Andrew Kreisberg

Andrew Kreisberg was born on April 23, 1971. He is best known as a television writer and producer who co-created the series *Arrow*, *The Flash*, *Supergirl*, and *Legends of Tomorrow*. Before his television career, he wrote for DC Comics, contributing to titles such as *Green Arrow / Black Canary*, *Green Arrow*, *Batman Confidential*, and *Justice League of America's Vibe*. He also wrote the tie-in comic *The Flash: Season Zero*. His comic work often focused on street-level heroes and character-driven action, and he frequently collaborated with artists like Mike Norton and Phil Hester. Kreisberg's writing on *Green Arrow* helped define the modern version of the character that later inspired the television series. His career in comics and television was marked by a strong influence on the DC Universe across multiple media. However, his professional reputation was later overshadowed by allegations of workplace misconduct, leading to his departure from the television industry in 2017. He has not received major industry awards for his comic book work.