Melanie Cornwell

Melanie Cornwell is a seasoned multi-platform content creator, producer, and editorial strategist with a rich background in working with prestigious brands like WIRED, Business Insider, Quartz, Vanity Fair, National Geographic, and GQ.

During her time as the Editorial Projects Director at WIRED, Melanie spearheaded initiatives that expanded WIRED's influence across various mediums such as TV, digital, radio, and live events, including producing the acclaimed WIRED SCIENCE series on PBS.

Her creative endeavors extend to producing music videos like 'Keepon Dancing to Spoon’s 'Don’t You Evah'' in Tokyo, recognized in academic circles and esteemed publications, as well as collaborating on documentaries and events featuring industry luminaries and thought leaders.

Melanie's specialties lie in content creation and strategy, with a focus on editorial development for diverse platforms including video, podcasts, and live events and conferences.

Educationally, Melanie pursued a BA in Communication Studies with a specialization in Business Administration at UCLA.

Throughout her career, she held key roles such as Founder at mc squared media, Editorial Director at WIRED, Executive Producer at Quartz, and Vice President of Strategy at Creative Commons, showcasing her versatility and expertise in the media and content industry.