Samantha Grant is an associate producer with a background in television, film, and entertainment production. She serves as a Manager of Production & Development at Marvel Studios, a position she has held since February 2022. Before her time at Marvel, she built a strong foundation at DreamWorks Animation, where she spent over two and a half years progressing through roles including Current Series Administrative Assistant, Coordinator, and finally Manager. Before entering the world of studio management, Samantha gained extensive hands-on production experience. She worked for several years as a freelance production assistant on major live events such as the Kids' Choice Awards, ESPYS, Critics' Choice Awards, and Teen Choice Awards. She also contributed to a variety of short-term projects, including the Hocus Pocus 25th Anniversary Bash in Hollywood. In addition to her freelance roles, she was a Cast Member for The Walt Disney Company from 2016 to 2020. Samantha also has a strong background in talent management, having spent over two years as an assistant to manager Bonnie Liedtke at both Artists First and Authentic Talent and Literary Management. Her early career included internships at several respected companies, such as Bunim/Murray Productions, Joanne Horowitz Management, and Silver Screen Pictures. Samantha earned her bachelor's degree in Television-Radio-Film from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, graduating summa cum laude with a 3.9 GPA and a minor in Theatre-Acting from the School of Visual and Performing Arts. She also completed the Summer Conservatory Program at The A.C.T.