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"Marissa was a wonderful director to work with! I always felt that my script was treated with respect and care during the entire production process. Marissa is skilled in collaboration and brings a truly one-of-a-kind perspective to a project. She's a joy to work with and alongside."
-- Lily Price, Screenwriter for New Year Same Shit
"Marissa is a professional through and through, but her passion and creativity shine through every single detail of everything she touches. I consider myself lucky to be a frequent collaborator; she’s a trustworthy and talented artist who won’t rest until she’s satisfied with her work. She’s an incredible leader and an eager participant on every project I’ve witnessed."
-- Breanna Losey, Producer, Wendigo
Hi there! My name's Marissa and I'm a writer/director who specializes in genre film. Hailing from north Georgia, I've known since a young age that I wanted to work in film, leading me to graduate from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor's in Film, Television, and Media.
I have special interests in horror and otherworldly content, but I'm always willing to push myself to try something new. Whether it's witches, cannibals, or heartbroken college kids, I strive to put my whole heart into conveying the truth of a story with an acting and artistic design-focused creative vision.
"Marissa Dutton is one of the best directors I've had the chance to work with. Her bubbly energy lights up the room, filling it with joy and laughter. She creates an environment where I feel safe to take risks and explore my craft, all while guiding us toward her beautiful vision. Working with Marissa is a genuine experience—one that challenges and inspires me in ways I never expected."
-- Skylar Causey, Actor, Rawhide
SIREN
project type: short film
role: Director, Writer
company: Independent Production
year: June 2025 - Ongoing
WENDIGO
project type: proof of concept
role: Production Designer
company: Independent Production
year: March 2025 - May 2025
RAWHIDE
project type: short film
role: Director, Screenwriter, Executive Producer
company: Independent Production
year: May 2024 - May 2025
THE HUNTER DAVIDSON RADIO HOUR
project type: podcast
role: Producer
company: Independent Production
year: September 2024 - Ongoing
SEX AND MID-SIZED CITY
project type: short film
role: Actor
company: M-Agination Films
year: March 2024
GOLDEN GATE
project type: short film
role: Director, Writer
company: M-Agination Films
year: January 2023 - April 2023
ABBOTT ELEMENTARY: “FIELD DAY”
project type: TV spec script
role: Writer
company: FTVM 311
year: January 2023 - April 2023
LATENT
project type: short film
role: Production Assistant
company: FTVM Honors Thesis
year: February 2023
NEW YEAR SAME SHIT
project type: short film
role: Director
company: M-Agination Films
year: October 2022 - March 2023
HEXED
project type: screenwriting series
role: Writer, Showrunner, Series Creator
company: Blank Space Writer's Room
year: September 2022 - April 2023
SEE YOU SOON
project type: documentary short
role: Director, Subject
company: HISTART 362
year: March 2022
TRANSFERENCE
project type: feature script
role: Writer
company: FTVM 310 & 410
year: January 2022 - December 2022
DOMINO
project type: short film
role: Co-Director
company: FTVM 290
year: September 2021 - December 2021
POLARITY
project type: short film
role: Director, Writer
company: Independent Production
year: June 2021 - September 2021
THE PATRON
project type: short film
role: Director, Writer
company: Independent Production
year: August 2020 - October 2020
JELLY
project type: short film
role: Director, Writer
company: Independent Production
year: June 2020 - December 2020
PEN TO PAPER
project type: short film
role: Director, Writer
company: Independent Production
year: September 2018 - February 2019