Juliet Menz
Helping Brands and Creators Make Impactful Content For Kids
Hi! I’m Juliet Menz
Juliet Menz is a children’s television development executive, writer, creative producer and play expert.
Most recently, Juliet was the Senior Manager of Creative Development at Sesame Workshop, where she oversaw the development pipeline which includes original series, Sesame Street spinoffs, Sesame Street segments, and digital content for top distribution platforms.
Prior to her role at Sesame Workshop, Juliet was the Head of Content at Hellosaurus, a groundbreaking interactive video app for kids where she spearheaded the creation of original interactive series, forging partnerships with top-tier creators including The Wiggles, and earning accolades such as Apple's App of The Day and Fast Company's World Changing Ideas 2021.
Juliet holds Ed.M in Technology, Innovation and Education from Harvard Graduate School of Education, where she was a Saul Zaentz Early Education Fellow, and a BA from New York University.
Services
I believe the best ideas spark curiosity, creativity, and hands-on engagement. I specialize in storytelling that goes beyond passive viewing—media that invites kids to play, explore, and engage. With extensive experience in kids television, podcasts, interactive apps, and digital media, I am available for writing, consulting, and creative direction to help bring innovative kids media projects to life.
Writing
Bringing ideas to life through compelling storytelling:
Television & Streaming: Scriptwriting, show bibles, and pitch decks for animated and live-action series.
Podcasts: Narrative development, episode scripting, and interactive audio formats tailored for young listeners.
Games & Interactive Experiences: Writing for narrative-driven play, interactive storytelling, and educational gaming.
Digital & Short-Form Content: Engaging scripts for YouTube, social media, and digital-first series.
Consulting
Strategic guidance for interactive, play-based content:
Interactive Media Strategy: Advising on user engagement, story-driven interactivity, and experience design.
Playtesting & Kid-Focused Research: Evaluating how young audiences interact with content to refine engagement.
Educational & Curriculum Integration: Aligning creative concepts with research-backed learning principles.
Production Development Support: Helping teams fine-tune stories, formats, and character development.
Creative Direction
Building brands that resonate with young audiences:
Worldbuilding & Franchise Development: Expanding IP across multiple platforms, from TV to digital experiences.
Brand Storytelling & Voice Development: Crafting tone and messaging for kid-focused brands that parents trust.
Creative Direction & Visual Identity Consultation: Ensuring consistency in branding, style, and interactive design.
Pitch & Sales Materials: Designing compelling decks and materials to bring projects to market.