ABOUT:
Explosion Robinson is an award-winning audio post-production studio, that produces custom music, sound design, and sonic identities for advertising, film, and digital media. Some of our clients include Hulu, Intel, Google, YouTube, Sesame Street, Nickelodeon, FX, Hasbro, and Esteé Lauder.
We work with our partners in a collaborative manner, helping to create and curate the sonic identity of their projects, and to ensure maximum quality across all platforms. From sound design and mixing, to voiceover casting and original music, we are one-stop shop for all your audio post production needs.
FOUNDER / CREATIVE DIRECTOR:
Stephen Hermann is an award-winning sound designer, music producer, and mix engineer with over 25 years of experience in the industry. In the ’90s, he was an artist and producer affiliated with the renowned indie label Slabco Records, signing deals with Sony Music Publishing and the Beastie Boys’ label, Grand Royal. His projects include Sukpatch, Explosion Robinson, (his band name before launching the company), and collaborations with the legendary indie-pop sensation The Cannanes. He also co-wrote and produced for Anthem Facility, securing sync placements on HBO’s Entourage and a Dell Computer advertising campaign.
Since founding Explosion Robinson in 2004, Stephen has shaped the sonic identity of multiple television networks, produced music for hundreds of commercials, and sound designed and mixed thousands more. Working closely with producers, directors, agencies, and brands, he ensures every piece of content sounds its absolute best—enhancing stories and engaging audiences through masterfully crafted audio.
SERVICES:
Sound Design
Custom Music
Sonic Branding
Music Supervision
Stereo Mix to Picture
Voice Over Casting
Voice Over Record
Podcast Production
AI Voice Creation
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AWARDS & NOTABLES:
2023 – “Algiers America” on Hulu
2020 – La ENA – “Official Selection” Cannes International Pan-African Film Festival
2019 – La ENA “Best Documentary Feature” Nova Frontier Film Festival
2019 – i-D VICE “What’s in a Pronoun” Feature
2019 – T.O.Webfest – “Short Term Rental” Web Series – Official Selection
2019 – Seattle International Film Festival – “Short Term Rental” Web Series
2018 – Promax Gold – “Nickelodeon Rebrand Refresh”
2018 – Promax Silver – “Nickelodeon Winter Campaign”
2017 – Clio Silver – “Nickelodeon Brand Refresh”
2017 – Shoot Magazine: “Nickelodeon’s Winter Refresh”
2017 – Hollywood Reporter: “Nickelodeon Unveils Brand Refresh”
2016 – Daytime Emmy Award – This American Life “Videos 4 U: Tattoos”
2015 – Field Notes “Write” Featured In Forbes
2015 – TriBeCa Film Festival – Best Narrative Short “The Statistical Analysis of …”
2015 – Vimeo Staff Pick – This American Life “Videos 4 U: Tattoos”
2014 – Athens Film Festival “Award for Best Use of Sound: What Cheer?”
2014 – New York Shorts Fest – Best of New York: “What Cheer”
2013 – USA Premier of The Cannanes “Crawler”
2013 – Spin Magazine Premier of The Cannanes “Bumper”
2012 – Promax Bronze – “RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 4” – Best of Original Music
2012 – Creativity Media Awards (Silver) – “RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 4”
2012 – One Show Awards (Bronze) – “RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 4 Launch Spot”
2010 – Clio Award Shortlist – “Trace” Dell Inspiron