With almost 10 years experience in online digital production, Mark Larkin, executive producer of CNET Broadband and Webcasting, is responsible for managing a team of video and technical producers who develop and execute on CNET Networks broadband video strategy and mission for the consumer electronics and small business categories.  He was instrumental in the development of several original video series focusing on lifestyle content such as “First Looks from the Labs,”  “Insider Secrets,” “Car Tech,” “Weekend Project,” and “Hot Houses.”  He also worked closely with the technical team to develop standards for online video production and compression as well as specs for advertisers. 

Since joining CNET Networks in 1996, Larkin has held several production roles including associate producer, producer and senior producer.  Through a partnership CNET.com had with Edmunds.com, Larkin, a senior producer, at the time, oversaw the team that developed the first video to appear on the Edmunds.com site.  He was also a producer for two of CNET’s technology focused television shows - "The New Edge" with Ryan Seacrest and "Cool Tech" with Daphne Brogdon and Desmond Crisis.  “The New Edge” covered the latest technology where Larkin was responsible for producing segments ranging from Fuel Cell cars to Robotic medicine. “Cool Tech” featured the hottest new gear and gizmos including segments on in-line skating and underwater scooters among others.

Larkin received the 2000 CNET Networks Achievement award and the 2004 CNET Networks Excellence Award, which acknowledge extraordinary contributions to the company by individuals who have performed at the highest level to move the business.