
Born and raised in Fairhaven, MA, Alyssa Botelho is a writer, director, producer, and actor whose work weaves historical depth with elements of suspense, horror, and wickedly dry New England humor.
Her work — including Sweet Freedom and To Dust All Return — has been showcased across New England and recognized with awards such as “Best Short Fiction” and “Best Director” from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (New England Universities Chapter).
HONORS
National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences' New England College/University Student Emmys
Best Short Fiction & Best Director [2022]
Long Fiction Honorable Mention [2020]
Massachusetts Creator Awards
Best Production Value [2023, 2022]
Alliance for Community Media's National Hometown Media Awards
Best Children's Program [2023]
University of Rhode Island
The University Academic Excellence Award in Film/Media [2021]
Dean's Excellence Award in Management [2021]
Providence, RI 48 Hour Film Project
1st Place Best Film, Best Acting, Best Use of Character, Audience Favorite Honorable Mention [2021]
Best Acting [2019]
Shawna Shea Memorial Film Festival
Best Folk Horror Short [2021]