I'm a podcast producer with more than a decade of experience building and launching audio and video content at scale. I've led shows from pitch to premiere, including 12+ original series at Microsoft, collaborating with editors, designers, marketing partners, and global stakeholders to shape compelling stories and reliable production workflows. I excel at growing audiences through YouTube, promotional clips, and short-form distribution across TikTok and YouTube Shorts, using platform analytics and audience retention data to refine episode structure, runtime, and content strategy. I'm passionate about innovation, storytelling, and leveraging podcasts to move audiences.

Robert Petrillo

I'm a podcast producer with more than a decade of experience building and launching audio and video content at scale. I've led shows from pitch to premiere, including 12+ original series at Microsoft, collaborating with editors, designers, marketing partners, and global stakeholders to shape compelling stories and reliable production workflows. I excel at growing audiences through YouTube, promotional clips, and short-form distribution across TikTok and YouTube Shorts, using platform analytics and audience retention data to refine episode structure, runtime, and content strategy. I'm passionate about innovation, storytelling, and leveraging podcasts to move audiences.

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I’m a podcast producer with more than a decade of experience building and launching audio and video content at scale. I’ve led shows from pitch to premiere, including 12+ original series at Microsoft, collaborating with editors, designers, marketing partners, and global stakeholders to shape compelling stories and reliable production workflows.

I excel at growing audiences through YouTube, promotional clips, and short-form distribution across TikTok and YouTube Shorts, using platform analytics and audience retention data to refine episode structure, runtime, and content strategy. I’m passionate about innovation, storytelling, and leveraging podcasts to move audiences.

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Work Experience

Senior Podcast Producer at Microsoft
January 1, 2021 - Present
Launched and managed 12+ original podcast series focused on AI, cybersecurity and leadership. Oversaw all production phases including scripting, remote recording, interview direction, and editing. Led cross-functional collaboration between design, engineering, and marketing teams. Directed video shoots and managed Riverside.fm sessions with executive hosts and global guests. Developed YouTube podcast strategies for full episodes, promo clips, and shorts to drive growth.
Audio Producer at Hubbard Radio – KTAR News, Phoenix
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021
Produced podcasts and commercial content for a top-15 market news and talk station. Led cross-functional teams of editors, designers, and producers across multiple shows. Edited multi-track audio and ensured clean delivery under tight deadlines. Directed recording sessions with hosts and guests to shape strong interviews and storytelling.
Associate Producer at KTAR News, Phoenix
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Supported teams by pitching topics, booking guests, and preparing scripts. Conducted deep-dive research to support current events coverage and expert interviews. Built foundational experience in content ideation, newsroom pacing, and broadcast logistics.

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Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services