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Joshua Harnden

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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.

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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.

  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

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Projects · 1

I produced, wrote for and did a large bit of editing for this show across 132 90-minute episodes, during its run on TLC. I started on season 7 of the show and I was there until it was finally cancelled by TLC five years later. During that time I managed the story department, the editors, and I performed as an editor myself. I wrote voice over for the show, conducted voice over sessions, and worked at the tip of the spear assembling episode after episode week after week. 90 minutes is a lot to produce every week, especially with a small team. It was a lot of work, but it was rewarding because it was a great show.

My 600-lb Life
  • Post Production Supervisor

Work experience· 6 roles

A.I. Trainer (Content Specialist) · MercorJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

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 · My 600-lb LifeJan 2018 – Jan 2023 · 5 yrs 1 mo

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 · Precision ConsultingJan 2018 – Jan 2018 · 1 mo

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.

Supervising Post Producer / Senior Story Producer · My 600-lb Life — TLCJan 2018 – Jan 2023 · 5 yrs 1 mo
Co-Executive Producer / Story Consultant · Roman Atwood’s DaydreamsJan 2017 – Jan 2018 · 1 yr 1 mo
Co-Executive Producer / Story Consultant · Roman Atwood’s Daydreams — YouTube RedJan 2017 – Jan 2018 · 1 yr 1 mo

Education· 8

MFA, Creative Writing · Otis College of Art & Design2030 – 2026
BA, English · Princeton University2030 – 2026
Certificate, Screenwriting · UCLA2030 – 2026
Certificate in Full-Stack Software Development (In Progress) · UT Austin2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards· 6

MFA, Creative Writing2030 – 2026
BA, English2030 – 2026
Certificate, Screenwriting2030 – 2026
Certificate in Full-Stack Software Development (In Progress)2030 – 2026

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