Melissa R.

Melissa R. is a versatile professional based in New York City, currently serving as a Freelance Writer and Columnist for NYLON and Gawker since February 2022. Additionally, Melissa is a self-employed comedian, writer, and actor, co-creating works like "Handmaid's Tale: The Musical" and "Fiddler on the Rooftop Bar." With previous experience in technical recruiting at Technical Paradigm and as an Executive Assistant at RRE Ventures, Melissa has also made a significant impact in television, having hosted the CW Green Team for WPCW-TV and held various internships in sports media at KDKA-TV, KDKA-FM, and WPXI-TV. Melissa holds a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism from Point Park University, furthering a strong foundation in media and communications.