Mike Hayhurst
About Mike Hayhurst
Mike Hayhurst is a Senior Director of Sales Engineering and Operations at BLEND Localization, where he oversees voiceover projects and manages numerous recording sessions weekly. He has extensive experience in voiceover production and localization, having previously held various roles at GM Voices and BLEND Localization.
Current Role at BLEND Localization
Mike Hayhurst serves as the Senior Director of Sales Engineering and Operations at BLEND Localization. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's efforts in managing voiceover projects and operations. His role involves overseeing the technical aspects of sales and ensuring efficient processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at BLEND Localization
Prior to his current role, Mike worked at BLEND Localization as the Senior Director of Business Development from 2021 to 2022. During this time, he focused on expanding business opportunities and enhancing client relationships within the localization industry.
Career at GM Voices
Mike Hayhurst has an extensive career at GM Voices, where he held multiple positions. He served as an Audio Engineer from 2007 to 2011, then transitioned to Director of Operations from 2011 to 2016, and later became Senior Director of Strategic Sales from 2016 to 2021. His roles involved managing voiceover production and sales strategies.
Educational Background in Audio Production
Mike studied at The Art Institute of Atlanta, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Audio Production from 2005 to 2008. This educational background provided him with foundational skills in audio engineering and production, which he has applied throughout his career.
Expertise in Voiceover Production
Mike possesses significant expertise in voiceover production, managing over 80 recording sessions weekly. His experience includes producing voiceover recordings for various applications, such as call centers, telematics, business presentations, training videos, and e-learning modules. He supports projects in multiple languages with a network of over 1,000 voice actors globally.