Jon Fitts

Jon Fitts

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Senior Simulation Designer | Narrative Design, AI, & Immersive Learning | Driving Behavior Change Through Storytelling
Durham, North Carolina, United States

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  • Attensi
    Design Lead
    Attensi
    Jan 2026 - Current (10 months)
    I’m a Design Lead at Attensi, specializing in Narrative Design and AI-assisted creative workflows - bringing structure, craft, and momentum to complex workstreams across RealTalk and AI initiatives more broadly. I own deliverables end-to-end and lead cross-team programs, translating tactical tasks into a clear bigger-picture direction. I’m a trusted escalation point within my specialism, known for proactively surfacing challenges, solving them autonomously, and maintaining a high bar for execution from discovery through delivery. A core part of my role is enabling others. I share expertise broadly, coach colleagues, and help teams adopt practical, high-quality AI workflows to improve speed, consistency, and creative output without losing th
  • Attensi
    Senior Simulation Designer
    Attensi
    Mar 2023 - Jan 2026 (2 years 11 months)
    I write and design training simulations, branching dialogues, minigames, and immersive AI-powered experiences that are effective at teaching new skills and shaping behavior.
  • L2T
    Freelance Copywriter
    L2T
    Oct 2021 - Mar 2023 (1 year 6 months)
    I wrote, edited, and optimized approximately 20,000 error-free words per month intended to sell automobiles and advertise dealer services for vehicle retailers across the United States.
  • Various
    Web3 Writer, Editor, and Narrative Strategist
    Various
    Jan 2021 - Mar 2023 (2 years 3 months)
    I worked as a freelance writer, editor, and narrative strategist for assorted companies and projects in the web3 technology space, including cryptocurrency startups and NFT collections.
  • Various
    Freelance Writer, Editor, and Narrative Strategist
    Various
    Jan 2021 - Mar 2023 (2 years 3 months)
    I worked as a freelance writer, editor, and narrative strategist for assorted companies and projects in the tech space.
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    Screenwriter & Narrative Consultant
    Baha Productions
    Mar 2018 - Oct 2018 (8 months)
    In 2018, I worked as a contractor for Baha Productions to develop the treatment and pilot story for an original, one-hour drama series set in the world of blockchain startups. During this time, I regularly consulted with studio representatives onsite in Los Angeles and drafted multiple iterations of series characters, stories, and proposal materials according to notes in a timely manner.
  • K
    Narrative Designer (Music Video)
    KBlu Productions
    Oct 2015 - Dec 2015 (3 months)
    In late 2015, I was hired by collaborator and former undergraduate classmate Kerry Dunlap (rapper Kerry Blu) to develop the concept for a music video to accompany his new single “Hit & Run”. I worked with Kerry for three months to develop a cohesive narrative and the music video was shot shortly thereafter. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1eo19Dh6Po
  • S
    Director, Writer, Producer
    Stephens Island Productions
    May 2014 - Oct 2014 (6 months)
    Produced, wrote, directed, and edited a choose-your-own-adventure web series/video game pilot, "Erebus" Play the pilot here: http://erebus.neocities.org/ErebusPilot.html
  • D
    Director of Narrative
    Jun 2013 - Sep 2019 (6 years 4 months)
    For six years, I worked for a boutique, New York City-based book producer as their in-house author and narrative lead – a literary showrunner for speculative projects. During my tenure, I researched, developed, edited, and proofread three historical fiction novels and corresponding novel treatments and oversaw additional production elements as needed. I worked independently and led small teams to develop over a dozen literary IPs in a fast-paced environment, consistently delivering quality work ahead of strict deadlines, iterating as needed to address notes, and taking production ownership of projects from conception to final draft. Show less
  • Burning Coal Theatre Company
    Director Of Education
    Burning Coal Theatre Company
    Jun 2013 - Nov 2014 (1 year 6 months)
    Upon graduating from NYU, I served as the Director of Education for Burning Coal Theatre, a professional, non-profit arts collective in Raleigh, North Carolina. While there, I curated dozens of classes, workshops, and theatre productions. I piloted numerous community outreach programs, including producing workshops and productions of Shakespeare’s plays in public schools – programs that continue to exist today. In addition, I oversaw and facilitated multiple international tours, university collaborations, and managed teams of as large as 50 people for large-scale projects. Show less
  • Self-employed
    Playwright
    Self-employed
    Aug 2005 - Mar 2023 (17 years 8 months)
    Nationally produced playwright (www.jonathanfitts.com)
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  • New York University
    master, Master of Fine Arts, Dramatic Writing
    New York University
    Jan 2011 - Jan 2013 (2 years 1 month)
  • Appalachian State University
    bachelor, Bachelor of Arts, Theatre Arts, Psychology
    Appalachian State University
    Jan 2007 - Jan 2011 (4 years 1 month)
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