I'm Rob Cullen, an Emmy nominated writer and showrunner with more than twenty years of experience creating compelling stories and unforgettable characters. I have a proven track record of keeping productions on or under budget and thriving in high-pressure environments. I've led talented teams, hired and mentored performers, and collaborated with Netflix, BET+, NBC, ABC, Paramount, and 20th Century Fox to deliver entertaining and commercially successful projects. I'm a collaborative team player who thrives on creative challenges and bringing complex stories to life.

Robb Cullen

I'm Rob Cullen, an Emmy nominated writer and showrunner with more than twenty years of experience creating compelling stories and unforgettable characters. I have a proven track record of keeping productions on or under budget and thriving in high-pressure environments. I've led talented teams, hired and mentored performers, and collaborated with Netflix, BET+, NBC, ABC, Paramount, and 20th Century Fox to deliver entertaining and commercially successful projects. I'm a collaborative team player who thrives on creative challenges and bringing complex stories to life.

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I’m Rob Cullen, an Emmy nominated writer and showrunner with more than twenty years of experience creating compelling stories and unforgettable characters. I have a proven track record of keeping productions on or under budget and thriving in high-pressure environments.

I’ve led talented teams, hired and mentored performers, and collaborated with Netflix, BET+, NBC, ABC, Paramount, and 20th Century Fox to deliver entertaining and commercially successful projects. I’m a collaborative team player who thrives on creative challenges and bringing complex stories to life.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer/Showrunner at Netflix with BET+
May 1, 2021 - Present
Wrote and created the series Average Joe for Netflix and BET+. Hired the show's talent and mentored them on character development. Led a team of eight writers, overseeing all scripts. Developed and implemented the PR campaign for the show. Worked with producers to bring the season in under budget.
Writer/Showrunner at NBC Universal
January 1, 2019 - April 1, 2021
Worked on and ran multiple shows for NBC including Las Vegas, Heist, Mr. Robinson, and The Friendly's.
Writer/Showrunner at ABC
June 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Worked on and ran multiple shows for ABC including Roseanne and Back In The Game.
Writer/Producer at Paramount Pictures
November 1, 2013 - May 1, 2016
Wrote and produced the feature film Cop Out starring Bruce Willis and Tracy Morgan.
Writer/Producer at 20th Century Fox
March 1, 2010 - October 1, 2013
Wrote and Produced the feature film Once Upon a Time in Venice starring Bruce Willis and Jason Momoa.

Education

B.S. at University of California, Los Angeles
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1988

Qualifications

Primetime Emmy Award nomination - Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series
January 11, 2030 - March 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment