Become a freelance sound engineer, composer or beatmaker

Join our team of professionals, work with artists from all over the world through remote recording, and let your talent for crafting sonic masterpieces be discovered.

Frequently asked questions from freelance sound engineers

Do I need self-employed status to work on Melo?

Yes. You work as an independent professional: sole trader, company or the equivalent in your country. Melo does not employ you — the platform connects you with artists, collects payment on your behalf and pays out your earnings.

How much does a freelance sound engineer earn on Melo?

Your income depends on your rates and on how many sessions you take, since you set the price of every service yourself. Each booked session is paid upfront by the artist, which removes unpaid invoices and chasing.

Do I need a professional studio to get started?

No. A properly treated home studio, an audio interface and a stable internet connection are enough for most mixing and mastering work. For remote recording sessions, the artist captures their vocals on their own side.

How do you find clients when starting out as a freelancer?

Melo puts you directly in front of artists looking for a service, with no cold outreach. A complete profile, audio samples and your first client reviews are enough to push your services up the search results.

Can I offer something other than mixing?

Yes. You can publish recording, mixing, mastering, composing or beat production services, and combine several roles on a single profile.