I’m a dedicated writer and storyteller based in Auckland, New Zealand. Writing under the pen-name Sebastien Woolf, I’ve published a full-length trilogy and six novelettes in the Dark of Dawn post-apocalyptic series, plus three short films and two feature scripts (including a quarter-finalist NZ period drama in a 2022 competition). I’ve also authored a poetry collection, Butterfly Blue Coat, and numerous short stories. In parallel with my writing, I’m the CEO of Infectious Games, where I design, lore-write, and manage the production and distribution of a card game, EscapetheHorde. I’ve taught writing at the University of Waikato and hold an MA in Professional Writing. My goal is to entertain and inspire through compelling storytelling and innovative game design.

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I’m a dedicated writer and storyteller based in Auckland, New Zealand. Writing under the pen-name Sebastien Woolf, I’ve published a full-length trilogy and six novelettes in the Dark of Dawn post-apocalyptic series, plus three short films and two feature scripts (including a quarter-finalist NZ period drama in a 2022 competition). I’ve also authored a poetry collection, Butterfly Blue Coat, and numerous short stories. In parallel with my writing, I’m the CEO of Infectious Games, where I design, lore-write, and manage the production and distribution of a card game, EscapetheHorde. I’ve taught writing at the University of Waikato and hold an MA in Professional Writing. My goal is to entertain and inspire through compelling storytelling and innovative game design.

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I’m a dedicated writer and storyteller based in Auckland, New Zealand. Writing under the pen-name Sebastien Woolf, I’ve published a full-length trilogy and six novelettes in the Dark of Dawn post-apocalyptic series, plus three short films and two feature scripts (including a quarter-finalist NZ period drama in a 2022 competition). I’ve also authored a poetry collection, Butterfly Blue Coat, and numerous short stories.

In parallel with my writing, I’m the CEO of Infectious Games, where I design, lore-write, and manage the production and distribution of a card game, EscapetheHorde. I’ve taught writing at the University of Waikato and hold an MA in Professional Writing. My goal is to entertain and inspire through compelling storytelling and innovative game design.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Self-Published Author/Freelance Writer at Self-employed
January 1, 2010 - Present
Wrote and published a trilogy and six novelettes in the Dark of Dawn post-apocalyptic series; produced three short films and two feature scripts (including a quarter-finalist NZ period drama in 2022 Blue Cat Screenwriting competition); authored a poetry collection Butterfly Blue Coat and numerous short stories.
CEO at Infectious Games
November 1, 2023 - Present
Created a card game (escapethehorde.com) crowdfunded in 2023; responsibilities include writing lore, designing cards and mechanics, creating expansions, and negotiating with global distributors. Fully responsible for all undertakings.
Lecturer and Tutor at University of Waikato
January 1, 2019 - September 1, 2021
Taught papers including WRITE100 Write for Academic Success. Delivered two 2-hour tutorials weekly to up to 30 students, provided essay marking and guidance.

Education

Master of Arts (high distinction) – Professional Writing at University of Waikato
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Diploma English – English Studies at University of Waikato
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Bachelor of Arts – Writing Studies at University of Waikato
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

Masters Scholarship
January 1, 2020 - April 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming, Professional Services, Other