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2024 was a year of big changes: I started a new job, moved into my first real apartment, and was maid of honor in my first adult wedding. I’m still teaching middle school, but at a new school and teaching Language Arts. I’m absolutely loving working with these kids and can’t wait to finish the year. I also taught two workshops with Denver Writes. I’ve got at least one more planned for 2025, so stay tuned if you’ve got a tween/teen writer in the Denver area! In theater, I directed my last show at my previous school. I also have been involved in a lotRead More →

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The third and final season of Hurt won Best Writing, International Series Narrative (English Language) at the 2024 NZ Webfest this weekend. Olivia takes the win alongside K.S. Garner and series co-creators Craig Selbrede and Liam Gilbey. She contributed two episodes this season, “Death By A Thousand Cuts” and “The Loneliest Boy in the World.” While Hurt has won several awards over the years, this is its first writing win. Olivia, Selbrede, and Gilbey were nominated for their work on season two at the 2023 Baltimore Next Media Webfest. Olivia is thrilled at the news and would like to thank NZ Webfest for the recognition.Read More →

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The writing team for season three of ACC Ink’s “Hurt” is nominated for Best Writing, Narrative (English Language) at the 2024 NZ Webfest. Olivia is nominated alongside K.S. Garner and series co-creators Craig Selbrede and Liam Gilbey. Olivia was also nominated (alongside Selbrede and Gilbey) at the 2023 Baltimore Next Media Webfest for her work on season two. She is thrilled that the “Hurt” team continues to be recognized for their stellar work. In addition to the writing nod, the series’s final season is also nominated for Best Show, Narrative and Best Directing, Narrative.Read More →