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Eric Scott Olson

@ericscottolson

Message

I craft executive narratives, speeches, and live experiences for global brands.

United States

Message

What I'm looking for

I'm looking to partner with organizations and senior leaders on executive communications, narrative strategy, speeches, corporate events, and visual storytelling that turn complex business priorities into compelling, high-impact experiences.

I craft executive narratives, speeches, and high-impact live experiences for global brands. As an independent Narrative Strategist, Creative Director, and Writer, I partner with companies to turn complex business and product goals into cohesive stories.

At Bishop-McCann, I advised senior executives on messaging for high-stakes corporate moments and conferences, leading end-to-end storytelling and communications strategy. Earlier, at Sharp No. 2 Creative and MEDIA LOFT, I created executive briefings, presentations, films, experiential campaigns, and events for clients including Dell, Boston Scientific, Medtronic, Optum, and Target.

My background in broadcast television, filmmaking, and creative direction helps me produce polished, culturally resonant content under pressure—from C-suite speeches to business theater and visual narratives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Narrative Strategist, Creative Director, Writer

Current

Independent

Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Partner with companies to develop cohesive brand and product narratives articulating complex business goals. Creative Director for large-scale corporate events, overseeing end-to-end content strategy and execution.

Brand Narrative Content Strategy Visual Content

Director, Creative Strategy

Bishop-McCann

Aug 2023 - Mar 2025 (1 year 7 months)

Strategic advisor to senior executives, driving message development and speech writing for high-stakes corporate moments and conferences. Led end-to-end storytelling and comprehensive communications strategies that aligned with overarching business goals.

Executive Communication Event Strategy Cross Functional Collaboration Live Events Business Theater

Creative Strategist / Creative Director / Writer

Sharp No. 2 Creative

Apr 2015 - Aug 2023 (8 years 4 months)

Architected and delivered thought-leadership content, executive briefing narratives, and high-impact presentations across various industries. Developed creative solutions from concept to completion, ensuring all messaging reinforced corporate narratives and strategic priorities.

Thought Leadership Executive Briefings Presentation Design Creative Direction Video Scripts Experiential Marketing

Creative Director

MEDIA LOFT, INC.

Jan 2003 - Jul 2014 (11 years 6 months)

Directed high-impact narratives for Fortune 500 clients including Dell, Boston Scientific, Medtronic, and Optum. Translated complex technology and healthcare concepts into engaging narratives for C-suite presentations and live events.

Healthcare Communication Creative Direction Live Events Business Theater

Creative Strategist / Associate Creative Director

PERISCOPE

Feb 2008 - Feb 2009 (1 year)

Delivered integrated marketing strategies combining traditional advertising with digital and experiential marketing.

Integrated Marketing Digital Marketing Experiential Marketing

Head Writer & Promotions Manager

Buena Vista Television

Feb 1996 - Nov 2001 (5 years 9 months)

Operated in fast-moving, high-stakes broadcast environments as Head Writer for the syndicated talk show Iyanla and Manager of On-Air Promotions for the Jerry Springer Show. Wrote, directed, and produced on-air content, demonstrating the ability to respond quickly and decisively while delivering highly polished scripts on tight deadlines.

Script Writing Jerry Springer Show

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Speech – Radio/Television/Film

Bachelor of Science in Speech with a focus on Radio, Television, and Film. Curriculum focused on creative writing for the media and avant-garde cinema.