I'm Richard Odilu, a screenwriter and content writer with 9+ years of experience developing films, series, and editorial content. I specialize in emotionally resonant, character-driven narratives that travel across cultures and platforms, from cinema to streaming. I've written for projects such as Suru L’ere and Silvertown, co-created The Anomalous, and contributed editorial features for Y! Magazine, The Guardian Nigeria, and Nollywood Reinvented. I’m open to remote and international opportunities.

Richard Odilu

I'm Richard Odilu, a screenwriter and content writer with 9+ years of experience developing films, series, and editorial content. I specialize in emotionally resonant, character-driven narratives that travel across cultures and platforms, from cinema to streaming. I've written for projects such as Suru L’ere and Silvertown, co-created The Anomalous, and contributed editorial features for Y! Magazine, The Guardian Nigeria, and Nollywood Reinvented. I’m open to remote and international opportunities.

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I’m Richard Odilu, a screenwriter and content writer with 9+ years of experience developing films, series, and editorial content. I specialize in emotionally resonant, character-driven narratives that travel across cultures and platforms, from cinema to streaming.

I’ve written for projects such as Suru L’ere and Silvertown, co-created The Anomalous, and contributed editorial features for Y! Magazine, The Guardian Nigeria, and Nollywood Reinvented. I’m open to remote and international opportunities.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Screenwriter | Story Developer | Producer at Suru L’ere (Patience Pays)
January 1, 2015 - Present
Screenwriter of Suru L’ere (Patience Pays), a theatrical release with broadcast and streaming distribution, directed by Mildred Okwo and starring Rita Dominic. Delivered scripts that transitioned from development to cinema, television, and streaming platforms.
Contributing Writer at Y! Magazine / YNaija
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Published editorial features, interviews, and opinion pieces on culture, entertainment, and current affairs.
Contributor at The Guardian Nigeria (Sunday Magazine and Opinion)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Authored feature articles and opinion pieces on social and cultural issues.
Film Critic / Writer at Nollywood Reinvented
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014
Published film reviews and critical commentary on Nollywood productions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in History and International Studies at University of Benin
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Certificate in Social Justice Documentary Filmmaking at Montana State University
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Diploma in Digital Filmmaking at New York Film Academy
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate in Social Justice Documentary Filmmaking
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Diploma in Digital Filmmaking
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services