Writer/Producer
Marla Kanelos is an Emmy award winning writer, having written for shows including “The Young & The Restless,” “All My Children,” “Port Charles” and Lifetime’s “Wild Card.” She is a regular contributor at GenZ Media, with credits including “Tomorrow: The Continuing Adventures of Annie Warbucks,” “Molly Of Denali” and, most notably “Six Minutes,” the most downloaded family audio drama in history. The winner of two Writers Guild of America awards, Marla has developed a number of projects at Vitameatavegamin Productions. Based in Northern California, she is a proud mom, vintage lover, Disney freak, and 20th century pop culture addict. Also, Go Niners!
Loriel Samaras
Project Manager & Development
Loriel is a versatile film producer with over twenty-five years of experience in the entertainment industry. She has successfully navigated multiple roles in casting, as an assistant director, and in business management. Her comprehensive understanding of the filmmaking process has been key in guiding projects from development and pre-production through post. Loriel produced an official selection at the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival that also won the Iris Prize for that year. She currently develops and produces various television and film projects. Most recently, Loriel was Co-Executive Producer on The Warhol Effect.