I’m a screenwriter focused on horror-comedy, LGBTQ+ stories, and character-driven drama, with multiple feature projects in development and TV recognition from BBC Writersroom. I enjoy blending genres to create bold, entertaining worlds where personal voices and sharp humor shine through. I’m looking for representation and opportunities to bring bold, heartful stories to screen. My work ranges from intimate coming-of-age romances to high-energy horror comedies, often collaborating with directors like Richard Perry and producers such as Gareth Brough. I thrive on collaboration and bringing complex characters to life, whether on long-form TV or standalone shorts.

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I’m a screenwriter focused on horror-comedy, LGBTQ+ stories, and character-driven drama, with multiple feature projects in development and TV recognition from BBC Writersroom. I enjoy blending genres to create bold, entertaining worlds where personal voices and sharp humor shine through. I’m looking for representation and opportunities to bring bold, heartful stories to screen. My work ranges from intimate coming-of-age romances to high-energy horror comedies, often collaborating with directors like Richard Perry and producers such as Gareth Brough. I thrive on collaboration and bringing complex characters to life, whether on long-form TV or standalone shorts.

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I’m a screenwriter focused on horror-comedy, LGBTQ+ stories, and character-driven drama, with multiple feature projects in development and TV recognition from BBC Writersroom. I enjoy blending genres to create bold, entertaining worlds where personal voices and sharp humor shine through. I’m looking for representation and opportunities to bring bold, heartful stories to screen.

My work ranges from intimate coming-of-age romances to high-energy horror comedies, often collaborating with directors like Richard Perry and producers such as Gareth Brough. I thrive on collaboration and bringing complex characters to life, whether on long-form TV or standalone shorts.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Screenwriter at Wedding Massacre (In Development)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Horror-comedy feature in development; collaboration with director Richard Perry and producer Gareth Brough.
Co-writer at Poacher (Pre-Production)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Horror-comedy feature in pre-production; co-writer; directed by Richard Perry; producer: Gareth Brough.
Writer at Kiss (2024) – Short Film
January 1, 2024 - Present
Coming-of-age romance; commissioned by Winchester University; produced by Mwah Media; directed by Vas Evangelou.
Writer-Director at Womanhood (2019) – Short Film
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Drama short; writer-director; Best Ensemble Cast nomination at Prodigy Film Festival.

Education

Screenwriting: Finding Your Voice at National Film & Television School
January 1, 2022 - March 12, 2026
BA (Hons) Scriptwriting, First Class at University of Bedfordshire
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Award Scholarship of Excellence
BTEC Media Production (Film & TV) – Level Three: Distinction at West Herts College
September 2, 2013 - June 26, 2015

Qualifications

BBC Writersroom: Roll With It (Top 15%)
January 1, 2023 - March 12, 2026
BBC Writersroom: Silent (Top 25%)
January 1, 2020 - March 12, 2026
BBC Studios Writers’ Studio: EastEnders Spec (Top 25%)
January 1, 2024 - March 12, 2026
SWN Screenplay Competition: Semi-Finalist (Silent, 2020)
January 1, 2020 - March 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Other