Yamara Taylor

Yamara Taylor is a screenwriter, executive producer, and creative force behind some of the most beloved and subversive shows in television, including Adult Swim's The Boondocks, ABC's Black-ish, FX's Dave, and Peacock's Saved by the Bell reboot. A Los Angeles native and graduate of UCLA's School of Theater, Film & Television with a gift for turning lived experience into sharp, hilarious storytelling, Yamara has spent over two decades shaping the stories that shape culture. Always exploring the messy, funny, and deeply human sides of Black life—on-screen and off, she's currently developing several TV, film, and animated projects through her The Writing Company banner. Following her passion for paying it forward, Yamara now offers private creative counseling to writers and artists who are looking to tell the truth in their work, unstick their stories, and reclaim their voice.