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Tom Kurstjens

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Hi, I’m Tom Kurstjens—a writer and aspiring screenwriter currently pursuing a graduate program in Creative Writing at Western Colorado University.

About

Hi, I’m Tom Kurstjens—a writer and aspiring screenwriter currently pursuing a graduate program in Creative Writing at Western Colorado University. I earned an Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts from Saddleback College and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Southern Oregon University, and I’m continuing to develop my craft in graduate school.

My work has appeared in Southern Oregon University’s Main Squeeze Literary Magazine, and I earned an honorable mention at SOU’s Student Film Festival Screenwriting Contest. I’m also active in community service, including food recovery efforts with Family Assistance Ministries and volunteering with the Jackson County Fuel Committee.

  • 3 years' experience
  • Joined December 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Work experience

Volunteer · Jackson County Fuel CommitteeDec 2024 – Dec 2024 · 1 mo

Assisted with fuel committee activities; engaged in community service.

Volunteer · Family Assistance MinistriesJan 2017 – Jun 2020 · 3 yrs 6 mos

Delivered food as part of food recovery while attending Santa Margarita Catholic High School; assisted in distribution to families.

Education· 6

High School Diploma · Santa Margarita Catholic High School2030 – 2020
IGETC Certification · Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum2022
CSU General Education Breadth Certification · California State University2022
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts · Saddleback College2030 – 2023

Certifications and awards

Dean's List, Saddleback College2021
Magna Cum Laude, Saddleback College2023
Honorable Mention, SOU Student Film Festival's Screenwriting Contest2024
GPA 3.932030 – 2025

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