I’m a creative storyteller who builds narratives and brands. I specialize in developing and writing screenplays, content marketing narratives, and ideation for producers and brands across film, television, and digital platforms. I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring bold ideas to life and to craft work that resonates with audiences. From horror to sci‑fi and integrated marketing campaigns, I partner with producers, studios, and agencies to shape character, pitch decks, and high‑impact storytelling that drives results and leaves a lasting impression.

Saurin Lakhia

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I’m a creative storyteller who builds narratives and brands. I specialize in developing and writing screenplays, content marketing narratives, and ideation for producers and brands across film, television, and digital platforms. I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring bold ideas to life and to craft work that resonates with audiences. From horror to sci‑fi and integrated marketing campaigns, I partner with producers, studios, and agencies to shape character, pitch decks, and high‑impact storytelling that drives results and leaves a lasting impression.

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I’m a creative storyteller who builds narratives and brands. I specialize in developing and writing screenplays, content marketing narratives, and ideation for producers and brands across film, television, and digital platforms. I love collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring bold ideas to life and to craft work that resonates with audiences.

From horror to sci‑fi and integrated marketing campaigns, I partner with producers, studios, and agencies to shape character, pitch decks, and high‑impact storytelling that drives results and leaves a lasting impression.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Screenwriter at Next Scene / They Who Came Before (Horror Vertical Micro-Drama)
October 1, 2025 - Present
Collaborated on a horror vertical micro-drama and wrote the screenplay for a Next Scene project; contributed to concept development and script execution for a vertical horror drama.
Screenwriter at Never Let Her In (Horror Feature)
February 1, 2024 - Present
Commissioned script with producers Katie Curtright and Sara Sehdev; developed and wrote the screenplay; produced a pitch deck; utilized MidJourney to generate hundreds of concept images for the film.
Screenwriter at MOKSHA (Science Fiction Feature)
January 1, 2021 - Present
Developed and wrote the screenplay for an award-winning sci‑fi drama; produced a pitch deck; designed a website to drive inquiries and host high-res images; leveraged MidJourney and Runway AI for concept art; submitted to festivals and contests; earned 90+ accolades.
Co-Writer at INDIGO (Horror Feature)
June 1, 2023 - Present
Commissioned script with producer Justine Razkiewicz; developed and co-wrote the screenplay; set in India; contributed to development and script refinement for a horror feature.
CEO, Principal at STUDIO INDRIYA LLC, Independent Media & Content Production Co.
February 1, 2017 - Present
Provided creative strategy around integrated marketing, content development, brand strategy, and creative execution; led diverse projects and built a multi-disciplinary practice; managed social media presence for film-related properties and clients.
VP, Head of the Well Branded Content Studio (Integrated Marketing) at Everyday Health
January 1, 2018 - February 1, 2019
Launched and led The Well, Everyday Health’s branded content studio; oversaw brand marketing content, creative, product, and insights; managed a 14-person cross-disciplinary team to drive revenue-driven campaigns.
Director, Integrated Brand Marketing & Partnerships at Domino Magazine
June 1, 2016 - February 1, 2017
Launched Domino Magazine’s Integrated Marketing team; developed content marketing solutions that align editorial, content, influencer, and brand campaigns for advertising partners.
Director, Integrated Marketing & Brand Experiences at REFINERY29
February 1, 2014 - May 1, 2016
Developed custom partnership solutions for advertisers; led integrated marketing and brand experience programs.
Associate Director, Integrated Marketing at WEBMD
February 1, 2009 - January 31, 2014
Created custom advertising packages for brand partners; managed integrated marketing initiatives and partnerships.
Associate, Television Development at IMG
February 1, 2008 - January 31, 2014
Assisted in television development and related creative processes; contributed to development pipelines and project ideation.

Education

MA at THE NEW SCHOOL
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2008
BS at GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2003

Qualifications

Fellow, The Rocaberti Writers Salon
January 11, 2030 - March 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other