Senior audio producer, engineer, composer, sound designer and media creator with 20 years of professional experience in audio production. Extensive background creating sonic identities, sound design, and original music for broadcast, digital media, podcasts, branded content, and interactive formats. Experienced collaborator across creative and technical teams, with a strong foundation in educational media, storytelling, and audience-focused audio production.

Sam Beaubien

Senior audio producer, engineer, composer, sound designer and media creator with 20 years of professional experience in audio production. Extensive background creating sonic identities, sound design, and original music for broadcast, digital media, podcasts, branded content, and interactive formats. Experienced collaborator across creative and technical teams, with a strong foundation in educational media, storytelling, and audience-focused audio production.

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Senior audio producer, engineer, composer, sound designer and media creator with 20 years of professional experience in audio production. Extensive background creating sonic identities, sound design, and original music for broadcast, digital media, podcasts, branded content, and interactive formats. Experienced collaborator across creative and technical teams, with a strong foundation in educational media, storytelling, and audience-focused audio production.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Producer / Engineer at WDET Detroit Public Radio
January 1, 2018 - Present
Conceptualize, produce, and deliver original sound design, audio imaging, and music for broadcast, podcast, and digital platforms. Compose original theme music, bumper tracks, and sonic elements that support storytelling and audience engagement. Establish and maintain audio production standards for editing, mixing, mastering, and loudness control across formats. Collaborate with programming, membership, underwriting, and digital teams to ensure audio assets align with creative goals and technical requirements. Manage post-production workflows including recording, editing, sound design, mixing, mastering, and board operation. Lead development of new audio programs, shaping sonic vision and coordinating deliverables with hosts and production teams.
Audio Producer / Engineer at WDET Detroit Public Radio
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Conceptualize, produce, and deliver original sound design, audio imaging, and music for broadcast, podcast, and digital platforms. Compose and produce original theme music, bumper tracks, and sonic elements that support storytelling and audience engagement.
Composer / Producer / Engineer at Freelance
January 1, 2006 - Present
Compose, produce, and design original music and sound for branded content, film, podcasts, and digital media. Collaborate with creative teams to translate conceptual ideas into polished audio assets. Clients include Chrysler, Ford, Cadillac, Amazon, Owens Corning, BIC Lighters, Lincoln Financial, and Morgan Stanley. Licensed original compositions across major platforms including Comedy Central, NBC, Showtime, Cartoon Network, and Apple.

Education

Master of Music — Jazz Performance & Composition at Wayne State University
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
Bachelor of Music — Music Education at Wayne State University
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization