Melissa Eccles

Melissa Eccles is a seasoned creative and strategic consultant currently working with Automaton Arts since 2024, specializing in R+D, creative direction, and strategy within the entertainment, tech, aerospace, and marketing sectors. With extensive experience, Melissa serves on the Executive Committee of the Emerging Media Peer Group at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and has held significant roles, including Head of West Coast for TikTok Creative Lab and Group Creative Director at Amazon Studios, where oversight of notable Amazon Original titles was a key focus. Previous positions include Global Head of Brand Marketing at Eventbrite and creative director at Elastic.tv, where the Immersive Entertainment division was founded. Melissa's educational background includes an MFA from the University of Southern California and a BFA from Webster University.