Hi, I’m Matheus H. Macedo, a screenwriter, story editor, and novelist with a passion for heart-led, character-driven narratives. I’ve built a career around developing stories for digital and episodic formats, leading high-volume script production, and collaborating with directors and producers to shape compelling worlds. From Humanitas New Voices finalist to Netflix Pilot Program alum, I bring empathy and technical craft to every project—whether it’s animated YouTube stories, podcast anthologies, or stage-and-screen pieces. I love mentoring teams, refining narrative structure, and delivering emotionally resonant work that connects with audiences.…

Matheus H. Macedo

Hi, I’m Matheus H. Macedo, a screenwriter, story editor, and novelist with a passion for heart-led, character-driven narratives. I’ve built a career around developing stories for digital and episodic formats, leading high-volume script production, and collaborating with directors and producers to shape compelling worlds. From Humanitas New Voices finalist to Netflix Pilot Program alum, I bring empathy and technical craft to every project—whether it’s animated YouTube stories, podcast anthologies, or stage-and-screen pieces. I love mentoring teams, refining narrative structure, and delivering emotionally resonant work that connects with audiences.…

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Hi, I’m Matheus H. Macedo, a screenwriter, story editor, and novelist with a passion for heart-led, character-driven narratives. I’ve built a career around developing stories for digital and episodic formats, leading high-volume script production, and collaborating with directors and producers to shape compelling worlds.

From Humanitas New Voices finalist to Netflix Pilot Program alum, I bring empathy and technical craft to every project—whether it’s animated YouTube stories, podcast anthologies, or stage-and-screen pieces. I love mentoring teams, refining narrative structure, and delivering emotionally resonant work that connects with audiences.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Writer/Script Manager at Dhar Mann Studios
January 1, 2024 - Present
Wrote and managed scripts for high-volume production; collaborated with directors and producers to ensure timely, coherent, and emotionally engaging storytelling.
Editor/Head Writer at MSA Animated YouTube Channel
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Led writing team for animated stories; oversaw narrative structure and revisions, contributing to videos totaling 100M+ views.
Freelance Copywriter at Writelable
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Story-forward brand copy for digital campaigns; crafted messaging to align with brand voice and campaign objectives.
Podcast Creator at SessionsX
January 1, 2017 - Present
Creator of anthology short horror story podcasts; responsible for concept, scripting, production and distribution (2017 - Present).
Writer/Director at The Science of Affection
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Wrote and directed a stage play, contributing on both narrative development and production direction.
Author at After Grace
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
YA novel featured on Wattpad; responsible for full writing and narrative development.
Editor/Head Writer at MSA YouTube Channel
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Led writing team for animated stories. Oversaw narrative structure and revisions; wrote videos totaling 100M+ views.
Creator at SessionsX
January 1, 2017 - Present
Anthology Short Horror Story Podcast; Creator.
Writer at NPR All Things Considered
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Ghost Words: Short Story read on NPR.
Author at Wattpad
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
YA novel 'After Grace' featured on Wattpad.
Intern at Moody Street Productions
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Short Film Production internship: grip/lighting/assistant.

Education

Screenwriting Summer Program at Boston University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Flash Fiction Creative Writing at Grub Street
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Broadcasting at Connecticut School of Broadcasting
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Coursework at Bunker Hill Community College
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
High School Diploma at Winthrop High School
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Screenwriting Summer Program at Boston University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Flash Fiction Creative Writing at Grub Street
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Broadcasting at Connecticut School of Broadcasting
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
General Studies at Bunker Hill Community College
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
High School Diploma at Winthrop High School
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

Humanitas New Voices Fellowship
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Netflix Pilot Writing Class
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Nicholl Fellowship - Quarter Finalist
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
The Golden Script Competition - Finalist
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Screencraft - Quarter Finalist
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Gethsemane screenplay - Top 1% (Coverfly)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2025
Humanitas New Voices Fellowship Finalist
January 1, 2022 - March 24, 2026
Netflix Pilot Program – Selected for Writing Class
January 1, 2022 - March 24, 2026
Gethsemane screenplay – Top 1% on Coverfly
January 1, 2022 - March 24, 2026
Nicholl Screenwriting Fellowship – Quarter Finalist
January 1, 2021 - March 24, 2026
The Golden Script Competition – Finalist
January 1, 2022 - March 24, 2026
Screencraft – Quarter Finalist
January 1, 2021 - March 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

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