Sheila is Half Middle Eastern, half a multi-ethnic mix of Mediterranean / Native American. Sheila has won multiple awards for theatrical performances in period plays, including a performance as Constance in Shakespeare's King John. She's appeared in multiple short films and episodic new media series, and has strong comedic chops thanks to a background of sketch comedy and improvisation. In addition to her acting career, Sheila is a licensed practicing attorney in the State of California after she earned a Juris Doctor, graduating magnum cum laude from her law school. She is an experienced lawyer with a demonstrated history of working in civil and entertainment law, with an arsenal of legal skills in litigation in state and federal court, superior drafting (briefs and contracts), research skills, and legal adaptability (appearances in civil state courts, court of appeals, and federal bankruptcy). Sheila's roles extend both in front of and behind the camera - she was a producing partner with Gearmark Pictures for over 3 years, and has produced on multiple projects commercially and theatrically, utilizing her experience in entertainment and law to mold her into a one-woman powerhouse.