Margaret Chandra Kerrison

About Margaret Chandra Kerrison

I’m a Senior Creative Director and Writer with 17+ years of experience leading narrative strategy and creative execution for large-scale, audience-centered experiences across media, technology, cultural, and brand-driven environments.My work focuses on shaping clear, compelling stories within complex systems—bringing together creative vision, strategic thinking, and disciplined execution to move ambitious ideas from concept to reality. I’ve led multidisciplinary teams across product, design, marketing, and creative disciplines, partnering closely with stakeholders to align storytelling with business goals, brand values, and real-world impact.I’ve worked across industries—from global tech platforms to cultural institutions and immersive environments—developing narrative frameworks, experience strategies, and content that engage broad, diverse audiences. My projects have ranged from early-stage concept development to large-scale, long-term initiatives, often operating in high-visibility, high-stakes environments.I’m a six-time THEA Award winner and the author of multiple books on immersive and experiential storytelling. I value clarity, collaboration, and follow-through, and I’m especially drawn to teams that balance imagination with execution—where creative ideas are not just envisioned, but built.I’m interested in roles and collaborations focused on experience design, narrative strategy, creative leadership, and storytelling at scale.

Experience

1. Mystery Writing Guide Host

   Discovery Education

   May 2023 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   Online Host for Mystery Writing, an interactive K–5 literacy curriculum produced by Discovery Education. I guide students through a range of writing fundamentals—including idea development, structure, voice, and revision—delivering curriculum-based instruction in a clear, engaging, and age-appropriate way.As a Guide, my role focuses on supporting student learning and comprehension, helping young learners build confidence in writing while strengthening critical thinking and creative expression skills. Through an approachable on-screen presence, I make writing feel accessible and intuitive, encouraging students to explore, experiment, and develop their own voices as storytellers.

Education

• Singapore American School

  High School

• Tufts University

  BA, International Relations

• University of Southern California

  MFA, Screenwriting

• Tufts University Gordon Institute

  Master of Science - MS, Engineering/Industrial Management