While her interest in theatre originated onstage, Samantha began to stage manage and direct local productions in Massachusetts when she was in high school. After graduation, she moved to New York City where she immediately became involved with Marymount Manhattan's theatre department, making her collegiate directorial debut in the school's 24-Hour Play Festival and assistant directing The Whole Shebang​ both during her first semester. Outside of school, Samantha has held internships with The New York International Fringe Festival,  Playscripts, Inc., and the New York Musical Festival.

Samantha lives in New York City. She frequently directs and stage manages with MMC's Theatre Department, and with various companies in NYC.