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I'm Joshua Harnden, a Senior Creative Producer and Editorial Leader with two decades shaping narrative primarily as a documentary reality TV producer and editor. I excel at turning complex ideas into clear, emotionally resonant stories and leading cross-functional teams through multi-stage production—from concept to final delivery under tight deadlines. Emmy-nominated; MFA in Creative Writing; I blend writing, editing, project management, and storytelling to deliver high-impact content. I mentor teams, build scalable workflows, and push for outcomes that meet brand goals and audience engagement. Above all else, I'm proud of the process I've developed for address swathes of footage, sorting the wheat from the chaff, and coming up with polished products that resonate deeply by eliciting a deep emotional connection from the audience.…I'm Joshua Harnden, a Senior Creative Producer and Editorial Leader with two decades shaping narrative primarily as a documentary reality TV producer and editor. I excel at turning complex ideas into clear, emotionally resonant stories and leading cross-functional teams through multi-stage production—from concept to final delivery under tight deadlines. Emmy-nominated; MFA in Creative Writing; I blend writing, editing, project management, and storytelling to deliver high-impact content. I mentor teams, build scalable workflows, and push for outcomes that meet brand goals and audience engagement. Above all else, I'm proud of the process I've developed for address swathes of footage, sorting the wheat from the chaff, and coming up with polished products that resonate deeply by eliciting a deep emotional connection from the audience.

Joshua Harnden

Writer, Executive Producer, Story Producer, +3

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I'm Joshua Harnden, a Senior Creative Producer and Editorial Leader with two decades shaping narrative primarily as a documentary reality TV producer and editor. I excel at turning complex ideas into clear, emotionally resonant stories and leading cross-functional teams through multi-stage production—from concept to final delivery under tight deadlines. Emmy-nominated; MFA in Creative Writing; I blend writing, editing, project management, and storytelling to deliver high-impact content. I mentor teams, build scalable workflows, and push for outcomes that meet brand goals and audience engagement. Above all else, I'm proud of the process I've developed for address swathes of footage, sorting the wheat from the chaff, and coming up with polished products that resonate deeply by eliciting a deep emotional connection from the audience.…I'm Joshua Harnden, a Senior Creative Producer and Editorial Leader with two decades shaping narrative primarily as a documentary reality TV producer and editor. I excel at turning complex ideas into clear, emotionally resonant stories and leading cross-functional teams through multi-stage production—from concept to final delivery under tight deadlines. Emmy-nominated; MFA in Creative Writing; I blend writing, editing, project management, and storytelling to deliver high-impact content. I mentor teams, build scalable workflows, and push for outcomes that meet brand goals and audience engagement. Above all else, I'm proud of the process I've developed for address swathes of footage, sorting the wheat from the chaff, and coming up with polished products that resonate deeply by eliciting a deep emotional connection from the audience.

Available to hire

I’m Joshua Harnden, a Senior Creative Producer and Editorial Leader with two decades shaping narrative primarily as a documentary reality TV producer and editor. I excel at turning complex ideas into clear, emotionally resonant stories and leading cross-functional teams through multi-stage production—from concept to final delivery under tight deadlines.

Emmy-nominated; MFA in Creative Writing; I blend writing, editing, project management, and storytelling to deliver high-impact content. I mentor teams, build scalable workflows, and push for outcomes that meet brand goals and audience engagement.

Above all else, I’m proud of the process I’ve developed for address swathes of footage, sorting the wheat from the chaff, and coming up with polished products that resonate deeply by eliciting a deep emotional connection from the audience.

Skills

Copywriting

Script

Experience Level

Copywriting

Expert

Script

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

A.I. Trainer (Content Specialist) at Mercor

January 1, 2025 - Present

Evaluate and refine AI-generated writing for clarity, tone, accuracy, and narrative flow. Create high-quality training content across formats (dialogue, scripts, long-form, short-form). Apply editorial judgment and storytelling expertise to improve model outputs. Work cross-functionally with technical teams to improve content systems and guidelines.

Supervising Post Producer / Senior Story Producer at My 600-lb Life — TLC

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023

Led editorial/story teams across 130 long-form episodes (90 minutes each). Directed narrative structure, pacing, character arcs, emotional beats, and thematic cohesion. Managed multiple editors, coordinated with field teams, and delivered on aggressive timelines. Oversaw post-production workflow, quality control, and network deliveries. Wrote all voice-over scripts, episode descriptions, and promotional copy. Translated large volumes of raw footage into clear, compelling narratives.

Freelance Writer at Precision Consulting

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018

Wrote and edited long-form research-based content at the PhD level. Translated complex academic material into engaging, audience-friendly narratives. Adapted style and tone across varied subject matter with high accuracy.

Co-Executive Producer / Story Consultant at Roman Atwood’s Daydreams — YouTube Red

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Rebuilt narrative clarity for a struggling series; guided creative direction and editorial strategy. Led post-production and finishing editorial; collaborated cross-functionally with stakeholders. Contributed to the show earning an Emmy nomination.

Supervising Post Producer / Senior Story Producer at My 600-lb Life

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023

Co-Executive Producer / Story Consultant at Roman Atwood’s Daydreams

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018