Biography

Melanie Clarke-Penella is an American writer/producer who studied 2D & 3D Animation for film at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, and eventually became an Associate Director of Admissions (AiNYC) for the film department. She later became an entertainment manager/producer in the music industry where she has been successfully for ten years. Melanie now is the Vice President of Business Development at Digital Launch NYC, and has been producing on the indie film/commercial circuit for many years. As a talent Producer, Since 2013, Melanie's client roster has celebrated Grammy nominations, Top 10 Billboard charting, award-winning music videos, and platinum record statuses. Melanie co-wrote Roadkill McGillicutty about her experiences growing up in the Youngstown area.

- IMDb mini biography by: M. Clarke-Penella

American writer/producer who studied 2D Animation for film at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. She later became an entertainment manager/producer in the music industry for 12 years working with A-list and Grammy award winning talent. 2015 Mel became the Vice President of Business Development at Digital Launch NYC, and has been producing on the indie film/commercial circuit for many years. As a talent Producer, Melanie's client roster has celebrated Grammy nominations, Top 10 Billboard charting, award-winning music videos, and platinum record statuses. Melanie co-wrote Roadkill McGillicutty with her creative partner, Levi Spellman, about their experiences growing up in rural Ohio. Spellman and Clarke-Penella now continue onto future screenplays with their unique reality meets whimsical style.

- IMDb mini biography by: M. Clarke-Penella