Megan is a seasoned filmmaker with a rich 18-year history in the screen industry, having culminated her expertise in the creation of her debut feature film, Crushed.
Crushed, a cinematic masterpiece, has been showcased at numerous prestigious film festivals worldwide, including the Montreal World Film Festival, Miami International Film Festival, and Napa Valley Film Festival.
The film's remarkable success did not go unnoticed, as it completed a limited theatrical release in Australia, garnering attention from prominent television networks, such as Channel 10 and Qantas.
In addition to her illustrious filmmaking career, Megan is also a dedicated advocate for women in the screen industries, serving as the co-founder of Women in Film & Television Australia.
In 2017, Megan embarked on a new venture, launching Hemlock & Cedar Films, a production company that harmoniously merges her passion for filmmaking with her advocacy for women in the industry.
Hemlock & Cedar Films has already made a significant impact, with its inaugural project, the Australian women's horror anthology Dark Whispers Vol. 1, receiving widespread acclaim and screenings at various film festivals in Australia, including Cinefest Oz, Monsterfest, and ScreenWave Film Festival.
The company's international presence is set to expand, with upcoming screenings at the Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival and Final Girls Berlin Film Festival in 2020.
Megan's creative endeavors also extend to her work as the writer/director of an episode of the online horror series Deadhouse Dark, slated for release in 2020.
Throughout her illustrious career, Megan has honed her craft through various educational pursuits, including her graduation from the Australian Film Television & Radio School and the Professional Screenwriters Program at UCLA.
As a dual citizen of Australia and the United States, Megan brings a unique perspective to her work, blending her cultural backgrounds to create innovative, collaborative, and driven projects that showcase her infectious enthusiasm for the art and craft of filmmaking.
With her impressive portfolio, Megan is an exceptional example of a talented and dedicated filmmaker, speaker, teacher, and advocate, whose passion for storytelling has made a lasting impact on the screen industry.
