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Robert Yaniz Jr. is a writer, editor, and podcast producer with 20+ years across journalism, B2B content marketing, and independent media. He's founded and run Crooked Table Productions since 2014 — 340+ episodes, 200+ guest appearances, 60+ cross-promotional collabs — handling everything from audio editing and mastering to video and show notes. His range runs from entertainment journalism, corporate content and proposal writing, newsletter strategy, and full-cycle podcast production. Clients get a producer who understands both the technical craft and the story. Robert who can take raw audio and turn it into something polished, professional, and genuinely worth listening to.…Robert Yaniz Jr. is a writer, editor, and podcast producer with 20+ years across journalism, B2B content marketing, and independent media. He's founded and run Crooked Table Productions since 2014 — 340+ episodes, 200+ guest appearances, 60+ cross-promotional collabs — handling everything from audio editing and mastering to video and show notes. His range runs from entertainment journalism, corporate content and proposal writing, newsletter strategy, and full-cycle podcast production. Clients get a producer who understands both the technical craft and the story. Robert who can take raw audio and turn it into something polished, professional, and genuinely worth listening to.

Robert Yaniz Jr.

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Robert Yaniz Jr. is a writer, editor, and podcast producer with 20+ years across journalism, B2B content marketing, and independent media. He's founded and run Crooked Table Productions since 2014 — 340+ episodes, 200+ guest appearances, 60+ cross-promotional collabs — handling everything from audio editing and mastering to video and show notes. His range runs from entertainment journalism, corporate content and proposal writing, newsletter strategy, and full-cycle podcast production. Clients get a producer who understands both the technical craft and the story. Robert who can take raw audio and turn it into something polished, professional, and genuinely worth listening to.…Robert Yaniz Jr. is a writer, editor, and podcast producer with 20+ years across journalism, B2B content marketing, and independent media. He's founded and run Crooked Table Productions since 2014 — 340+ episodes, 200+ guest appearances, 60+ cross-promotional collabs — handling everything from audio editing and mastering to video and show notes. His range runs from entertainment journalism, corporate content and proposal writing, newsletter strategy, and full-cycle podcast production. Clients get a producer who understands both the technical craft and the story. Robert who can take raw audio and turn it into something polished, professional, and genuinely worth listening to.

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Robert Yaniz Jr. is a writer, editor, and podcast producer with 20+ years across journalism, B2B content marketing, and independent media. He’s founded and run Crooked Table Productions since 2014 — 340+ episodes, 200+ guest appearances, 60+ cross-promotional collabs — handling everything from audio editing and mastering to video and show notes.

His range runs from entertainment journalism, corporate content and proposal writing, newsletter strategy, and full-cycle podcast production. Clients get a producer who understands both the technical craft and the story. Robert who can take raw audio and turn it into something polished, professional, and genuinely worth listening to.

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Freelance Content Specialist

January 1, 2025 - Present

Edited long-form content for marketing campaigns, focusing on clarity, voice, and audience. Used AI tools to accelerate research and development, optimizing editorial output. Reviewed content for accuracy and alignment, reporting issues to meet production KPIs.

Content Editor at 1105 Media

January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025

Curated and published 750+ articles, managing daily news for a national trade publication. Managed social media using performance data to improve engagement and grow readership. Represented the brand on webinars and podcasts to extend reach to niche audiences.

Media Reviewer at Common Sense Media

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024

Served as an inaugural team member for the company’s brand-new podcast review team. Applied a metrics-based system to evaluate popular and rising podcasts and YouTube channels. Empowered parents to make mindful decisions about the media their children consume.

Entertainment Writer at Showbiz Cheat Sheet

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023

Expanded readership with daily search articles, achieving 50M+ page views. Developed SEO-targeted pitches focused on trending film, TV, music, and celebrity topics. Helped shape site voice as part of a committee focused on improving overall content quality.

Freelance Writer and Editor

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019

Crafted landing pages, ad copy, emails, newsletters, social media posts, ebooks, and blogs. Collaborated with management to design SaaS, B2B, and B2C content marketing campaigns. Managed and contributed to global writing teams, covering both business and entertainment topics.

Marketing Communications Coordinator at Holland & Knight

January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015

Supported internal and external marketing communications in collaboration with attorneys. Designed announcements, profiles, case studies, ad copy, event invitations, and other materials. Provided firm-wide support in accordance with industry standards and state bar rules.

Podcast Host/Producer at Crooked Table Productions

January 1, 2014 - Present

Developed and sustained audience engagement over 12+ years of independent podcasting. Managed end-to-end content workflow across 340+ episodes, from scripting through post-production. Coordinated 200+ guest episodes and 60+ cross-promotional appearances.

Contributing Writer at Patch

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012

Built connections with the local community and small business owners. Complemented original on-location reporting and interviews with original photography. Covered new community businesses and local political developments with original reporting.

Proposal Writer at Ceridian

January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014

Expanded HR and benefits services solutions client base. Composed customized proposal packages to support new business opportunities. Attended industry events to improve business practices and explore new solutions.

Interactive Scriptwriter at Ignite Media Solutions

January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011

Developed sales-driven speech and online technical scripts with programming-based writing. Collaborated with other departments to meet direct-response goals. Coordinated with in-house voice talent to ensure accuracy and efficiency of vocal delivery.

Editorial Assistant at Tampa Bay Business Journal

January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010

Contributed to award-winning reporting for weekly print and daily online editions. Assembled research and expert sources for ongoing features and signature lists. Conducted in-depth interviews with key decision-makers in the local business scene.

Contributing Writer at Maddux Business Report

January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007

Delivered features and other articles for a local business magazine. Connected with local business owners and executives across multiple industries. Examined and reported on local market trends for a predominantly B2B readership.

Contributing Writer at Dunndeal Publications

January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008

Connected directly with business owners to discuss operations and mission statements. United readership through messages of positivity and appreciation for local business owners. Wrote advertorials, in-depth business profiles, and feature articles.