Melanie Schiele is a highly accomplished and celebrated figure in the film industry, boasting an impressive array of credentials and achievements.
As a trailblazing MFA-Film Production graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts Asia, she is one of only 32 pioneers in her field.
Her directorial debut, DELILAH, BEFORE, made a significant impact, premiering at Palm Springs ShortFest, winning Best Short Film at the Tribeca Film Festival, and being distributed on the prestigious platforms of Tribeca's YouTube Screening Room and Viki.
Melanie's follow-up project, ROCKAWAY, showcased her versatility and talent, premiering in the "New Mavericks, Women Directors" program at the Atlanta Film Festival and garnering awards in writing, directing, and acting from international competitions.
ROCKAWAY was also distributed on VOD via the Film Festival Collective and NoBudge, earning widespread acclaim, including a feature in The New York Times.
Currently, Melanie is developing multiple film and television projects, including her feature drama script, BUTTERFLY CHILDREN, which has received an astonishing 40 accolades from esteemed organizations such as Slamdance, Sundance, Nicholl, PAGE, CineStory, ScreenCraft, and American Zoetrope.
Notably, BUTTERFLY CHILDREN has also been recognized by the NYU Purple List and the inaugural Wscripted Cannes Screenplay List, solidifying Melanie's status as a rising star in the industry.
Melanie's impressive body of work and numerous awards and accolades are a testament to her exceptional talent, dedication, and perseverance.
