Behind every great show you see is a writer who created the story. 

Born and raised in Hell’s Kitchen, Amanda Moresco is a WGA writer who is known for writing strong, diverse, and captivating characters. Her father, Bobby Moresco, is an Academy Award winning writer and has paved the way for Amanda’s love for writing. She has writing credits on critically acclaimed shows, such as NBC's “The Black Donnelly’s” and WGN’s crime thriller, “100 Code”.  As a screenwriter, Amanda was also a 2021 Finalist in the Screencraft True Story Competition with two features produced and three currently in development. Some of Amanda’s recent projects include directing three short films and developing a stage play about three generations of Irish NYC women living in Hell's Kitchen.

In this episode, Amanda talks about her journey carving her own path in the writing world while navigating self-doubt and the pressure of living up to her father’s legacy. You will learn what the difference is between playwriting and screenwriting, why choosing to be an artist is a gamble, how to define what kind of storyteller you are, what she believes is the most courageous thing an artist can do, and so much more. 

Tune in to Episode 64 of Hollywood Dream Maker to hear from Amanda what she has learned throughout her writing career!

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• How Amanda grew up in the screenwriting business (2:14)
• The difference in playwriting and screenwriting (6:53)
• How Amanda has carved her own path in the industry (15:35)
• To define what kind of storyteller you are (23:55)
• When Amanda got the confidence to pursue directing (27:09)
• What Amanda looks for in an actor (35:54)

Resources Mentioned

• Book - Poetics by Aristotle 

Connect with Amanda Moresco 

• Podcast - Story Love
• Website - How to Write a Screenplay
• IMDb

Let’s Connect: 

• Manhattan Actor Studio 
• Website

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