Hi, I’m Michael Hardman, a versatile sound designer, editor and producer with over a decade of experience in film, television, and freelance audio production. I specialize in ADR, Foley, sound design, and post-production, collaborating with directors, producers, and artists to create immersive sonic storytelling and polished deliverables. I lead audio teams, develop efficient post-production workflows, and deliver high-quality outputs on time and within budget. I enjoy mentoring junior editors and sound designers, developing creative concepts with clients, and expanding opportunities across podcasts, film, and TV through collaboration with top studios and independent producers.…

Michael Hardman

Hi, I’m Michael Hardman, a versatile sound designer, editor and producer with over a decade of experience in film, television, and freelance audio production. I specialize in ADR, Foley, sound design, and post-production, collaborating with directors, producers, and artists to create immersive sonic storytelling and polished deliverables. I lead audio teams, develop efficient post-production workflows, and deliver high-quality outputs on time and within budget. I enjoy mentoring junior editors and sound designers, developing creative concepts with clients, and expanding opportunities across podcasts, film, and TV through collaboration with top studios and independent producers.…

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Hi, I’m Michael Hardman, a versatile sound designer, editor and producer with over a decade of experience in film, television, and freelance audio production. I specialize in ADR, Foley, sound design, and post-production, collaborating with directors, producers, and artists to create immersive sonic storytelling and polished deliverables.

I lead audio teams, develop efficient post-production workflows, and deliver high-quality outputs on time and within budget. I enjoy mentoring junior editors and sound designers, developing creative concepts with clients, and expanding opportunities across podcasts, film, and TV through collaboration with top studios and independent producers.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Beginner

Work Experience

Producer / Sound Supervisor (Freelance) at Spotify Studios
July 1, 2019 - November 30, 2023
Producer and Sound Supervisor for Spotify Originals, overseeing all audio post-production including ADR, Foley, sound design, editing, and mixing. Collaborated with directors, editors and producers to realize the creative vision and deliver high-quality audio for film and TV content. Built and managed post-production workflows, schedules, vendors and studio resources, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with licensing and quality standards.
Sales / Operations Director and Audio Mixer at Mobile Studio USA
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2019
Led sales, operations and audio mixing for a mobile recording/post-production facility. Managed client relationships, pre-production to delivery workflows, and studio personnel, delivering high-quality audio for a range of projects.
ADR / Foley Supervisor at The Global Asylum Inc.
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2019
Directed ADR and Foley sessions, supervising recording and post-production workflows to ensure high-quality sound for film and television portfolios.
Editor (Originals) at Spotify Studios
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2019
Full-time editor for Spotify Originals content.
Sales/Operations Director and Audio Mixer at Mobile Studio USA
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2019
Freelance role handling sales, operations and audio mixing for mobile studio projects.
Producer / Sound Supervisor at Freelance
July 1, 2019 - November 1, 2023
Producer and sound supervisor for various freelance projects, coordinating ADR/ Foley, post production, and audio deliverables; client engagement and project management.
ADR/Foley Supervisor at The Global Asylum Inc.
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2019
Full-time ADR and Foley supervisor for a portfolio of film and TV projects, managing dialogue replacement and Foley workflows to meet creative and technical standards. Contributed to high-profile outputs including notable feature films.
Editor (Origins) at Spotify Studios – Origins (ASG), Spotify
July 1, 2019 - November 30, 2023
Full-time editor responsible for audio editing and post-production for Spotify Originals content, collaborating with producers, editors, and marketing teams to shape sound design and deliver polished episodes.
Producer / Sound Supervisor at Freelance
January 1, 2011 - Present
Freelance producer and sound supervisor for film and TV; oversees post-production sound, coordinates with producers and directors.
Editor, Originals at Spotify Studios
July 1, 2019 - November 1, 2023
Originals Editor (ASG) for Spotify Studios (Full Time).
Sound Supervisor at Freelance
January 1, 2011 - Present
Oversee sound design for freelance film and podcast projects, manage audio teams, assemble and edit audio content, ADR/Foley coordination, and deliver high-quality sound for cross-media productions.
Freelance Producer at Self-employed
June 1, 2023 - Present
Producer for film and audio projects; coordinate pre- and post-production; budget management and creative collaboration.
Editor at Self-employed / Freelance
June 1, 2023 - Present
Edit audio and video content for freelance projects, ensuring timeline alignment and cohesive storytelling.
Originals Editor (ASG) at Spotify Studio
July 1, 2019 - November 1, 2023
Oversee post-production editing for Spotify Originals; coordinate ADR; mentor juniors; develop podcast and audio content pipelines.
Music and SFX Editor at SALT (Freelance)
January 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Collaborate with directors and producers to translate creative vision into sound design and post-production deliverables.
ADR/Foley Supervisor at The Global Asylum, Inc.
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2019
Supervise ADR and Foley for film projects; coordinate with post-production teams to ensure quality.
Foreign Language Conform Editor at Warner Bros.
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Conform editor for foreign language versions; ensure lip-sync, timing, and localization compliance.
Resident Assistant at The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Manage housing operations, safety, and resident services; maintain incident records.
Usher / Customer Service at AMC Theatres, Santa Monica, CA
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Provide customer service and ushering in a high-traffic cinema environment; support theater operations.
Hospital Supply Warehouse & Deliveries at Antelope Valley Hospital
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Manage hospital supplies inventory, warehousing, and deliveries; support facilities operations.

Education

B.S. Audio Production at The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
B.S. Audio Production at The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
B.S. Audio Production at The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
DEI Fundamentals Training at Burney Consulting
April 1, 2023 - April 10, 2026
Understanding Your Audience at Lange Workshop
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
B.S. Audio Production at The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2012
B.S. Audio Production - Valedictorian at The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Level 5 Diploma - TEFL / TESOL at The TEFL Org
July 1, 2024 - April 10, 2026

Qualifications

DEI Fundamentals Training
January 1, 2023 - January 28, 2026
DEI Fundamentals Training
April 1, 2023 - January 28, 2026
Golden Reels Voting Member
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Ambie Nomination - Best Comedy Podcast (Nosy Neighbors)
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
Telly Award - Best Sound Design ('Battledogs' & 'Age of Dinosaurs')
January 11, 2030 - April 10, 2026
DEI Fundamentals Training
April 1, 2023 - April 10, 2026
B.S. Audio Production - Valedictorian
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Level 5 Diploma - TEFL / TESOL
July 1, 2024 - April 10, 2026
TEFL Diploma: 200-hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma
July 1, 2024 - April 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet

Skills

Experience Level