sutherland is a Los Angeles-based composer for film, television, games, and other media. With a passion for storytelling through music, he crafts scores that enhance the emotional depth of every project. Combining expertise in composition and technology, his work often bridges the gap between traditional and modern soundscapes.

Michael holds a Master’s degree in Screen Scoring from USC and has composed for a wide range of projects, from independent films to major corporate clients. His credits include Seasick Crocodile's TV series Parallel (2025) on Amazon Prime, work with Nike, KURO Games, and various game and media companies. His ability to adapt across genres has made him a sought-after composer in both Western and international markets.

In addition to his experience in Hollywood, Michael is active in Japan, where he collaborates with directors on live-action and animated projects. With a minor in Japanese Language from FSU - one of the top programs in the field - he brings a unique cross-cultural perspective to his work, helping to bridge creative and linguistic barriers in global productions.

Portrait of Michael Sutherland

Sessions

  • Michael Sutherland on the scoring stage after a session
  • Conducting an orchestral recording session
  • At the mixing console during a session
  • Session at the Silent Zoo scoring stage
  • Reviewing a cue at the console
  • Orchestra recording at the Warner Bros Eastwood Scoring Stage
  • Microphones set for an orchestral session

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