I'm Jake Shelvey, a writer and filmmaker based in Glasgow, originally from London. I started out as a runner on a range of commercial and film sets, then moved into writing, directing and producing short films. I recently completed GFF's screenwriting mentorship and I run DV8 Film Club, a bi-monthly event showcasing miniDV/Hi8 films from local filmmakers, with plans to open submissions later this year. I’m currently balancing freelance work in sound, script supervision, and writing/directing, while also holding a Sales Assistant role at Park Circus. I’m passionate about collaborating with diverse creatives and continuing to develop new shorts and documentary projects.

Jake Shelvey

I'm Jake Shelvey, a writer and filmmaker based in Glasgow, originally from London. I started out as a runner on a range of commercial and film sets, then moved into writing, directing and producing short films. I recently completed GFF's screenwriting mentorship and I run DV8 Film Club, a bi-monthly event showcasing miniDV/Hi8 films from local filmmakers, with plans to open submissions later this year. I’m currently balancing freelance work in sound, script supervision, and writing/directing, while also holding a Sales Assistant role at Park Circus. I’m passionate about collaborating with diverse creatives and continuing to develop new shorts and documentary projects.

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I’m Jake Shelvey, a writer and filmmaker based in Glasgow, originally from London. I started out as a runner on a range of commercial and film sets, then moved into writing, directing and producing short films. I recently completed GFF’s screenwriting mentorship and I run DV8 Film Club, a bi-monthly event showcasing miniDV/Hi8 films from local filmmakers, with plans to open submissions later this year.

I’m currently balancing freelance work in sound, script supervision, and writing/directing, while also holding a Sales Assistant role at Park Circus. I’m passionate about collaborating with diverse creatives and continuing to develop new shorts and documentary projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Staff Writer at ScreenRant, Film Obsessive, The Indiependent
January 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023
Wrote paid articles across online film/entertainment outlets; produced short-form and analytical content; developed familiarity with CMS and house style.
Writer/Filmmaker at Freelance / Self-Directed Projects
January 1, 2023 - Present
Wrote and directed 2x narrative shorts and 1x experimental short; managed projects from inception to completion, auditioning/rehearsing/leading crew and cast; supervised safety and logistics for up to 20 people.
Sound Recordist / Script Supervisor at Freelance – Beguildy / Those Days Gone By / Awaken
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Sound recordist for Beguildy (dir. Barnaby Omar, 2024) and Those Days Gone By, Forget Them and Sleep (dir. Oliver James Hunt, currently in post-production). Script supervisor for Awaken (dir. Yann Tshibola).
Sound Recordist / Script Supervisor at Freelance
February 1, 2026 - Present
Active work on various films across Glasgow/London; ongoing.
Sales Assistant at Park Circus
August 1, 2025 - Present
Assist with film distribution operations; support releases including Jockey (2023), Sleeper (2023), Master (in post-production).

Education

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (First Class Honours)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Excel & Adobe Creative Suite Training
January 11, 2030 - April 25, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet