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I am a writer, lecturer, and producer with a career spanning film, television, and animation. I specialize in story development, adaptation, and world-building across genres and audiences, from feature dramas to children’s storytelling. My practice bridges industry and academia, blending hands-on screenwriting with a pedagogical approach to narrative craft.
As a university lecturer, I design and deliver BA and MA Creative Writing and Screenwriting modules, mentoring emerging writers toward professional success. I bring real-world production experience into the classroom, helping students translate ideas into compelling screenplays while building resilient creative practices.
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Work Experience
Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at University of Portsmouth
September 1, 2024 - August 4, 2025Taught BA and MA courses including screenwriting, media and culture, industry, and creative writing from January 2013 to September 2024.
Screenwriter / Producer / Script Editor
January 1, 2025 - August 4, 2025Worked from 2007 to 2025 on various film and TV projects including writing, co-creating, producing, directing, and script editing. Notable projects include THE SECRET OF MOONACRE (co-writer/associate producer), EARTHQUAKE BIRD (writer/producer), 9th Cloud (co-writer), multiple TV pilots and short films in development, and executive producer roles on projects starring Emilia Clarke.
Script Consultant / Reader / Script Editor at Miramax, Universal, The UK Film Council, The Jones Company, Other Productions
January 1, 2025 - August 4, 2025Reviewed and recommended scripts such as The Usual Suspects, Trainspotting, Breaking the Waves, and The English Patient. Provided detailed development feedback to writers, producers, and directors from January 1994 to 2025.
Head of Development at Spice Factory
January 1, 2008 - August 4, 2025Managed acquisitions, creative development, casting, contract negotiation, liaising with directors, agents, and co-producers, and post-production involvement from 2002 to 2008. Notable projects include MERCHANT OF VENICE and HEAD IN THE CLOUDS.
Part-time Lecturer (Screenwriting and Producing) at Westminster University
January 1, 2013 - August 4, 2025Taught part-time on the MA Screenwriting and Producing program during 2012 to 2013.
Guest Lecturer at Royal Holloway
January 1, 2011 - August 4, 2025Delivered guest lectures on the MA Screenwriting program between 2010 and 2011.
Guest Lecturer at London College of Communication
January 1, 2013 - August 4, 2025Guest lectured on BA and MA screenwriting courses and lectured part-time on BA and MA media and communications modules from 2012 to 2013.
Guest Lecturer at The University of Brighton
January 1, 2019 - August 4, 2025Delivered guest lectures on the MA Creative Writing program between 2015 and 2019.
Associate Lecturer at University of Surrey
January 1, 2012 - PresentAssociate Lecturer on the BA Advanced Screenwriting program since 2012.
Guest Lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University
January 1, 2024 - August 4, 2025Delivered annual screenwriting lectures for Liverpool Film School from 2013 to 2024.
Guest Speaker at University of Sussex
January 1, 2010 - PresentGuest speaker on the MA Creative Writing program since 2010.
Screenwriter / Producer at Various (Selected Writing & Production Credits)
January 1, 2007 - PresentWrote and developed screenplays for film, television and animation; co-created Luna and Quin; produced its teaser; contributed to projects including A LIFE I LOVE, BONFIRE NIGHT, FOREST, THE SECRET OF MOONACRE, 9TH CLOUD, EARTHQUAKE BIRD, DRIVING OVER LEMONS, THE ENGLISH/AMERICAN, SHACKLED, HONOUR, THE QUARTER, BLUE HOUSE, ZEN HACKER, SHADOW OF THE HULDRA, ULTRA.
Head of Development at Spice Factory
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2008Oversaw acquisitions and creative development across feature film slate; key projects included The Merchant of Venice (dir. Michael Radford), Head in the Clouds (dir. John Duigan), The Secret of Moonacre (dir. Gabor Csupo); negotiated contracts, supervised casting, and coordinated post-production.
Script Consultant / Script Editor / Reader at Miramax, Universal, UK Film Council, The Jones Company
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 2005Evaluated and developed scripts with leading production companies; recommended and championed titles including The Usual Suspects, Trainspotting, Breaking the Waves, and The English Patient.
Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at University of Portsmouth
January 1, 2013 - September 30, 2024Module coordinator and lecturer for BA/MA Creative Writing and Screenwriting; dissertation supervisor; admissions tutor and personal tutor; taught across Film, Media Culture & Industries, and Professional Writing programmes.
Guest Lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2024Lectures and masterclasses in Creative Writing & Screenwriting.
Part-Time Lecturer at University of Westminster
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013Lectures in Creative Writing and Screenwriting.
Guest Lecturer at Royal Holloway, LCC, University of Brighton
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013Guest lectures on screenwriting and narrative craft.
Education
BA Hons English/Drama at Surrey University
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025B.A. (Hons) English & Drama at University of Surrey
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025Certificate in Cinema, Human Rights and Advocacy at Venice Biennale
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025Qualifications
Certificate in Cinema, Human Rights and Advocacy (Venice Biennale)
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2025Certificate in Cinema, Human Rights and Advocacy
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other
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