About Hornet
Hornet is a multidisciplinary creative studio powered by dreams, serving as a beacon of imaginative storytelling that drives creative excellence in motion design, animation, and live action.
Mission
Our mission is to create vibrant stories, sparked by dreams — a mosaic of imagination and originality into one-of-a-kind experiences for our collaborators and friends on this creative journey.
Approach
They approach their work with a dual devotion to both individual authorship and collective capabilities, seamlessly integrating their directors' visions with a full-service production pipeline.
What Sets Them Apart
Headquarters
594 Broadway 10th Fl, Suite 1010, New York, NY 10012
Featured Work
McDonalds - Rio Fruitstand - Hornet Inc./Blue Sky
McDonalds Smurfs - Property - Hornet Inc.
McDonalds - Tintin - Hornet Inc.
Post-Production Capabilities
5 servicesMotion Design
High-end motion graphics and typography
Animation
2D, 3D, and character animation services
Live Action
Live action filming and direction
Mixed Media
Combining live action, 2D, and 3D animation
VFX
Visual effects and compositing
Types of Work
Notable Clients & Projects
Industries Served
Awards & Recognition
3 awardsGold Cube and Best of Discipline for Motion/Film Craft
2025
Silver Clio (Branded Entertainment and Content)
2025
Video of the Month at the Motion Design Awards
2025
Firm Leadership
Michael Feder
Founder / Managing Partner
Greg Bedard
Founder / Managing Partner
Hana Shimizu
Managing Partner
Petter Andersson
CFO
Dez Stavracos
Head of Production
News & Press
Hornet was named one of Crain's 2025 Best Places to Work!
https://www.hellohornet.com/news
Hornet Managing Partner Hana Shimizu is a Campaign US 40 Over 40 Honoree for 2025
https://www.hellohornet.com/news
Hornet brings home a Gold Cube and Best of Discipline for Mac Miller's Balloonerism
https://www.hellohornet.com/news
Office Locations
New York
594 Broadway 10th Fl, Suite 1010, New York, NY 10012
Pricing Information
Project-based
Contact the firm directly for pricing information based on your project requirements.
Note: Pricing varies based on project scope, complexity, and timeline. Contact Hornet directly for a detailed quote tailored to your specific project requirements.