Mike Sargent

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I am an I'm an award-winning podcast producer, editor, and audio storyteller, experienced voice-over artist, radio host, and media producer with a background in podcasting, journalism, and film & video production.

About

I am an I’m an award-winning podcast producer, editor, and audio storyteller, experienced voice-over artist, radio host, and media producer with a background in podcasting, journalism, and film & video production.

Throughout my career, I have held leadership positions managing production workflows, training teams, and directing diverse audio and film projects, including award-winning podcasts and sound design for theater. I am passionate about storytelling and am dedicated to inclusive and thoughtful content creation across media sectors.

  • Joined April 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Financial Services
  • Non-Profit Organization

Projects · 2

Work experience· 11 roles

Director/Producer · IndependentSep 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 3 mos

Directed, produced, and co-wrote feature film From the Shadows starting October 2023.

Producer · WBGO StudiosMay 2021 – Sep 2025 · 4 yrs 5 mos

Produced a four-part podcast series titled The Great Wealth Divide sponsored by JPMorgan Chase, focusing on finance, socioeconomic issues, and diversity with in-depth discussions on wealth disparity and societal impacts.

Senior Production Manager · Futuro Media GroupApr 2021 – Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 9 mos

Led the production process for the Latino USA show, managing workflows, deadlines, and show planning. Served as the primary technical liaison coordinating internal teams and external producers to ensure smooth execution. Designed and implemented production workflow improvements improving overall efficiency and quality. Directed a team of producers maintaining high standards in sound and production quality. Represented the organization in external meetings and managed schedules and resource allocation. Created detailed production summaries, schedules, and pitch documents.

Lead Instructor · The Afrikan Poetry TheaterDec 2020 – Sep 2025 · 4 yrs 10 mos
Producer/Co-host · SonoroApr 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 8 mos
Team Leader/Producer · Wine Enthusiast MagazineDec 2019 – Sep 2025 · 5 yrs 10 mos
Producer/Arts Programming Manager · WBAI Radio 99.5 FMDec 2012 – Oct 2017 · 4 yrs 11 mos
Sound Designer · Various TheatersDec 2010 – Sep 2025 · 14 yrs 10 mos

Certifications and awards

Webby Award for Producing the Brown & Black podcast2022 – 2025
Webby Award for the Brown & Black podcast2023 – 2025

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