Mike Ault

Director of Music Operations at Riot Games

Mike Ault is the Director of Music Operations at Riot Games, where he oversees music operational strategy across publishing, composition, and global esports events for franchises like League of Legends and VALORANT. Drawing on over a decade at Psyonix and Epic Games, where he helped shape the sound and licensing framework behind Rocket League, Mike specializes in bridging creative storytelling, brand partnerships, and the complex business of music rights in interactive media. As co-founder of the Same Same But Different music festival, he brings a rare dual perspective on how licensing challenges play out in both major entertainment companies and the independent live event world. His work focuses on building scalable systems that empower creators while navigating the evolving landscape of music ownership, technology, and artist collaboration.