Laura Ornella

Laura Ornella is an experienced copywriter and director with a strong background in humor, programming, and content creation. Currently serving as a copywriter at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, Laura implements successful campaigns that enhance subscribership and lead projects aimed at future growth. As the Director of Programming at St. Nell's Residency, Laura co-leads high-demand programming for humor writers and co-produces comedy shows in NYC. As Editor in Chief at Humor Darling, Laura has significantly increased online following and managed a boutique team of writers. Additional roles include Copy Manager at Nameless Network, On Camera/Voiceover Talent and Script Writer at Nearpod, Voice Over Artist for a financial literacy podcast at Square, and Artistic Director for immersive theatrical events in NYC. Laura holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater Performance and Business from Ohio University.