Woody Pak’s work is enriched by his multicultural background, shaped by his upbringing in Hawaii and Korean American heritage. A mainstay in the Asian American creative space, his career spans film, theater, and new media, where he blends global sounds with cutting-edge technology. Notable film scores include Planet B-boy, The Grace Lee Project, Waikiki, Jeanette Lee Vs., Black Picket Fence, Seoul Searching, Life Risking Romance (목숨 건 연애), Miss Monday, and Girls on the Wall.
In musical theater, Woody’s collaborations with Tony Award-winner Brian Yorkey on The Wedding Banquet and Making Tracks highlight his talent for crafting universal stories through a cross-cultural lens. His musicals in Korea, including The Devil, Equal, and Blue Helmet, have captivated audiences across Asia, with The Devil touring internationally and Equal and Blue Helmet featuring K-Pop stars.
Woody’s memorable scores have also amplified brands like Google, Disney, Hyundai, and Honda. An innovator in new media, he collaborates with digital artist Bosul Kim on projects like Invisible Touch and Vital Signs, pushing the boundaries of XR and telematics. His diverse collaborations include artists such as BTS, DJ Spooky, and haegeum virtuoso Kang Eunil.
A graduate of MIT and Juilliard, Woody is based in Boston, where he is on the Screen Scoring faculty at Berklee, guiding the next generation of composers.