foundobjects.nyc

What It Is

Found Objects is a music and sound-artist collective based in DUMBO, Brooklyn, New York. It is not positioned as an online design tool or asset platform, but as a high-end creative audio production company for film, television, advertising, and brands. The official website emphasizes its roots in New York’s avant-garde music scene and its influence from the Philip Glass ecosystem. The team has worked with clients such as Apple, Netflix, Hulu, Google, Nike, Warner Bros., and Sony, and has also participated in projects related to directors including Charlie Kaufman and M. Night Shyamalan.

Core Capabilities

Its services cover original music, music supervision and licensing, artist collaborations, covers and arrangements, film and TV scoring, sonic branding, main title music, sound strategy, as well as creative sound design, Atmos and 5.1 final mixes, editorial suites, and other post-production services. For brand advertising, it can do more than simply write a piece of music—it can build a sonic identity around a communication concept. For film and television projects, it can extend from score composition to supervision, licensing, and final mixing.

Pricing and Licensing

The website does not disclose any packages, unit prices, or minimum budgets, which is typical of a custom production company. Quotes usually need to be based on project scope, the degree of original music required, licensing scope, recording scale, and post-production needs. Although the main text clearly lists “Music Supervision & Licensing,” it does not explain copyright ownership, buyouts, territory, term, or media scope, so contract terms must be confirmed separately before any commercial collaboration.

Pros and Cons

Its strengths lie in its strong track record, high-profile client base, and well-rounded team, which includes composers, music supervisors, producers, and creative directors. It also has a 4,300-square-foot physical studio, making it suitable for complex recording and post-production work. Cases such as Apple Music Classical, MLB campaigns, NYT Games, and the film Heart Eyes show that it can handle a wide range of styles, including classical, jazz, orchestral, horror, and brand storytelling. The drawback is limited transparency: pricing, timelines, delivery formats, and licensing details are not publicly available. For small teams simply looking to quickly purchase commercially usable background music, the cost and communication threshold may be relatively high.

Who It’s For and Access from China

Found Objects is better suited to film producers, TV series teams, advertising agencies, international brands, and creative projects that require an original sound strategy. It is less suitable for users looking for low-cost, template-based sound effects or music assets. Access from China cannot be determined from the available information. It is unclear whether the official website can be reached reliably without restrictions, or whether video case studies are affected by third-party platforms. If a project involves cross-border collaboration, time zones, contracts, payments, and copyright enforcement should also be taken into account.