Hello! I am a writer, screenwriter, and filmmaker who founded From the Fringe Productions, LLC. My work spans award-winning LGBTQ+ scripts, TV pilots, and original dramas, and I enjoy bringing creative stories to life across independent projects and collaborations. As an academic and teacher, I focus on building engaging learning experiences for students of all ages, with a passion for organization and flexible delivery formats across standard, blended, online, and compressed courses.

Kelly Cochran-Yzquierdo

Hello! I am a writer, screenwriter, and filmmaker who founded From the Fringe Productions, LLC. My work spans award-winning LGBTQ+ scripts, TV pilots, and original dramas, and I enjoy bringing creative stories to life across independent projects and collaborations. As an academic and teacher, I focus on building engaging learning experiences for students of all ages, with a passion for organization and flexible delivery formats across standard, blended, online, and compressed courses.

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Hello! I am a writer, screenwriter, and filmmaker who founded From the Fringe Productions, LLC. My work spans award-winning LGBTQ+ scripts, TV pilots, and original dramas, and I enjoy bringing creative stories to life across independent projects and collaborations.

As an academic and teacher, I focus on building engaging learning experiences for students of all ages, with a passion for organization and flexible delivery formats across standard, blended, online, and compressed courses.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Member at Independent Writers’ Caucus
January 1, 2026 - Present
Active member contributing to screenwriting community, collaborating on projects and professional development.
Founder/Producer at From the Fringe Productions, LLC
January 1, 2023 - Present
Founder and producer overseeing development, funding, and production of film, TV, and screenwriting projects, including award-winning LGBTQ+ content; leads development, partnerships, and creative direction.

Education

Master of Fine Arts at Emerson College, Boston, MA
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026
Master of Arts at University of Central Oklahoma, English/Emphasis in Creative Writing
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026
Bachelor of Science at University of Central Oklahoma, General Studies
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026
Set Ready at Film Crew Institute, Spencer, OK
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026

Qualifications

Stowe Story Labs Participant
January 1, 2023 - May 5, 2026
Cannes Script Festival – Best LGBTQ+ Script
January 1, 2026 - May 5, 2026
New York Script Award – Best TV Pilot
January 1, 2022 - May 5, 2026
Richmond International Film Festival – Best Original Drama Screenplay
January 1, 2025 - May 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other