I am a hardworking writer with professional experience in screenwriting and online film criticism. I write in many different mediums, such as poetry, prose, screenwriting and dramatic theatrical work. As such, I have a broad range of experience and versatility in using words to communicate ideas and tell stories. I have a passion for evoking an emotional response in an audience.      Since completing an MA in Screenwriting from the London Film School, I have worked as both a freelance and an in-house screenwriter. In my role as an in-house writer at Star Wolf Media, I co-wrote the pilot episode and the series bible for a Sci-Fi series. I also performed rewrites on a number of feature film scripts in varying genres. In my freelance work, I was hired to co-write the folk horror short Progeny. The short went on to win the best horror award at the North East International Film Festival. These professional writing experiences have taught me to work diligently to meet deadlines, implement feedback, and collaborate effectively with creative partners.…

James Fane Trefusis

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I am a hardworking writer with professional experience in screenwriting and online film criticism. I write in many different mediums, such as poetry, prose, screenwriting and dramatic theatrical work. As such, I have a broad range of experience and versatility in using words to communicate ideas and tell stories. I have a passion for evoking an emotional response in an audience.      Since completing an MA in Screenwriting from the London Film School, I have worked as both a freelance and an in-house screenwriter. In my role as an in-house writer at Star Wolf Media, I co-wrote the pilot episode and the series bible for a Sci-Fi series. I also performed rewrites on a number of feature film scripts in varying genres. In my freelance work, I was hired to co-write the folk horror short Progeny. The short went on to win the best horror award at the North East International Film Festival. These professional writing experiences have taught me to work diligently to meet deadlines, implement feedback, and collaborate effectively with creative partners.…

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I am a hardworking writer with professional experience in screenwriting and online film criticism. I write in many different mediums, such as poetry, prose, screenwriting and dramatic theatrical work. As such, I have a broad range of experience and versatility in using words to communicate ideas and tell stories. I have a passion for evoking an emotional response in an audience.

Since completing an MA in Screenwriting from the London Film School, I have worked as both a freelance and an in-house screenwriter. In my role as an in-house writer at Star Wolf Media, I co-wrote the pilot episode and the series bible for a Sci-Fi series. I also performed rewrites on a number of feature film scripts in varying genres. In my freelance work, I was hired to co-write the folk horror short Progeny. The short went on to win the best horror award at the North East International Film Festival. These professional writing experiences have taught me to work diligently to meet deadlines, implement feedback, and collaborate effectively with creative partners.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Producer at Star Wolf Media
February 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Responsible for effective communication and calendar scheduling for the Managing Director; liaising with collaborators and stakeholders; pitching/outreach to potential co-producers and investors; assisting in creative development, including story notes and pitch decks/promotional materials.
In-house Writer at Star Wolf Media
November 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Helped develop and write a TV series concept from previously created materials; co-wrote the pilot episode and promotional materials such as the series Bible; script editing and rewrites for a feature film project using previously developed materials.
Script Reader at London International Screenwriting Festival
January 1, 2021 - January 31, 2021
Judging and selecting scripts for the finals; assigning ratings based on character development, themes and narrative direction; evaluating whether criteria are met.
Art Department Assistant at All My Friends Hate Me
November 1, 2019 - November 30, 2019
Maintaining prop continuity, set dressing and adjustments to scenes at privately owned locations to ensure production efficiency.
Technical Runner at Silverglade Post-Production
October 1, 2018 - February 28, 2019
Supporting the edit team and clients; maintaining office space and kitchen inventory; performing technical operations using Avid Media Composer.
Co-writer at Progeny (Short Film)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Co-wrote the horror short film script; collaboration with director Nicole Pott to tell the story of a runaway who discovers a witch sister and a demonic force.
Student Representative at LFS Online Graduation Showcase
November 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021
Organised the London Film School’s online graduation webpage; liaised between students and organisers and reached out to industry contacts to promote opportunities.

Education

MA Screenwriting at London Film School
September 1, 2019 - August 31, 2020
Bachelor of Arts Film Studies at University of Exeter
September 1, 2015 - July 31, 2018

Qualifications

Film Studies BA 2:1 Honours
September 1, 2015 - July 1, 2018

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
    paper Progeny

    Short Film – Horror
    Script Co-Written with Nicole Pott

    When young runaway Alka stumbles upon her long-lost sister living as a witch in the woods, past supernatural connections ignite a demonic force within her.