London, UK & New York, NY – (September 16, 2025) – Covert is thrilled to welcome Harvey Gunn as Sound Designer & Composer. A versatile music and sound talent, Gunn brings a wide-ranging skill set, encompassing original composition and sound design, as well as producing, engineering, and audio post-production. In his role, he will expand the creative studio’s capabilities in sound design, Foley, music consultancy, dialogue editing and restoration, and final mix.
“I first came across Harvey through his group Frankie Stew and Harvey Gunn, and I was immediately hooked on his music,” says Max Murphy, Managing Director & Partner at Covert. “I then discovered he was equally accomplished as a commercial composer and sound designer, and I just had a hunch he’d vibe perfectly with us and enhance what we can offer clients under one roof.”
“From the moment I met Max and learned about Covert’s creative culture and remote model, I knew it was the right place for me,” adds Gunn. “Everything they do is held to the highest standard and built on a foundation of exceptional talent. I feel privileged to be part of this roster. Everyone here is deeply passionate about their craft and brings a strong work ethic–values I share.”
Whether crafting soundscapes for commercials or producing chart-topping tracks, Gunn operates at the intersection of precision and creativity. As one-half of the genre-blending Frankie Stew and Harvey Gunn, he has amassed hundreds of millions of streams, leading to collaborations with Loyle Carner and Kojey Radical, plus sold-out headline shows from Europe to Australia.
Starting as an editor and engineer in Soho and Brighton post houses, Gunn has helped bring award-winning campaigns to life for global brands, including Pepsi and Guinness, as well as entertainment giants such as Paramount, Disney, BBC, DreamWorks, and Channel 4.
Gunn’s commercial career began at Wafer Audio and Fitzrovia Post, where he built a reputation on sports campaigns. Between stints as a touring musician, he freelanced across a wide range of projects. Recent highlights include sound design and audio post for “Trust is Alive,” a visually poetic fashion film for jeweler BLEUE BURNHAM; original music and audio post for an Adidas spot featuring José Mourinho; and audio post for a series of comedy spots for Hotspur FC. Gunn also produced the official remix of The Zombies’ “Time of the Season” for Chelsea Football Club’s kit launches. The result was a trippy, retro-inspired ad.
“Working with such a legendary track—one my parents and I have always loved—felt incredible, especially knowing the original band members signed off on it,” remarks Gunn. “And I’ve always loved the intersection of sport and music, these big cultural touchpoints.”
Ultimately, Gunn’s background as a recording artist gives his commercial work a distinctive edge, offering clients more tailored, original, and emotionally resonant music solutions than stock sounds and tracks could ever provide. Alongside that, he brings the same mindset as in his indie music: simplicity, intention, and originality.
“My process is highly bespoke,” concludes Gunn. “When translating a brief, my focus is always on the principles and emotions of the brand story the client wants to convey. I then consider how to express that through a style and sound that feels authentic to me. Before I even turn on the computer, I already have the idea in my head. From there, it’s about working quickly and decisively, ensuring every choice—whether it’s a riff or an instrument—serves the picture.”
