As a flight attendant in his 20’s and an attorney in his 30’s, Derek Nicoletto has interacted with every imaginable character. Now a Blacklist Recommended writer, Derek has placed at Nicholl, Sundance 2x, Austin, Stowe, PAGE, and scores of others. Derek writes dark comedy because in a world that is often a sad, ridiculous place, he wants moments of joy, beauty, and humor to shine bright. A voting member of the Grammy Awards, he has penned hundreds of songs for film and TV. As an SAG-AFTRA/ AEA actor, Derek has performed everywhere from Denver Center to Edinburgh Fringe, often playing the villain with a heart. He has directed shorts and a plethora of music videos. Originally from Valparaiso, Indiana (Popcorn Capital of the World), Derek lives in NYC with his son, pit bull, and geriatric cat.