Iyaz Akhtar

Iyaz Akhtar is a talented professional currently working as a Mobile Analyst at PCMag.com.1 He is a seasoned journalist with over two decades of experience in the technology and media industry.2

Career Highlights

Podcasting and Video Production: Akhtar has extensive experience in creating and delivering engaging podcasts and videos focused on current events, technology, and science.1 He has partnered with leading technology companies to produce shows about new and innovative products, handling various aspects of production including script writing, content creation, and video editing.1

Notable Achievements:

• Co-hosted CNET's "The 404" daily podcast
• Created and hosted "Netpicks" series, featured on CBS radio stations in 25 markets
• Increased overall views with 25M+ media starts and 10M completions across CNET videos
• Won a Podcast Award in the technology category for co-hosting Tech News Today
• Received a Bronze Telly Award for his work on Ghostbusters World Tips and Tricks1

Skills and Expertise

Akhtar is known for his ability to:

• Analyze data and audience feedback to guide content development
• Research, write, and record detailed stories with rapid turnaround
• Go live at a moment's notice while handling production issues
• Drive bottom-line growth by building new followings
• Provide live coverage of various tech events for companies like Google and Apple1

Previous Roles

Before his current position at PCMag.com, Akhtar has held several roles in the media industry, including:

• Features Writer at PCMag.com (Ziff Davis, Inc.)
• Managing Editor at TechVi.com
• Co-founder/Host/Producer at FiniteComedy.com1

Iyaz Akhtar is dedicated to ethical reporting across all media platforms and continues to contribute to the technology journalism field through his work at PCMag.com.345