Chelsea Makela
About Chelsea Makela
Chelsea Makela serves as the Head of Literary Department and Talent Manager at Discover Management, where she has worked since 2020. With 18 years of experience in the entertainment industry, she has held various roles, including teacher, actress, and marketing assistant, and has a strong background in public relations and non-profit work.
Work at Discover Management
Chelsea Makela has served as the Head of Literary Department and Talent Manager at Discover Management since 2020. In this role, she utilizes her extensive experience in the entertainment industry to support clients in their career development and management. Her responsibilities include overseeing literary projects and managing talent, leveraging her background in public relations and her understanding of the industry.
Education and Expertise
Chelsea Makela earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Azusa Pacific University, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. She furthered her education by attending UCLA Extension, where she participated in the Writer's Program from 2012 to 2014. Her educational background complements her professional experience, particularly in the literary and entertainment sectors.
Background
Chelsea Makela has a diverse professional background that spans various roles within the entertainment and education sectors. She began her career as an actress with SAG-AFTRA, where she worked for 14 years. Her experience also includes teaching positions at KinderCare Education and the Los Angeles Unified School District, as well as administrative roles in organizations like Diablo Ballet and One Wealth Management Financial & Insurance Services.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Chelsea Makela has gained extensive experience working with non-profits and various foundations in the entertainment industry. She has also developed a strong foundation in public relations, having held PR roles within the sector. Her hands-on experience on production sets has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of the industry, which she applies in her current role at Discover Management.