Lael is a writer & director. Blending a background of experience both in the commercial and independent film space, she specializes in narrative-forward, live action work.Her commercial work has been featured in publications such as AdAge, Geekwire, and Business Insider and has won several awards including an Emmy™.Her 2020 short film, The Claw, was produced with the support of Film Independent and received a Vimeo Staff Pick. Her award-winning films have played at top tier festivals around the world including Fantasia International Film Festival, Fantastic Fest, Palm Springs Shortfest and more. Her work has been featured in publications such as Rolling Stone, Indiewire, and The Seattle Times.In addition to writing & directing, Lael’s practical SFX design work is featured in the short film Dream Creep, which premiered at Sundance, played SXSW and made someone throw up at a screening. She currently teaches film at Cornish College of the Arts.
WritingDirectingCreative DevelopmentComedyNarrativeDocu-styleTeam LeadershipCommunicationPre through Post-ProductionManaging Timelines & DeliverablesCommunicating Complex IdeasManaging Practical FX