Hi, I’m James D. Thornton, PhD. I’m a writer, editor, designer, and audio/video editor with a knack for turning ideas into clear, engaging content across media. I run jamesthetrue.com and collaborate with clients to craft stories that resonate. My background in linguistics and broadcasting informs my precise grammar, syntax, and ability to deliver compelling narration and copy. I thrive in collaborative roles—from event coordination to public relations—bringing concepts to life from idea to completion.

James D. Thornton

Hi, I’m James D. Thornton, PhD. I’m a writer, editor, designer, and audio/video editor with a knack for turning ideas into clear, engaging content across media. I run jamesthetrue.com and collaborate with clients to craft stories that resonate. My background in linguistics and broadcasting informs my precise grammar, syntax, and ability to deliver compelling narration and copy. I thrive in collaborative roles—from event coordination to public relations—bringing concepts to life from idea to completion.

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Hi, I’m James D. Thornton, PhD. I’m a writer, editor, designer, and audio/video editor with a knack for turning ideas into clear, engaging content across media. I run jamesthetrue.com and collaborate with clients to craft stories that resonate.

My background in linguistics and broadcasting informs my precise grammar, syntax, and ability to deliver compelling narration and copy. I thrive in collaborative roles—from event coordination to public relations—bringing concepts to life from idea to completion.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer & Designer at JamesyTheTrue.com
January 1, 2021 - Present
Create writing and design content for JamesyTheTrue.com, including editorial copy and visual assets.
Assistant Department Manager & Department Manager at Save On Foods
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Managed department operations, staffing, merchandising, and customer service; oversaw performance and training.
Voice Actor / Narrator & Copy Editor at Coldwell Banker Island
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2024
Voiceover narration for property listings and marketing materials; copy editing for listings and brochures.
Event Coordinator & Publicist at Vancouver Island Music Awards
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2015
Coordinated events and publicity for Vancouver Island Music Awards, managing media outreach and logistics.
Rec Programmer & Event Coordinator at Fernwood Community Centre
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2009
Recreation programming and event coordination for community programs and events.
Writer & Designer at jamesthetrue.com
January 1, 2021 - Present
Responsible for writing and design work for brand content and web projects.

Education

Graduate Diploma in Broadcasting at Western Academy Broadcasting College
January 1, 2010 - December 29, 2025
BA in Linguistics at University of Victoria
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995
Diploma in Broadcasting at Western Academy Broadcasting College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
BA in Linguistics at University of Victoria
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

Specialty Programming Award, National Community Radio Association
January 1, 2017 - December 29, 2025
Monday Magazine's Hardest Working Person in Local Music Award
January 1, 2012 - December 29, 2025
Reading for Radio Lecture Series, Vancouver Island University
January 1, 2019 - December 29, 2025
Diploma in Broadcasting
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
BA in Linguistics
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services