Short film score (faux orchestral)

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I've recently finished composing and producing the score for a short film. As this score will probably become the centerpiece of my portfolio for some time to come, I've been toying around with the idea of having a seasoned score ME do the mastering (this is for the isolated score release only, as the film is already in duplication).

The score is entirely orchestral in nature, but done with virtual instruments. I'm aiming for the energetic over-the-top sound of modern hollywood cartoon scoring (think Chicken Run, Robots, Ice Age). The score release consists of 10 cues, but these are all in a very similar style and orchestration, and the whole running time is only ~12 minutes. In other words, a strict pays-per-track deal would be a disadvantage. Also, both the film and the score release are non-commercial projects, so I can't afford Bernie Grundman. More precisely, I'm hoping to get in the ballpark of around US$ 300 or less.

I readily admit that this would be the first time that I work with an external ME for my orchestral ventures, so I'm grateful for any recommendations, and be it "dude, you're totally off base". Of course, I'm more than willing to work over the 'net if that increases my chances of getting connected with some seasoned cat in LA or elsewhere