For over a decade, Joel has had the privilege of writing, producing and editing on A/V creative marketing campaigns for some of the world’s most recognizable series in streaming and cable. A natural storyteller, Joel is known for bringing high-level creative ideas from the drawing board to final delivery -- whether that’s cutting dynamic promos, trailers & social assets, creatively managing entire campaigns, crafting compelling copy, or capturing on-set moments with top-tier talent. After dedicating much of his career to amazing brands like HBO, HBO Max, The History Channel, A+E Networks, Syfy, USA Network, and truTV, Joel is now charting his own course with his freelance company, Space Cadet Creative LLC.

Joel Kotlowitz

For over a decade, Joel has had the privilege of writing, producing and editing on A/V creative marketing campaigns for some of the world’s most recognizable series in streaming and cable. A natural storyteller, Joel is known for bringing high-level creative ideas from the drawing board to final delivery -- whether that’s cutting dynamic promos, trailers & social assets, creatively managing entire campaigns, crafting compelling copy, or capturing on-set moments with top-tier talent. After dedicating much of his career to amazing brands like HBO, HBO Max, The History Channel, A+E Networks, Syfy, USA Network, and truTV, Joel is now charting his own course with his freelance company, Space Cadet Creative LLC.

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For over a decade, Joel has had the privilege of writing, producing and editing on A/V creative marketing campaigns for some of the world’s most recognizable series in streaming and cable.

A natural storyteller, Joel is known for bringing high-level creative ideas from the drawing board to final delivery – whether that’s cutting dynamic promos, trailers & social assets, creatively managing entire campaigns, crafting compelling copy, or capturing on-set moments with top-tier talent.

After dedicating much of his career to amazing brands like HBO, HBO Max, The History Channel, A+E Networks, Syfy, USA Network, and truTV, Joel is now charting his own course with his freelance company, Space Cadet Creative LLC.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Sr. Writer, Producer, Editor at HBO/MAX
April 30, 2022 - July 9, 2025
Produced and edited promotional materials for broadcast, digital, social, and theatrical on high-profile titles such as Game of Thrones, Westworld, Barry, Euphoria, Perry Mason, High Maintenance, Lovecraft Country, The Nevers, and The Flight Attendant. Led A/V marketing campaigns by collaborating with internal departments, vendors, and in-house creative teams, working alongside creative directors, programmers, marketing executives, and showrunners to achieve creative approvals. Conceptualized, pitched, and shot assets for extra content marketing campaigns by working with line producers, production crews, and talent to capture conceptual, behind-the-scenes, and interview materials while adhering to budgets. Conducted on-camera interviews with top-tier talent and executive producers, including Robert Downey Jr, Matthew Rhys, and Kaley Cuoco.
Sr. Writer, Producer, Editor at History/A+E Networks
September 1, 2018 - July 9, 2025
Wrote, produced, and edited trailers, sizzles, TV spots, conceptual shoots, behind-the-scenes content, and extra materials for major network series including Vikings. Creatively directed motion designers, audio engineers, editors, composers, and voice over talent to execute high-level marketing pieces and promotional packaging. Coordinated with editorial and graphic vendors to deliver polished marketing packages.
Writer, Producer, Editor at Syfy / NBC Universal
May 1, 2015 - July 9, 2025
Contributed to writing, producing, and editing various promotional content.
Production Assistant at USA Network
September 1, 2011 - July 9, 2025
Supported production activities and assisted various departments.
Production Assistant at truTV
June 1, 2010 - July 9, 2025
Assisted production teams with day-to-day tasks and operations.
Assistant Editor at Beehive
August 1, 2009 - July 9, 2025
Provided support in editing trailers, promos, segments, and social media content; involved in post-production workflows and copywriting.
Lead Editor, Writer/Producer at Freelance
April 1, 2022 - Present
Write copy, produce, edit, and deliver audiovisual assets including trailers, teasers, TV spots, sizzles, and segments for high-profile clients. Manage all business operations including development, subcontracting, advertising, accounting, and IT. Clients include HBO, MAX, Paramount+, Paramount Movie Network, CNN, The History Channel, Lifetime, and Scripps News.

Education

B.A. at The Pennsylvania State University
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment