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I'm Rich Trotman, a composer, producer, percussionist and sound designer based in Indianapolis, Indiana. I build branded sonic identities and live soundscapes for stage, screen, and broadcast, blending performance energy with editorial restraint to support the moment rather than overwhelm it. I’ve founded and led ensembles, steered technology-driven production at scale, and run a boutique audio studio that embraces AI-augmented workflows to accelerate iteration while preserving signature craft. I love collaborating with directors, performers, and brands to craft sonic experiences that move audiences and leave a lasting impression.…I'm Rich Trotman, a composer, producer, percussionist and sound designer based in Indianapolis, Indiana. I build branded sonic identities and live soundscapes for stage, screen, and broadcast, blending performance energy with editorial restraint to support the moment rather than overwhelm it. I’ve founded and led ensembles, steered technology-driven production at scale, and run a boutique audio studio that embraces AI-augmented workflows to accelerate iteration while preserving signature craft. I love collaborating with directors, performers, and brands to craft sonic experiences that move audiences and leave a lasting impression.

Rich Trotman

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I'm Rich Trotman, a composer, producer, percussionist and sound designer based in Indianapolis, Indiana. I build branded sonic identities and live soundscapes for stage, screen, and broadcast, blending performance energy with editorial restraint to support the moment rather than overwhelm it. I’ve founded and led ensembles, steered technology-driven production at scale, and run a boutique audio studio that embraces AI-augmented workflows to accelerate iteration while preserving signature craft. I love collaborating with directors, performers, and brands to craft sonic experiences that move audiences and leave a lasting impression.…I'm Rich Trotman, a composer, producer, percussionist and sound designer based in Indianapolis, Indiana. I build branded sonic identities and live soundscapes for stage, screen, and broadcast, blending performance energy with editorial restraint to support the moment rather than overwhelm it. I’ve founded and led ensembles, steered technology-driven production at scale, and run a boutique audio studio that embraces AI-augmented workflows to accelerate iteration while preserving signature craft. I love collaborating with directors, performers, and brands to craft sonic experiences that move audiences and leave a lasting impression.

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I’m Rich Trotman, a composer, producer, percussionist and sound designer based in Indianapolis, Indiana. I build branded sonic identities and live soundscapes for stage, screen, and broadcast, blending performance energy with editorial restraint to support the moment rather than overwhelm it.

I’ve founded and led ensembles, steered technology-driven production at scale, and run a boutique audio studio that embraces AI-augmented workflows to accelerate iteration while preserving signature craft. I love collaborating with directors, performers, and brands to craft sonic experiences that move audiences and leave a lasting impression.

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Founder, Composer, Producer & Sound Designer at Richly Crafted

January 1, 2001 - Present

Founder and lead creative for a branded sonic identity studio. Build and execute end-to-end audio systems—theme palettes, signature sounds, and sonic branding for stage, theatre, film, and broadcast. Oversee original composition, arrangement, recording, mixing, and mastering, while integrating AI-augmented workflows to accelerate iteration without sacrificing editorial discernment.

Director of Technology / Head of Product at Drum Corps International

March 1, 2013 - September 1, 2021

Supported broadcast and audio infrastructure for 200+ annual events and 30+ partner organizations; built production-grade audio delivery, multi-cam capture, and live event sound at international scale. Led product and platform strategy across a multi-platform digital ecosystem reaching 1,000,000+ users, including 90,000+ paid streaming subscribers, contributing to a multi-million-dollar acquisition.

President & Founder at Exit88

November 1, 2019 - Present

President & Founder of a technology and creative production company spanning product strategy, AI-augmented creative pipelines, and digital experience design—bridging sound craft, product, and engineering across multiple disciplines.

Founder, Music Director, Composer at Kool’s Bazaar (and Affiliated Ensembles)

March 1, 2006 - December 1, 2017

Founded and led a nationally touring progressive ensemble with a defined sonic identity; oversaw original composition, arrangement, recording, mixing, and mastering across albums and live programs spanning Hip Hop, Jazz, Soul, Rock, Gospel, Folk, Classical, and Electronic. Managed end-to-end creative production, from concept through delivery.