Biografia
JoAnn Hess is a multi-award-winning screenwriter for film and television with a proven track record across the US, UK, and Australia. Her dynamic storytelling and emotionally resonant scripts have been optioned and commissioned by producers worldwide, attracting interest from major companies such as Netflix, Muse Entertainment, Estuary Films, and SKY.
As Creative Executive for London Angel Films (UK), JoAnn plays a key role in shaping the company's slate. She collaborates closely with the CEO and production team, providing script coverage, notes, and rewrites to prepare projects for market and production. JoAnn's portfolio includes over 20 credited feature films and television scripts.
As an Army brat and Navy wife, JoAnn has lived and traveled around the world, bringing a rich global perspective to her storytelling, infusing her work with adventure, emotional depth, and a profound understanding of the human connections that transcend borders.
Writer's Statement At the heart of my storytelling is a deep commitment to the socially disenfranchised--the unheard --the forgotten. I'm drawn to characters who struggle to find their place in unfamiliar or unforgiving worlds, whether it's a teen navigating the shadows of addiction, a young woman uncovering generational conspiracies, or a reluctant hero confronting powers far greater than themselves. My stories explore themes of identity, resilience, and redemption, often set against gritty realities or heightened stakes. I believe in giving voice to those on the margins, crafting narratives that challenge, provoke, and connect. I don't just write to entertain-I write to shine a light, spark empathy, and reveal the strength in those the world too often overlooks.
