Maddie is a journalist, podcast presenter and playwright. She completed her Master of Journalism and Communication degree at the University of New South Wales with a High Distinction and was awarded positions on the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture Dean's List in 2022 and 2023. As a playwright she has written for Queensland Theatre, La Boite Theatre Company, Dead Puppet Society and Screen Queensland, and has directed for La Boite Theatre Company and The Good Room.