I’ve spent over 20 years producing and editing for cable network television, crafting programs for networks such as ESPN2, CBS Sports, and MotorTrend. I also bring more than 30 years of automotive journalism to the table as a freelance writer for a variety of publications. I edit on Avid and occasionally shoot as a videographer, translating fast-paced automotive stories into engaging on-screen content. I’m passionate about storytelling in the automotive world and enjoy collaborating with teams to deliver compelling narratives that resonate with viewers and readers alike.

Robert Bravender

I’ve spent over 20 years producing and editing for cable network television, crafting programs for networks such as ESPN2, CBS Sports, and MotorTrend. I also bring more than 30 years of automotive journalism to the table as a freelance writer for a variety of publications. I edit on Avid and occasionally shoot as a videographer, translating fast-paced automotive stories into engaging on-screen content. I’m passionate about storytelling in the automotive world and enjoy collaborating with teams to deliver compelling narratives that resonate with viewers and readers alike.

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I’ve spent over 20 years producing and editing for cable network television, crafting programs for networks such as ESPN2, CBS Sports, and MotorTrend. I also bring more than 30 years of automotive journalism to the table as a freelance writer for a variety of publications. I edit on Avid and occasionally shoot as a videographer, translating fast-paced automotive stories into engaging on-screen content.

I’m passionate about storytelling in the automotive world and enjoy collaborating with teams to deliver compelling narratives that resonate with viewers and readers alike.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

TV Producer/Writer/Editor at Masters Entertainment Group
January 1, 1998 - Present
Worked as writer, producer, and editor on programs such as "Brand New Muscle Car", "Motorhead Garage", "Bidding Wars", "Performance TV", and "USAR Pro Cup Racing" for networks including ESPN2, CBS Sports, and MotorTrend. Responsibilities included television production tasks such as editing on Avid and occasional videography.
Contributing Editor at Motor Age Magazine
December 31, 2022 - July 20, 2025
Profiled automotive repair shops across the United States as a contributing editor, writing feature stories and detailed profiles for an automotive repair trade magazine over a 13-year period.
Editorial Director of NMCA Muscle Monthly at National Muscle Car Association
December 31, 1997 - July 20, 2025
Served as editor and primary writer, directing car shows, copywriting, layout design, 35mm photography, and managing bulk mailing for a drag race promotion company, until it was acquired by Petersen Publishing.
TV Producer/Writer/Editor at Masters Entertainment Group
January 1, 1998 - Present
Writer/producer on programs such as Brand New Muscle Car, Motorhead Garage, Bidding Wars, Performance TV, USAR Pro Cup Racing for networks including ESPN2, CBS Sports, and MotorTrend.
Contributing Editor at MOTOR AGE MAGAZINE
January 1, 2022 - September 12, 2025
Profiling repair shops across the U.S.
Editorial Director at National Muscle Car Association
January 1, 1997 - September 12, 2025
Editor/primary writer, car show director, copywriter, layout, 35mm photography, bulk mailing.
TV Producer/Writer/Editor at Masters Entertainment Group
January 1, 1998 - Present
Writer/producer on programs such as Brand New Muscle Car, Motorhead Garage, Bidding Wars, Performance TV, USAR Pro Cup Racing for networks including ESPN2, CBS Sports, and MotorTrend.
Contributing Editor at Motor Age Magazine
January 1, 2022 - September 12, 2025
Profiling repair shops across the U.S. for an automotive repair trade publication.
Editorial Director of NMCA Muscle Monthly at National Muscle Car Association
January 1, 1997 - September 12, 2025
Editor/primary writer, car show director, copywriter, layout, 35mm photography, bulk mailing.
Freelance Writer at Various publications
January 1, 1997 - Present
Freelance writing for non-automotive and automotive outlets, including Marquee Magazine, Memphis Downtowner, Memphis Star, The Morris Report, Tri-Cities Business Journal, Johnson City News & Neighbor; and automotive publications such as Motor Age Magazine, Automotive Report, Performance Racing Industry, CompetitionPlus.com, SecondChanceGarage.com, Cars & Parts Magazine, Inside Motorsports, Musclecars of the '60s & 70s, Musclecar Classics, Auto Restorer, Musclecars Southwest, Holeshot, Drag Racing Monthly.
TV Producer/Writer/Editor at Masters Entertainment Group
January 1, 1998 - Present
Writer/producer on programs such as “Brand New Muscle Car”, “Motorhead Garage”, “Bidding Wars”, “Performance TV”, and “USAR Pro Cup Racing” for networks including ESPN2, CBS Sports, and MotorTrend.
Contributing Editor at Motor Age Magazine
January 1, 2022 - September 12, 2025
Profiling repair shops across the U.S.
Editorial Director of NMCA Muscle Monthly at National Muscle Car Association
January 1, 1997 - September 12, 2025
Editor/primary writer, car show director, copywriter, layout, 35mm photography, bulk mailing.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of Memphis
January 1, 1982 - May 31, 1986
Bachelor of Arts, double major in film/video production and history at University of Memphis
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1986
Bachelor of Arts at University of Memphis
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1986
Bachelor of Arts in film/video production and history at University of Memphis
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1986

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services