Josh Plainse
Appleton,WI
Summary
Hybrid communications and operations professional with a Bachelor’s degree in English and over a decade of experience in transportation logistics, dock operations, and deadline-driven environments. Proven track record in writing, editing, and producing digital content for major entertainment platforms while simultaneously managing real-world operational workflows. Brings strong storytelling, documentation, and communication skills grounded in hands-on industry experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Dispatcher / Operations
Tax AirFreight Inc.
Neenah, USA
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinate daily transportation schedules and driver communication
- Process shipping paperwork, bills of lading, and delivery documentation
- Perform dock work including loading/unloading freight and organizing cargo
- Monitor freight flow and resolve time-sensitive operational issues
YouTube Content Creator
12.2022 - Current
- Plan, script, film, and edit movie and television reaction/review content
- Channel monetized within first year; continues steady audience growth
- Translate complex ideas into clear, engaging, audience-friendly narratives
Delivery Driver
09.2022 - Current
- Execute daily delivery routes with efficiency, accuracy, and reliability
Senior Writer
ScreenRant.com
10.2019 - 09.2022
- Researched, wrote, edited, and formatted high-traffic TV and movie content
- Balanced creative storytelling with accuracy, SEO, and tight deadlines
Freelance Writer
Ranker.com
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Produced structured, research-driven entertainment articles
- Adapted writing style to platform-specific formats and data-driven models
Freelance Writer
Mandatory Media / ComingSoon.net
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Wrote features, listicles, and opinion pieces with a focus on clarity and engagement
Dispatcher / Dock Supervisor
Tax AirFreight Inc.
Neenah, USA
05.2011 - 09.2019
- Supervised dock operations, freight handling, and driver scheduling
- Processed shipping documentation and tracked cargo movement
Editorial Intern
The Fox Magazine
12.2018 - 07.2019
Editorial Intern
Bookstr.com
12.2018 - 07.2019
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh
Associate Degree - General Studies
University of Wisconsin–Fox Valley
Skills
- Writing & Editing
- Operational Communication
- SEO & Digital Media
- Process Documentation
- Script & Creative Writing
- Research
- Dispatch & Routing
- Shipping Paperwork
- Dock Operations
- Deadline Management
- Cross-Team Coordination
- Microsoft Office
Writing Portfolio
- Screenrant.com/author/jplai
- Mandatory.com/author/josh_plainse
- Ranker.com/writer/josh-plainse
- Bookstr.com/author/joshplainse
- Comingsoon.net/author/jplainse
Timeline
Dispatcher / Operations
Tax AirFreight Inc.
05.2025 - Current
YouTube Content Creator
12.2022 - Current
Delivery Driver
09.2022 - Current
Freelance Writer
Ranker.com
02.2020 - 08.2022
Senior Writer
ScreenRant.com
10.2019 - 09.2022
Freelance Writer
Mandatory Media / ComingSoon.net
06.2019 - 03.2022
Editorial Intern
The Fox Magazine
12.2018 - 07.2019
Editorial Intern
Bookstr.com
12.2018 - 07.2019
Dispatcher / Dock Supervisor
Tax AirFreight Inc.
05.2011 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh
Associate Degree - General Studies
University of Wisconsin–Fox Valley