Josh Thrower
Asheville,NC
Summary
Collaborative creative content writer, editor, and project manager with a well-rounded background in the overall media landscape (including film, network television, streaming platforms, and social media). Able to independently manage multiple projects from concept to completion in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Casting & Creative Content
City Media Entertainment
03.2016 - Current
- Managing creative content and casting materials for every City Media project (for Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Hulu, ABC, Fox, Meta/Facebook, and Spotify, among others).
- Developing pitch packages to present talent to major studios and networks.
- Writing and editing content for talent one-sheets, social media (including Brand Partnerships division), websites, casting applications, and legal verbiage.
- Designing and optimizing design templates for casting materials to maintain innovation and individuality for each project.
- Increasing casting team productivity by implementing streamlined pitch processes and effective communication strategies.
- Creating and overseeing Meta Ads campaigns for promotional casting flyers.
- Ensuring discretion and confidentiality at all times.
Account Executive, Team Lead
Jack Black
03.2016 - 03.2017
- Built and strengthened relationships with existing Nordstrom accounts to promote scalable revenue growth in the Southern California region.
- Led a team of Account Executives, fostering collaboration and driving revenue growth.
- Increased overall client satisfaction by developing and implementing tailored account strategies.
- Consistently exceeded sales goals and increased regional profitability by 15% with three months.
- Named "Top 10 Regional Sales Performers in Southern California."
- Drove business by overseeing inventory and merchandising at high-priority Nordstrom locations.
- Provided support and Jack Black product knowledge to Nordstrom sales teams.
Men's Designer Supervisor
Nordstrom
12.2011 - 03.2016
- Co-supervised Men's Designer department at one of the fastest-paced and top-selling Nordstrom locations in the nation.
- Trained sales staff of 20+ on the latest trends, upcoming seasons, and exciting new brands in the Men's Designer department.
- Established a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, sales tactics, and continuous product knowledge learning among Men's Designer team members.
- Established sales goals for team members to surpass revenue expectations.
- Named "Customer Service All-Star" by the store manager for my dedication to maintaining quality standards and personalized customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film Studies
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO05.2007
Skills
- Creative Project Management
- General Content Writing
- Social Media Marketing
- Associated Press writing style & The Chicago Manual of Style
- Visual Design: Adobe Photoshop & Canva
- Web Design: WordPress, Basic HTML & CSS
- iWork Suite
- Video Editing: iMovie & Adobe Premiere
- Google Workspace
- Google Ads & Meta Ads
- E-Commerce (Shopify)
Affiliations
- SAG-AFTRA, Member
- Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, National Member
Timeline
Manager, Casting & Creative Content
City Media Entertainment
03.2016 - Current
Account Executive, Team Lead
Jack Black
03.2016 - 03.2017
Men's Designer Supervisor
Nordstrom
12.2011 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Film Studies
University of Colorado