Writing

Melissa was top finalist in Landed Entertainment's scripted series with her script "Cast Some Light". She currently has her story "Boys of Summer" in story development in Australia.

She has written short film "Toe the Line" which appeared as the premiere film for Vancouver's Run'n'Gun Saturday session as well as short film "Party of Three".

Former senior editor for Terroir magazine, she interview Hollywood actors and international working actors on their craft, and edited articles.

Currently a freelancer for nineeightseven.com Melissa reviews live music shows, melding her two passions; music & writing, into one.

Writing for film

Island Home (TV Series)

In an 8 episode arc, we explore South East Asian paradise through the eyes of Alice, a foreigner who looks like she should belong. With the increasing interest in Asian and Eurasian talent from the West, this series will provide an insight into what is normal for Asia while keeping audiences captivated with the mystery of Alice's father.

Island Home

Looking to be produced and filmed in South East Asia, the natural writing and effortless locations provide a cohesive blending of cultures and storytelling.

Island Home

Discover a world beneath the idylic island lifestyle of South East Asia. There's so much hiding amongst the glamour and waters surrounding paradise.

Cast Some Light (Short Film)

When music meets tragedy, two strangers find closure in talking to each other.
A short film that encapsulates the recent spate of terror that has been plaguing live music shows. We explore a moment in two people's lives who have been affected by a shooting at a concert.

Cast Some Light

This short film will speak to music lovers across the world. Audiences 16 - 30, both female and male will relate to this very relevant and current storyline that closely resembles the current state of the world.

Ring My Bell

A comedy that transcends race or culture. Every woman can relate to their friend "the It Girl" returning home and the jealousy that ensues. Ring My Bell follows Linda, questioning her own life and happiness once her perfect friend Giselle returns from living overseas, seemingly overshadowing all of her accomplishments.

Ring My Bell

A comedy that transcends race or culture. Every woman can relate to their friend "the It Girl" returning home and the jealousy that ensues. Ring My Bell follows Linda, questioning her own life and happiness once her perfect friend Giselle returns from living overseas, seemingly overshadowing all of her accomplishments.

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Interviews for Terroir Magazine

An Intimate Dialogue with the Inimitable Miranda MacDougall

Interview with a Werewolf – with Richard Harmon

Albert Nicholas – On being a working actor in Vancouver

Musical performance rEviews for nine eight seven.com