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Merridith Allen is a Jewish, theater-trained playwright, screenwriter, and director with an extensive background in martial arts. After challenging societal and gender norms her whole life, Merridith writes characters who must overcome the ultimate betrayal; giving up on yourself for the sake of others. Merridith's day jobs have included screenwriting/creative writing instructor, martial arts instructor, audio description writer, true-crime podcast writer, and yoga instructor. When Merridith is not diving into a story on her lap top or throwing people across the room on the mats, she can be found searching for the perfect cup of coffee in her adopted city, Los Angeles.…Merridith Allen is a Jewish, theater-trained playwright, screenwriter, and director with an extensive background in martial arts. After challenging societal and gender norms her whole life, Merridith writes characters who must overcome the ultimate betrayal; giving up on yourself for the sake of others. Merridith's day jobs have included screenwriting/creative writing instructor, martial arts instructor, audio description writer, true-crime podcast writer, and yoga instructor. When Merridith is not diving into a story on her lap top or throwing people across the room on the mats, she can be found searching for the perfect cup of coffee in her adopted city, Los Angeles.

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Merridith Allen is a Jewish, theater-trained playwright, screenwriter, and director with an extensive background in martial arts. After challenging societal and gender norms her whole life, Merridith writes characters who must overcome the ultimate betrayal; giving up on yourself for the sake of others. Merridith's day jobs have included screenwriting/creative writing instructor, martial arts instructor, audio description writer, true-crime podcast writer, and yoga instructor. When Merridith is not diving into a story on her lap top or throwing people across the room on the mats, she can be found searching for the perfect cup of coffee in her adopted city, Los Angeles.…Merridith Allen is a Jewish, theater-trained playwright, screenwriter, and director with an extensive background in martial arts. After challenging societal and gender norms her whole life, Merridith writes characters who must overcome the ultimate betrayal; giving up on yourself for the sake of others. Merridith's day jobs have included screenwriting/creative writing instructor, martial arts instructor, audio description writer, true-crime podcast writer, and yoga instructor. When Merridith is not diving into a story on her lap top or throwing people across the room on the mats, she can be found searching for the perfect cup of coffee in her adopted city, Los Angeles.

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Merridith Allen is a Jewish, theater-trained playwright, screenwriter, and director with an extensive background in martial arts. After challenging societal and gender norms her whole life, Merridith writes characters who must overcome the ultimate betrayal; giving up on yourself for the sake of others. Merridith’s day jobs have included screenwriting/creative writing instructor, martial arts instructor, audio description writer, true-crime podcast writer, and yoga instructor. When Merridith is not diving into a story on her lap top or throwing people across the room on the mats, she can be found searching for the perfect cup of coffee in her adopted city, Los Angeles.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian

Intermediate

Work Experience

Podcast Writer at Pave Studios

October 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025

Researched, outlined, and generated high-level, engaging audio content for the True Crime series Killer Minds; met fast, weekly deadlines for episodes ranging from 5500-6500 words; contributed to increased listenership and garnered positive fan reviews.

Film and Theater Director at Independent / Self-employed

September 1, 2018 - Present

Wrote, directed, and co-produced a short film that served as a proof of concept for the award-winning feature BLACK ROSE; wrote and directed over a dozen plays, ranging from shorts to full-length productions.

Martial Arts Instructor at Studio City Martial Arts

July 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024

As a highly experienced martial artist with multiple black belts, I taught regular classes for students aged 5-65; created and implemented curriculum that expanded business practices and broadened client relations.

Audio Description Writer and Voice Actor at Roundabout Entertainment

January 1, 2020 - June 1, 2023

Created detailed and accessible audio descriptions to enhance viewing experiences for visually impaired audiences; collaborated with directors, producers, and creatives to ensure seamless integration; performed as a voice actor for multiple networks.

Script Pipeline Instructor at Freelance

January 1, 2022 - Present

Facilitated monthly writing courses covering topics across the screenwriting industry, from writing to pitching; worked one-to-one with private clients to help them achieve creative goals; positive client feedback and high retention.

Mentor and Writing Coach at The Jacob Kruger Studio

January 1, 2016 - December 1, 2019

Built common pedagogy for the studio; designed and taught high-level screenwriting courses; high client retention and numerous success stories including options and sales for projects.

Creative Writing Instructor at Blueprint Summer Programs

January 1, 2013 - December 1, 2015

Designed and taught creative writing courses for high school students at Lehigh University, UCLA, and George Washington University; developed college prep programming and led the department in 2014; students gained admission to top institutions.