Jaelyn Ellis is a writer, director, and producer born and raised in South Carolina, based in NYC.

She is committed to bringing stories to the screen that uplift underrepresented voices, decentering trauma and transcending narrow definitions of identity. She gravitates towards the coming-of-age genre and strives for authenticity and depth, creating character-driven narratives that are introspective, tender, and emotionally resonant.

Jaelyn is a 2022 recipient of the Future of Film is Female Grant and her films have premiered at over 20 festivals, including FrightFest, and NFFTY. Jaelyn is a graduate of the Florida State University College of Motion Picture Arts and currently works as a freelance Production Manager on independent feature films.