I’m Tricia Riel Saunders—a published creative writer, screenwriter, and comedy writer who loves building character-driven stories that land laughs and feelings in the same breath. My work spans humorous fantasy and YA/middle-grade storytelling, script adaptation, and narrative design, with a performance-trained ear for dialogue, timing, and voice. I also coach and teach writers and performers, helping students shape motivation, subtext, and comedic escalation from first draft to polished showcase. On the digital side, I create and perform scripted comedy for YouTube and narrate audiobooks with multiple character voices, bringing the stories I write to life through revision, collaboration, and audience-ready delivery.…

Tricia Riel Saunders

I’m Tricia Riel Saunders—a published creative writer, screenwriter, and comedy writer who loves building character-driven stories that land laughs and feelings in the same breath. My work spans humorous fantasy and YA/middle-grade storytelling, script adaptation, and narrative design, with a performance-trained ear for dialogue, timing, and voice. I also coach and teach writers and performers, helping students shape motivation, subtext, and comedic escalation from first draft to polished showcase. On the digital side, I create and perform scripted comedy for YouTube and narrate audiobooks with multiple character voices, bringing the stories I write to life through revision, collaboration, and audience-ready delivery.…

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I’m Tricia Riel Saunders—a published creative writer, screenwriter, and comedy writer who loves building character-driven stories that land laughs and feelings in the same breath. My work spans humorous fantasy and YA/middle-grade storytelling, script adaptation, and narrative design, with a performance-trained ear for dialogue, timing, and voice.

I also coach and teach writers and performers, helping students shape motivation, subtext, and comedic escalation from first draft to polished showcase. On the digital side, I create and perform scripted comedy for YouTube and narrate audiobooks with multiple character voices, bringing the stories I write to life through revision, collaboration, and audience-ready delivery.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
German
Intermediate
Chinese
Beginner
Sanskrit (Saṁskṛta)
Beginner
Swahili
Beginner
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Housing & Community Resource Coordinator & Facilities Manager at Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre
December 31, 2025 - October 8, 2025
Coordinate housing for students, incoming faculty, and guest artists; manage compost & recycling; maintain calendars; board meeting support; organize shared drives and spaces; assist with large events; manage concessions, ticketing, stage management, and performer communications.
Housing & Community Resource Coordinator / Facilities Manager at Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre
December 31, 2025 - October 8, 2025
Coordinate housing for students, faculty, and guest artists; set up compost & recycling; manage calendars; board support; organize shared drives; plan large events; manage concessions, ticketing, stage management, and performer communications.
Housing & Community Resource Coordinator & Facilities Manager at Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre
January 1, 2025 - October 8, 2025
Coordinate housing for students, incoming faculty, & guest artists; set up compost & recycling systems; maintain calendars; board communications; organize shared Google Drive files; plan large events; manage concessions, ticketing, stage management & performer communications.
Studio Manager at Dream Team – Om Shala Yoga Studio
December 31, 2019 - October 8, 2025
Manage facilities, front desk staff, scheduling, HR responsibilities (hiring/firing), client issue resolution, monetary intake, bank deposits, payroll for regular staff, and promoting specials; taught partner acro; oversaw recycling/composing systems.
Studio Manager at "Dream Team" Om Shala Yoga Studio
December 31, 2019 - October 8, 2025
Managing facilities, front desk staff, scheduling, HR tasks (hiring/firing), client issue resolution, monetary intake, payroll, team meetings, promotions.
Studio Manager at "Dream Team" Om Shala Yoga Studio
January 1, 2019 - October 8, 2025
Managing facilities, front desk staff, scheduling, HR tasks, payroll, promoting specials, teaching partner acro; overseeing recycling & compost systems.

Education

Masters in Theatre Arts Production (Actor Emphasis) at Humboldt State University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
BFA in Film & Advertising (w/ Minor in Political Science) at Syracuse University, Newhouse School of Public Communications
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Syracuse Division of International Programs Abroad (London) at Syracuse University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Photography at Central School for Art & Design (London, England)
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Copywriting & SEO Training at Comprehensive Copywriting Academy
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
TEFL Certificate at Teaching English as a Foreign Language
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
International Phonetic Alphabet Training at International Phonetic Alphabet w/Bernadette Cheyne
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Massage Certification at International School of Massage (SF, CA)
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Master of Theatre Arts Production (Actor Emphasis) at Humboldt State University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
BFA in Film & Advertising (Minor in Political Science) at Syracuse University, Newhouse School of Public Communications
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Study Abroad – London (Syracuse Division of International Programs Abroad) at London – Syracuse Abroad
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Photography Studies at Central School for Art & Design (London, England)
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Comprehensive Copywriting Academy at Comprehensive Copywriting Academy
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
TEFL Certificate (Teaching English as a 2nd Language) at TEFL Certification Program
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
International Massage Certifications (Swedish, Shiatsu, Foot Reflexology, Deep Tissue, Acupressure & Acupuncture) at International School of Massage (SF, CA)
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
SAG-AFTRA Member at SAG-AFTRA
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Master of Theatre Arts Production (Actor Emphasis) at Humboldt State University
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
BFA in Film & Advertising (Minor in Political Science) at Syracuse University, Newhouse School of Public Communications
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Photography Studies at Central School for Art & Design (London, England)
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Copywriting Certification (SEO + Target Audiences, Brand Voice) at Comprehensive Copywriting Academy
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
TEFL Certificate (Teaching English as a Second Language) at TEFL
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
M.A. Theatre Arts Production (Acting Emphasis) at Humboldt State University
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
B.F.A. Film & Advertising at Syracuse University – Newhouse School
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
Syracuse Division of International Programs Abroad at London
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
Photography Emphasis at Central School for Art & Design (London, England)
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
M.A., Acting / Theatre Arts Production at Humboldt State University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
B.A., Visual & Performing Arts / Speech Communication (Film & Cinema History emphasis) at Syracuse University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
M.A., Acting / Theatre Arts Production at Humboldt State University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
B.A., Visual & Performing Arts / Speech Communication at Syracuse University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
M.A., Acting / Theatre Arts Production at Humboldt State University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
B.A., Visual & Performing Arts / Speech Communication at Syracuse University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
M.A., Acting / Theatre Arts Production at Humboldt State University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
B.A., Visual & Performing Arts / Speech Communication at Syracuse University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026

Qualifications

TEFL Certificate
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Massage Certification (Swedish, Shiatsu, Foot Reflexology, Deep Tissue, Acupressure & Basic Principles of Acupressure & Acupuncture)
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
SAG-AFTRA Member
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
TEFL Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
International Massage Certifications (Swedish, Shiatsu, Foot Reflexology, Deep Tissue, Acupressure & Acupuncture)
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Copywriting Certification (Comprehensive Copywriting Academy)
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
TEFL Certificate
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Massage Therapy Certification (Swedish, Shiatsu, Foot Reflexology, Deep Tissue, Acupressure & Acupuncture)
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
International Phonetic Alphabet Training
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Screenwriting Fellowship – Call Sheet Media
January 11, 2030 - March 19, 2026
Comprehensive Copywriting Academy — (SEO, audience targeting, brand voice, B2B/B2C messaging, headlines, calls to action, interactive content)
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Teaching in Higher Education Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
California Teaching Credential
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
TEFL Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Call Sheet Media — Screenwriting Fellowship (screenplay coverage and development)
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
California Teaching Credential
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Teaching in Higher Education Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
TEFL Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
SAG-AFTRA
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre (training)
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Bay Area Theatre Sports / Keith Johnstone (improv training)
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Call Sheet Media — Screenwriting Fellowship
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Comprehensive Copywriting Academy (SEO & copywriting training)
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
California Teaching Credential
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
TEFL Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Call Sheet Media — Screenwriting Fellowship
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Bay Area Theatre Sports / Keith Johnstone (improv training)
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Comprehensive Copywriting Academy (SEO, audience targeting, messaging)
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
Teaching in Higher Education Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026
SAG-AFTRA
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare