waitressed for ten years before writing, directing, and producing Corrina, Corrina and I Am Sam. She co-created, wrote, and directed Little Voice (Bad Robot, Apple TV) with Sara Bareilles. Directing credits include Curb Your Enthusiasm and Love the Coopers. Writing credits include Stepmom and The Story of Us. Jessie directed Alice by Heart, co-written with Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik. She worked with Mabou Mines at NYSF. She honors Adrienne Shelly’s legacy through her work on Waitress.