Niki Koss is an award winning actress and filmmaker with an ambition for telling stories that contribute to changing the world in a positive way. When not directing, she can more recently be seen in her series regular role of Alexis Glenn in the acclaimed Freeform Network series, "Famous In Love" from showrunner, I. Marlene King (PRETTY LITTLE LIARS). Niki co-starred in the Paramount Pictures film, "SCOUTS GUIDE TO THE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE" as well as being cast in major roles in several independent feature films including: the Terrence Malick produced, "RED WING," "THE APPEARING," "GIRL ON THE EDGE," "TRAFFICKED," AND "WARNING SHOT." In addition, Koss recently completed lead roles in feature films, "BURYING YASMEEN," which she also produced, and "DREAMCATCHER". Her most recent short film, "INNOCENT GOODBYE," in which she produced and acted in, has been going through the festival circuit and accumulating numerous awards; Niki has so far won three best actress awards for her role in the film. Koss was also winner of the Female Filmmaker of the Year at the 2019 Burbank International Film Festival. She is a member of Women in Media, Women in Film, Glass Elevator and the Alliance of Women Directors as well as a Sundance Directing Fellowship alumni. Niki is also a board member of PATH and is particularly passionate about female empowerment within the entertainment industry and putting an end to homelessness. Niki was recently included in the entertainment list of Forbes 30 Under 30, 2021.