Heath Overton
About Heath Overton
Heath Overton is a Processing Archivist at Vanderbilt University and a Bookseller at Parnassus Books in Nashville, Tennessee. He has a diverse professional background in account management and library science.
Current Roles at Vanderbilt University and Parnassus Books
Heath Overton currently works at Vanderbilt University as a Processing Archivist, a role he began in July 2023. In this position, he is responsible for managing and organizing archival materials. Alongside his archival work, Heath also works as a Bookseller at Parnassus Books in Nashville, Tennessee. Balancing both roles, Heath brings a diverse set of skills to his professional endeavors.
Previous Experience at Dalton Agency
From 2018 to 2020, Heath Overton served as an Account Supervisor at Dalton Agency in the Greater Nashville Area, TN. During his two years with the agency, he oversaw various client accounts, focusing on strategic planning and client relationship management. His role required a keen understanding of marketing and advertising dynamics to drive successful client campaigns.
Extensive Tenure at GS&F
Heath Overton has an extensive background in account management, particularly from his time at GS&F, where he worked from 2003 to 2018. Starting as an Account Coordinator and progressively moving up to roles like Assistant Account Executive, Account Executive, Senior Account Executive, and finally, Account Supervisor. Across these roles, Heath handled numerous accounts, coordinated project management, and implemented advertising strategies over 15 years.
Educational Background in Communications/Advertising and Library Science
Heath Overton has a strong educational background, holding a Master's degree in Library Science from Middle Tennessee State University (2021-2023) and a Bachelor's degree in Communications/Advertising from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (1998-2002). His academic pursuits reflect a mix of solid communication skills and specialized knowledge in library science, aiding his professional transition from advertising to archival work.