Writing

Melissa was part of the 2024 cohort for the Pacific Screenwriters - Scripted Series Lab, helmed by CBC/ABC/Netflix showrunner Michael Maclennan. She was top finalist in Landed Entertainment's scripted series with her script "Cast Some Light". She currently has her TV series "Boys of Summer" in story development with Joy Productions in Australia and short film/POC "Salty" in production with principal photography beginning in November 2024.

She has written short films "Toe the Line" which appeared as the premiere film for Vancouver's Run'n'Gun Saturday session and "Party for 3" a short film shot in Vancouver.

Currently in Australia filming Proof-of-concept "Salty" with an award winning crew, Salty aims to be included in the film festival circuit for 2025/26.

Former senior editor for Terroir magazine, Melissa interviewed Hollywood actors and international creatives on their craft.

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

Salty Film

Currently in production, Salty has an award winning crew and talented cast bringing Melissa's script to life on screen. Alongside Danielle Singleton, Melissa is co-producing this short film that's set to make waves within the film and mental health spaces.
The Salty project engages with the community to give local youths from the Mornington Peninsula first-hand experience on a dramatic short film shadowing industry professionals with a goal to expand the skills and opportunities for an exciting career in the film & TV industry.

Island Home

Currently in story development, Island Home melds two distinct cultures into one, within this murder-mystery drama.
The pilot script has served as an entry to the Pacific Screenwriting program as well as other script competitions. The pitchdeck is studio ready, and contains a pilot script, episode 2 as well as season outline.