Dan Zitt

Dan Zitt is the Senior Vice President of Content Production at Penguin Random House Audio Publishing Group. With over 23 years of experience in the audiobook industry, he has been a significant figure in the evolution of audiobooks, serving as the creative catalyst for more than 2,000 audiobook productions. His collaborations include work with bestselling authors, notable celebrities, and award-winning narrators. Zitt's productions have earned him 18 Grammy Award nominations, with three wins for Best Spoken Word Album, including notable titles like Bill Clinton’s My Life and Carrie Fisher’s The Princess Diarist .12

In his current role, Zitt oversees a bi-coastal production team that produces over 1,500 audiobooks annually. He has played a key role in scaling Penguin Random House's audio capabilities globally while maintaining high production standards. Additionally, he is the creator of Ahab.us, a casting website aimed at discovering voice talent for the audiobook industry .14

Zitt's leadership was particularly evident during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he adapted production processes to ensure that audiobook releases continued without delay, even while transitioning to remote recording setups .4 His commitment to quality control in audiobook production emphasizes the importance of authentic regional accents and thorough preparation .3