Gesha-Marie Bland

Gesha-Marie Bland is a seasoned writing and editorial professional with extensive experience in the beauty, film, and media industries. Currently serving as a Staff Writer and Senior Editor at Beauty News NYC since July 2022, Gesha-Marie excels in ideating, researching, and writing features while managing a diverse editorial calendar. Previous roles include working as a screenwriter, copywriter, and story analyst for GeikoMedia, where scripts were sold to prominent production companies, and as a web video host for the Portland Film Festival, engaging with filmmakers and screening films. Gesha-Marie's background also includes consulting for The Financial Times on marketing strategies, alongside various internships and freelance positions in the film sector. Gesha-Marie holds a Bachelor of Arts from Reed College, a Master's in Cinema Studies from New York University, and a certificate in Directing Core Elements from Sundance Collab.