Passing the Leash: A Service Dog's Tribute

Jamie Hoyt earned her Associate of Arts in Theater and a Bachelor’s Degree in General Studies with concentrations in Literature, Psychology, and Communication from Wichita State University, while also spending a semester in London studying literature and theater. After completing her undergraduate studies, she earned a Master of Arts in English and Creative Writing with a concentration in screenwriting from Southern New Hampshire University. Her thesis feature-length western screenplay, "Dust Riders", was a semifinalist in the 2019 WeScreenplay Diverse Voices competition.
A disabled veteran, Jamie served four years in the United States Air Force as Security Forces. She later worked for four years in the Juvenile Justice System and spent many years in education as a substitute teacher and as an English Adjunct Professor at the college level.
She’s a filmmaker and screenwriter drawn to stories that challenge and uplift—inviting audiences to confront darkness, find resilience, discover hope in unexpected places, and uplift underrepresented voices—all while embracing femme-driven narratives.
As someone inspired by my family’s screenwriting legacy, including my uncles George Seaton (Miracle on 34th Street) and Eric Freiwald (Lassie), I aim to craft work that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.
Beyond writing, her experiences as a two-time cancer survivor, solo traveler, and advocate for mental health, spirituality, and women’s empowerment continue to shape her creative voice. She strives to create stories that ultimately inspire hope, resilience, and meaningful change.