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Hi, I’m Hrafnkell Stefansson, a screenwriting educator and former Head of Studies at the Icelandic Film School. I have 15+ years of experience leading curricula, teaching across countries, and shaping film education. I remain an active industry practitioner as a screenwriter of award-nominated feature films, a story consultant, and an advisor to film schools across Europe. Through my work, I mentor emerging writers, develop innovative courses, and help productions navigate storytelling and development. I am passionate about nurturing talent and connecting academic rigor with real-world filmmaking.…Hi, I’m Hrafnkell Stefansson, a screenwriting educator and former Head of Studies at the Icelandic Film School. I have 15+ years of experience leading curricula, teaching across countries, and shaping film education. I remain an active industry practitioner as a screenwriter of award-nominated feature films, a story consultant, and an advisor to film schools across Europe. Through my work, I mentor emerging writers, develop innovative courses, and help productions navigate storytelling and development. I am passionate about nurturing talent and connecting academic rigor with real-world filmmaking.

Hrafnkell Stefansson

Screenwriter, Screenplay Writer, Writer, +1

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Hi, I’m Hrafnkell Stefansson, a screenwriting educator and former Head of Studies at the Icelandic Film School. I have 15+ years of experience leading curricula, teaching across countries, and shaping film education. I remain an active industry practitioner as a screenwriter of award-nominated feature films, a story consultant, and an advisor to film schools across Europe. Through my work, I mentor emerging writers, develop innovative courses, and help productions navigate storytelling and development. I am passionate about nurturing talent and connecting academic rigor with real-world filmmaking.…Hi, I’m Hrafnkell Stefansson, a screenwriting educator and former Head of Studies at the Icelandic Film School. I have 15+ years of experience leading curricula, teaching across countries, and shaping film education. I remain an active industry practitioner as a screenwriter of award-nominated feature films, a story consultant, and an advisor to film schools across Europe. Through my work, I mentor emerging writers, develop innovative courses, and help productions navigate storytelling and development. I am passionate about nurturing talent and connecting academic rigor with real-world filmmaking.

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Hi, I’m Hrafnkell Stefansson, a screenwriting educator and former Head of Studies at the Icelandic Film School. I have 15+ years of experience leading curricula, teaching across countries, and shaping film education. I remain an active industry practitioner as a screenwriter of award-nominated feature films, a story consultant, and an advisor to film schools across Europe.

Through my work, I mentor emerging writers, develop innovative courses, and help productions navigate storytelling and development. I am passionate about nurturing talent and connecting academic rigor with real-world filmmaking.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Icelandic

Fluent

Work Experience

External Examiner – Film & TV Department at Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology (IADT)

May 1, 2025 - Present

Serving as external examiner for Film & TV programs, reviewing graduation films, meeting students, and ensuring quality control for grading.

Head of Studies at The Icelandic Film School

June 1, 2025 - September 9, 2025

Responsible for academic strategy, curriculum oversight, and institutional development. Led curriculum innovation to align with industry developments; oversaw faculty recruitment and policy implementation; fostered international collaboration.

Quality Review Panel Member – Report Writer at Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), Ireland

February 1, 2025 - September 9, 2025

Served on the panel assessing FilmEU’s joint BA program Pathfinder, the first joint BA in filmmaking in Europe. Contributed to report writing and program evaluation.

Head of Screenwriting / Directing Department at The Icelandic Film School

August 1, 2016 - September 9, 2025

Designed curriculum, recruited faculty and students, and led departmental strategy. Oversaw course development across disciplines and represented the department in institutional planning and partnerships.

Lecturer / Course Leader / Workshop Leader at The Icelandic Film School (Freelance)

February 1, 2009 - Present

Delivered workshops and lectures on screenwriting, short and feature film writing, TV, pitch decks, and creative methods. Expanded reach through international festivals and film schools.

Screenwriter at Self-employed

September 1, 2007 - Present

Commissioned writer on numerous projects — co-developed the pitch and treatment for REVOC with director Olaf de Fleur — later acquired by Lionsgate. Worked as a story consultant for domestic and international productions, including uncredited rewrites on Malevolent (Netflix, 2018). Portfolio includes commissioned screenplays, treatments, pitch decks, and stage plays.