TEAM
JAMES ENGLE
CO-FOUNDER & CEO
James has represented writers and directors in film and television as a Literary Manager for over a decade. He spent nine years at Echo Lake Entertainment, where he helped guide and shape countless projects for his clients, and extended the company's foray into new mediums. Engle also produces film and television projects - most recently, the film Oxygen, starring Mélanie Laurent for Netflix.
Engle began his career at the independent film production company Baldwin Entertainment Group, working as an assistant and junior development executive. From there, he joined ICM in the television literary department, supporting some of the agency's most established clients. After his stint at ICM, he joined veteran film producer Sean Daniel at the Sean Daniel Co., developing movies via a first-look deal with Paramount. He went on to spend four years managing feature writers and directors at Benderspink and subsequently joined the team at Artist International, where he further developed his concentration on television writer and director representation, before joining Echo Lake.
BEN C. SILVERMAN
CO-FOUNDER
In addition to his role as Literary Manger and Co-Founder of Navigation Media, Ben is the Managing Director of the Canadian management company Integral Artists, that in 2016 acquired a controlling interest in The Kirk Talent Agency. He serves as President of the production company Timeless Pictures, and is CEO of the private media investment firm Various Things Entertainment, which has a controlling interest in the feature film distribution company LevelFilm. Prior to launching Integral Artists, Silverman served as head of the West Coast Literary Department at The Characters Agency.
ALEX CREASIA
LITERARY MANAGER
Alex Creasia has spent over a decade in literary management and production, specializing in nurturing emerging multihyphenates with diverse backgrounds and integrating them into traditional TV and film spaces. Known for discovering unique intellectual properties, Alex has worked with content ranging from games and documentaries to podcasts and social media videos on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. His expertise extends to the unscripted realm, particularly in sports, where he collaborates with artists and producers to bring compelling stories to life. Notably, he has helped produce and sell indie films such as STILL, starring Madeline Brewer, and ONLY, starring Leslie Odom Jr. and Freida Pinto, both written and directed by his client Takashi Doscher. Before joining Navigation Media Group, Alex was a manager at Sugar23 and Pathfinder Media and began his Hollywood career at CAA and Ryan Murphy Productions. He is a proud veteran of the US Marines.
LOUISE KESHAVIAH
TALENT MANAGER
Louise Keshaviah established her career as a talent agent at Gersh and transitioned into management in 2021. Known for her commitment to her clients and her strategic approach to talent representation, Louise has built a reputation for identifying and nurturing promising talent. Over the years, she’s represented the leads of series for Netflix, ABC, NBC, Hulu, Amazon etc. as well as clients in studio and independent film. Her personalized approach and dedication to fostering the growth of her clients’ are the foundation of her approach to representation.
TREVOR DUKE-MORETZ
TALENT MANAGER
Trevor Duke-Moretz has been managing talent and producing film and television for over 13 years. Starting by working on Lionsgate’s break-out hit, KICKASS, and Executive Producing Universals KICKASS 2. He followed up by working on the 2018 Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner, THE MISEDUCATION OF CAMERON POST, and the YA breakout hit, IF I STAY, for MGM and Warner Bros. Lately, he has wrapped the mini-series GASLIGHT, produced alongside Automatik Entertainment, based on the hit podcast of the same name, as well as the SnapChat unscripted series COMING OUT. His most recently worked on the streaming hit MOTHER/ANDROID, working alongside 6th and Idaho Motion Picture Company.
LAUREN ZIMMERMAN
JUNIOR INFLUENCER TALENT MANAGER
Lauren Zimmerman brings a dynamic blend of brand-side experience, production insight, and talent advocacy to Navigation Media Group. Before joining the team, she worked within top production and advertising agencies, partnering closely with entertainment clients and guiding talent through campaigns for some of the industry’s most recognizable brands.
She ultimately found her passion championing creators directly — shifting from working with talent to working for them. With a strong foundation in marketing strategy, Lauren now supports creators in elevating personal brands, strengthening digital presence, and securing meaningful partnerships and career opportunities. At Navigation, she is dedicated to empowering talent to ensure every creator she works with is well positioned for long-term success and growth in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
NOMIKI HUIJSMANS
JUNIOR INFLUENCER TALENT MANAGER
Nomiki Huijsmans is an Influencer Talent Manager at Navigation Media Group. She started out in Human Resources but quickly found her stride in the entertainment world after earning her Master’s in Entertainment Business with honors. While experimenting with content creation herself, Nomiki discovered her real passion: helping creators grow and succeed behind the scenes, guiding them strategically while keeping their bigger goals in focus.
At Navigation Media Group, she blends a creator-first mindset with a sharp sense of what it takes to thrive online. Off the clock, you’ll often find Nomiki chasing the perfect shot as a motorcycle photographer, capturing the energy, motion, and chaos of the open road just for fun.
MATT ROSEN
LITERARY MANAGER
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Matt Rosen is a literary manager with years of experience championing emerging writers and filmmakers. In a recent four year stretch, his clients landed 15 screenplays on The Black List, Hollywood’s annual roundup of its most celebrated unproduced scripts. In 2023, Rosen brokered a major preemptive deal with Sony and Escape Artists to develop his client Chris Grillot’s grounded sci-fi short story BLISS as a feature film. A passionate cinephile, Rosen began his career at UTA before moving into management, where he continues to identify and nurture bold new voices in film and television.
MORGAN TOMPKINS
HEAD OF DIGITAL
Morgan Tompkins is a Talent Manager and Head of Digital at Navigation Media Group, where he guides a growing roster of creators and leads strategy for high impact brand partnerships. He brings more than a decade of experience across Disney, Marvel Entertainment, and American Idol, giving him a sharp understanding of on-camera communication, digital storytelling, and what brands actually want from modern creators.
Morgan coaches talent on content, positioning, and long term career building while negotiating deals across lifestyle, travel, entertainment, and consumer brands. He focuses on helping creators move with clarity and confidence in a fast changing industry.
SUSIE RHOADES
JUNIOR INFLUENCER TALENT MANAGER
Susie Rhoades has over five years of experience in the influencer and creator economy, working across a wide range of platforms and verticals. She specializes in social media growth, content optimization, and strategic positioning, with a focus on driving both audience expansion and revenue. Her work is centered on building sustainable, long-term success for creators and brands.