Chrissy Marshall is a Los Angeles-based writer and director renowned for their commitment to community, innovation, and authentic character focused storytelling. Chrissy is a distinguished alumna of the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts, an adaptive collaborator, communicator. Chrissy creates genre-bending films that explore existential humor, uncomfortable topics, and underrepresented perspectives—often through vulnerable human narratives or unconventional worlds. Also, she happens to be Deaf.

Their acclaimed short films—including  "Hardly What You Want to Hear," "Little Fin," and "Rain in My Head"— have been recognized and awarded by the Film Independent Festival, ReelAbilities, Indiex, and the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge.  Chrissy is currently in the Sony Television Directing Program, where they are shadowing accomplished directors and expanding into episodic storytelling. Through her company, Sound of Rain Productions, Chrissy develops original work rooted in accessibility and inclusive practices, leveraging both storytelling and social media influence. 
 
Beyond work as a filmmaker, Chrissy is a tireless advocate for disabled children, actively championing the implementation of accessibility and signed languages. She dedicates her time to initiatives such as participating in item drives, teaching sign language to children, and supporting the LA animal shelter. Chrissy's passion for fostering inclusivity stems from her personal experiences as a Disabled Queer woman, shaping her storytelling prowess and infusing her narratives with a distinct perspective.
 
With fluency in English and American Sign Language, Chrissy aims to create socially conscious narratives that amplify the voices of underrepresented communities while advocating for equity in the entertainment industry. Her artistic endeavors continuously garner acclaim for their creative brilliance, impassioned social activism, and unwavering commitment to enlightening audiences about the significance of accessibility and ASL. Chrissy aims to tell unique, multicultural stories that resonate with global audiences. They aspire to develop content from personally written IP, create accessible set environments, and highlight disabled stories. In the future, they will continue to contribute to creating provocative sci-fi dramas, dark comedies, and coming-of-age dramas.