Melissa Darman is a Partner and TV Literary agent at Verve, a premier talent agency that provides global representation across entertainment and media and guides the careers of some of the most sought-after storytellers in the world. She joined Verve in 2014 and is a core member of the television team discovering, championing, and elevating the careers of screenwriters and showrunners at the helm of brand-defining series across every genre and format.

Formerly a television executive at ABC and Lionsgate, Darman is known for advocating for artists and serving as a true partner to her clients with a highly specialized approach. She is also the architect behind Verve’s agent trainee program, which factors greatly into Verve’s culture of mentorship and collaboration. Her influence has been recognized throughout the industry, including on Variety’s Women’s Impact Report.

A Massachusetts native, Darman resides in Los Angeles and works out of Verve’s headquarters in the Hollywood Media District.