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Hi, I'm Peter Kelly, a script development consultant and story strategist with over a decade of experience shaping story, character and structure across film, TV, audio drama, stage and narrative games. I help projects move from idea to production with clear, actionable notes and development materials like treatments, beat sheets, bibles and pitch decks. Beyond client work, I read and analyse scripts for organisations including the BFI and other industry partners, spotting standout voices and assessing commercial viability, while delivering tactful, craft-led feedback to writers and teams.…Hi, I'm Peter Kelly, a script development consultant and story strategist with over a decade of experience shaping story, character and structure across film, TV, audio drama, stage and narrative games. I help projects move from idea to production with clear, actionable notes and development materials like treatments, beat sheets, bibles and pitch decks. Beyond client work, I read and analyse scripts for organisations including the BFI and other industry partners, spotting standout voices and assessing commercial viability, while delivering tactful, craft-led feedback to writers and teams.

Peter Kelly

Screenwriter, Writer, Story Producer, +1

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Hi, I'm Peter Kelly, a script development consultant and story strategist with over a decade of experience shaping story, character and structure across film, TV, audio drama, stage and narrative games. I help projects move from idea to production with clear, actionable notes and development materials like treatments, beat sheets, bibles and pitch decks. Beyond client work, I read and analyse scripts for organisations including the BFI and other industry partners, spotting standout voices and assessing commercial viability, while delivering tactful, craft-led feedback to writers and teams.…Hi, I'm Peter Kelly, a script development consultant and story strategist with over a decade of experience shaping story, character and structure across film, TV, audio drama, stage and narrative games. I help projects move from idea to production with clear, actionable notes and development materials like treatments, beat sheets, bibles and pitch decks. Beyond client work, I read and analyse scripts for organisations including the BFI and other industry partners, spotting standout voices and assessing commercial viability, while delivering tactful, craft-led feedback to writers and teams.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Peter Kelly, a script development consultant and story strategist with over a decade of experience shaping story, character and structure across film, TV, audio drama, stage and narrative games. I help projects move from idea to production with clear, actionable notes and development materials like treatments, beat sheets, bibles and pitch decks.

Beyond client work, I read and analyse scripts for organisations including the BFI and other industry partners, spotting standout voices and assessing commercial viability, while delivering tactful, craft-led feedback to writers and teams.

Skills

Script

Short Film

Experience Level

Script

Expert

Short Film

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Associate Literary Agent at Viv Loves Film

February 1, 2025 - Present

Collaborate with authors, novelists, and publishers to develop book-to-screen adaptations and secure publishing opportunities. Create pitch materials, including decks and series bibles, to present projects to publishers and screen collaborators. Manage rights databases and support key projects, ensuring smooth collaboration across stakeholders.

Script Development Consultant & Researcher at Script Lighthouse

January 1, 2021 - Present

Collaborate with a diverse range of production companies to enhance screenplays by focusing on theme, story, structure, character development, dialogue, tone, visual grammar, and pacing. Spearhead production development processes, making significant contributions to creating compelling and dynamic narratives that resonate with audiences. Deliver comprehensive and insightful feedback on scripts and pitch documents, providing constructive critiques and actionable recommendations to refine and improve scripts and concepts.

Script Reader & Analyst at Freelance

December 1, 2020 - Present

Partner with leading industry organisations, including the British Film Institute, ScriptUp, Script Studio, Unsolicited Scripts, The Pitch, and Sheffield Global Cinema Festival, to provide comprehensive and insightful script coverage for projects from independent creators and major studios. Played a pivotal role in discovering emerging talent through script evaluations, contributing to the development of new and innovative storytelling in the industry. Assess scripts for their commercial viability, offering strategic guidance on investment decisions and contributing to the planning of production schedules and marketing strategies.

Development Coordinator & Creative Storyteller at Mynd

January 1, 2022 - Present

Develop and write captivating scripts for animated films that consistently earn 5-star client reviews on ProvenExpert, leading to repeat business and long-term partnerships. Collaborate closely with illustration and animation teams to craft visually stunning and engaging storyboards that bring the scripts to life and enhance the overall impact of the videos. Pitch innovative concepts to team leaders, effectively communicating ideas and securing development approval while demonstrating a keen understanding of the client's needs and objectives.

Development Coordinator, Researcher & Post-Production Supervisor at Chocolate Films

March 1, 2014 - December 1, 2020

Served as an essential creative force on high-profile factual and unscripted projects such as ‘Her Life Matters’, ‘A Home Away From Home: The India Club’, and ‘SPAN: London Oasis’, both in the development stages and in post-production, ensuring a consistent vision from start to finish. Coordinated the recruitment and management of on-screen talent and behind-the-scenes contributors, ensuring the right individuals were selected for each project. Conducted interviews with potential talent and contributors, evaluating their suitability for various projects and roles. Managed relationships with creative teams, ensuring seamless collaboration and alignment with project goals. Revamped the company's quality control system from the ground up, implementing rigorous processes and guidelines to ensure that scripts and treatments were thoroughly vetted and refined to perfection before proceeding to the next production stage, significantly improving the overall quality of the company's

Runner at Freelance

September 1, 2012 - February 1, 2014

Acquired extensive on-set experience across a diverse array of productions, including feature films, promos, and fashion films, assisting various departments and ensuring smooth daily operations.

Development Assistant at John Downer Productions

April 1, 2007 - May 1, 2007

Assisted in both the development and post-production departments, creating high-quality and compelling natural history television projects.