Alex Pfeffer

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Writing about growth, creativity, and the business of being a creative.

Trailer MusicFebruary 21, 2026

Trailer Music 101: Structure and Duration

The two things every trailer composer must understand before writing a single note: how long your track should be and how to structure it for maximum impact.

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Video Game MusicFebruary 21, 2026

What Makes Video Game Music Work

After 15 years of composing for games, here is what I have learned about writing music that actually serves the player experience, not just the composer's ego.

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Trailer MusicFebruary 20, 2026

How Trailer Composers Actually Get Paid

There are two ways trailer composers make money: sync fees and royalties. Here is how both work and why understanding the difference matters for your career.

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Build Your Music BusinessFebruary 19, 2026

Why Going Live Is Your Secret Weapon Against AI

AI content is flooding every platform. But there is one thing it cannot replicate: the raw, unfiltered experience of human creativity happening in real time.

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PersonalFebruary 15, 2026

From Composer to Growth Engineer: Why I Made the Leap

After years scoring films and games, I found myself building systems instead of scores. Here is why the transition felt natural.

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GrowthFebruary 10, 2026

Three Systems Every Composer Needs to Build a Sustainable Career

Talent gets you in the door. Systems keep you in the room. Here are the three I wish I had built earlier.

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GrowthFebruary 5, 2026

What Is Growth Engineering and Why Should Creatives Care?

Growth engineering is not just for tech startups. It is a mindset that every creative business can adopt.

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