Joshua Karp
5.0
(8)
AI for Product Interviews, Case Prep and On-the-Job Performance
Studied at USC Marshall School of Business
Hiring Manager at Paramount
Successful clients at
Available Friday at 10:00 PM UTC
Questions? Start chatting with this coach before you get started.
Joshua's Coaching Offerings
Custom hourly · $225/hr
Get help with AI Ethics & Responsible AI and AI Research.
Joshua’s AI Automation & Agents Qualifications
Experience level: Vice President
I actively integrate AI into day-to-day product management workflows and coach others on how to use it responsibly and effectively across the full product lifecycle. My focus is not just on the tools themselves, but on how AI changes operating cadence, decision-making, and execution quality for product teams. I regularly use AI to synthesize large qualitative and quantitative inputs — including stakeholder feedback, customer research, meeting notes, support tickets, and performance data — into actionable product insights and prioritized decisions. I also use it to accelerate product documentation (PRDs, acceptance criteria, roadmaps), structure experimentation plans, and pressure-test product thinking before development begins. Beyond documentation, I apply AI to: - market and competitive analysis - hypothesis generation and validation planning - feature scoping and edge-case identification - UX and copy iteration - prototyping and concept evaluation - preparing executive-level communication and product narratives I also coach professionals on when not to use AI, how to verify outputs, and how to combine domain expertise with AI assistance rather than replacing judgment. A core part of my coaching is teaching PMs how to move from task execution to higher-leverage thinking by offloading mechanical work (summaries, organization, first-draft analysis) while retaining ownership of strategy, prioritization, and decision accountability. My goal is to help product managers become AI-augmented operators — faster, clearer, and more strategic — rather than simply faster at producing documents.
Joshua can help with:
AI Ethics & Responsible AI
AI Research
About Joshua
I didn’t start my career in product — I found my way into it. After working in media and entertainment, I went back to business school thinking I’d move into traditional marketing. But while I was there, social media exploded. Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter were reshaping how people interacted with media in real time, and I became fascinated by the shift in consumer behavior. I decided to pivot and took my first product role at MySpace during its hyper-growth years. It was chaotic, ambiguous, and the best training ground I could have asked for — I learned quickly that product isn’t about having the right answers, it’s about learning how to think. Since then I’ve spent nearly two decades building consumer products across marketplaces, e-commerce, and streaming, and today I’m a VP of Product leading large-scale direct-to-consumer experiences.
Why do I coach?
I coach because I genuinely enjoy helping people navigate moments I remember clearly myself — breaking into product, figuring out how to grow, and understanding what leaders are actually looking for. My goal isn’t just to help someone pass an interview, but to give them confidence and clarity about where they’re going and how to get there.
Work Experience
Vice President, Product Management
Paramount
October 2022 - Present
Hiring Manager
Lead the product organization for BET+, one of Paramount’s fastest-growing direct-to-consumer streaming services. Responsible for product strategy and execution across the end-to-end customer experience, supporting a platform that brings together iconic TV and film, a growing slate of originals, and the full Tyler Perry collection. Partner closely with multidisciplinary teams across product, engineering, data, design, and platform services to build scalable, engaging consumer experiences and drive long-term growth. Executive Management, Product Strategy and +5 skills
Senior Director of Product Management
Paramount
October 2017 - September 2022
Interviewer
Served as a senior product leader during the early growth of BET+, the direct-to-consumer streaming service launched as a joint venture between Paramount and Tyler Perry. Led product initiatives focused on scaling the platform through major feature launches, rapid platform expansion, and an increasingly personalized customer experience. Previously owned product efforts driving revenue growth across conversion, retention, and personalization for SVOD and AVOD streaming experiences supporting global brands including BET+, MTV Play UK (D2C), Comedy Central, Paramount, and Nickelodeon. Also led the launch of multiple Paramount brands on Amazon Echo devices, enabling voice-driven video playback and expanding hands-free viewing experiences. Product Strategy, Customer Acquisition and +3 skills
Director of Product Management
WWE
April 2015 - October 2017
Interviewer
Led product strategy and the end-to-end customer experience for WWE’s highest-traffic digital properties, serving a global audience across web and external publishing platforms. Oversaw roadmap definition, experimentation, and platform evolution across mobile and desktop to drive engagement, content discovery, and subscription growth. Product Strategy, Video and +3 skills
Management Consultant, Digital
Digital Insight
October 2013 - April 2015
Advised and partnered with media companies and early-stage startups to define product strategy and deliver high-impact consumer experiences across e-commerce, video, content, and mobile. Led the end-to-end relaunch of Money.com for Time Inc., spanning UX redesign, CMS replatforming, and large-scale content migration. Also worked closely with founders at stealth startups to design and validate mobile-first product experiences across e-commerce, travel, and social enterprise. Product Strategy, Mobile Devices and +3 skills
Director of Product Management
Nordstrom
April 2012 - September 2013
Hiring Manager
Led product strategy and the end-to-end customer experience for a Nordstrom-backed fashion e-commerce startup, guiding the evolution of desktop and mobile platforms to drive growth, conversion, and repeat engagement. Owned product direction, prioritization, and UX, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to scale the business during a period of rapid growth. Product Strategy, Customer Acquisition and +2 skills
Senior Product Manager
Break.com
October 2010 - October 2011
Led product strategy and user experience for Break.com, a high-traffic consumer humor and video platform, with a focus on driving engagement and repeat usage. Product Strategy, Video and +3 skills
Product Manager
TheLadders
April 2009 - May 2010
Product Manager
My Space
June 2006 - March 2008
Interviewer
Education
USC Marshall School of Business
MBA, Marketing & Entrepreneurship
Activities and societies: Presented global internet strategy to Sony Corporation in Tokyo / Vice President, Sports Business Organization / Graduate Marketing Association / Business of Entertainment Organization
Rutgers Business School
B.A., Political Science & Journalism
8 Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0
Joshua has helped Leland clients get into Paramount