Television Writer

Vera has been nominated for four Emmys – three as a writer for the PBS KIDS animated children’s animated program “Molly of Denali,” and one as Co-Head Writer for “The Big Gathering,” a short-form project of “Molly of Denali..” The show also won a Peabody Award in 2020.

Additionally, Vera wrote animated children’s episodes for “SuperKitties” on Disney Junior, including “Snow Day,” and yet-to-be-aired episodes for a show on Netflix.

In 2022, Vera joined the team at ABC’s new show “Alaska Daily” as a staff writer. She wrote the series finale, “Most Reckless Thing I’ve Ever Done.”

Vera continues to work on numerous tv and film projects as writer, consultant, and creator.

“Molly and Elizabeth” episode of “Molly of Denali” on PBS KIDS.

Watch the full episode of New Nivagi on YouTube

Watch the full episode of Molly and Elizabeth on YouTube

You can watch episodes for free on the PBS KIDS video app, or purchase the episodes and seasons on Amazon prime video.

Indian Country Today/First Alaskans Magazine Article by Vera on her experience writing for the show

New York Times article on Molly of Denali

People Magazine preview of Molly of Denali

NPR article on Molly of Denali

Press Release: PBS to launch Molly of Denali

Vera was a staff writer for the ABC show “Alaska Daily”