Courtney O’Donnell: Planet Courtney (in NYC)

Courtney must save her home planet from financial ruin by finally getting a job. Too bad she can’t do anything right.

Courtney O’Donnell is a comedian, writer, and award-winning social creative.

As a comedian, she hosted sold out shows at venues across the country such as Dynasty Typewriter, The Elysian, Union Hall, and Club Cumming. Her solo show “Planet Courtney” is featured in this year New York Comedy Festival. Her short film “Going Pop!”, which she wrote and stars in, debuted in 2025.

As a social creative, she’s been widely recognized for shaping brands’ voices through humorous content. Most notably, she was the force behind McDonald’s social at Wieden+Kennedy from ‘20-’24. Other brands she’s worked on include: YouTube, Panera, BudLight, Google Maps, and Coffee Mate.

Courtney is currently freelance and based in Los Angeles, where she regularly spends $22 on smoothies.