I am Mark Harris, a multidisciplinary educator, writer, and artist who has spent over 37 years in Southeast Asia shaping minds and stories. I have extensive experience teaching across levels—from primary to university—and I’ve designed and led courses in Screenwriting, Media Writing, Digital Storytelling, Illustration, and Narratives in Media. I’ve mentored numerous teachers and collaborated with corporate clients, education ministries, and universities to develop innovative language and media curricula. Currently based in Bangkok, I continue to pursue creative work as a writer and artist while contributing to higher education and professional development initiatives. I am fluent in several languages, enjoy cross-cultural collaboration, and am passionate about storytelling, education, and visual design.

Mark Harris

I am Mark Harris, a multidisciplinary educator, writer, and artist who has spent over 37 years in Southeast Asia shaping minds and stories. I have extensive experience teaching across levels—from primary to university—and I’ve designed and led courses in Screenwriting, Media Writing, Digital Storytelling, Illustration, and Narratives in Media. I’ve mentored numerous teachers and collaborated with corporate clients, education ministries, and universities to develop innovative language and media curricula. Currently based in Bangkok, I continue to pursue creative work as a writer and artist while contributing to higher education and professional development initiatives. I am fluent in several languages, enjoy cross-cultural collaboration, and am passionate about storytelling, education, and visual design.

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I am Mark Harris, a multidisciplinary educator, writer, and artist who has spent over 37 years in Southeast Asia shaping minds and stories. I have extensive experience teaching across levels—from primary to university—and I’ve designed and led courses in Screenwriting, Media Writing, Digital Storytelling, Illustration, and Narratives in Media. I’ve mentored numerous teachers and collaborated with corporate clients, education ministries, and universities to develop innovative language and media curricula.

Currently based in Bangkok, I continue to pursue creative work as a writer and artist while contributing to higher education and professional development initiatives. I am fluent in several languages, enjoy cross-cultural collaboration, and am passionate about storytelling, education, and visual design.

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Language

French
Advanced
Italian
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Indonesian
Advanced
Thai
Intermediate

Work Experience

Lecturer at Sunway University
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Taught Scriptwriting/Screenwriting, Media Writing, Digital Storytelling, Illustration, Aesthetic Appreciation, and Narratives in Media (post-graduate).
Intensive English Teacher at Edulink English Language School Yangon
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Intensive English, IELTS Prep, General English.
Teacher Trainer (Mentor) at Ministry of Education, Malaysia (SMR-HR)
December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Mentor in methodology and English language development for Malaysian primary teachers.
Freelance Writer and Artist at Independent
January 1, 1987 - November 22, 2025
Freelance writing and visual art projects.
Lecturer in Illustration at Lim Kok Wing University
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Lecturer in Illustration.
Private Tutor - Advanced Intensive English for CEO at ELF - ACQUITAINE, Malaysia
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Advanced intensive English for CEO.
Senior Copywriter at People N’ Rich - H Advertising, Malaysia
December 31, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Copywriting, Art Direction and proofreading English and Malay text for final artwork.
Private Tutor at Private tutorial establishments in Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and Jakarta
December 31, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Intensive English grammar in private tutorial establishments.
Private Tutor at Small groups from private companies in Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta
December 31, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Business English to small groups from private companies.
Art Director at Tom Abang Saufi Designs
December 31, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Responsible for all creative concept and content for fashion and public relations departments.
Teacher at International School of Kuala Lumpur
December 31, 2002 - December 31, 2002
French for Beginners and Lower Intermediate levels.
Teacher at British Council, Kuala Lumpur
December 31, 1995 - December 31, 1995
English as a Foreign Language to private students.
Teacher at International Language Program, Jakarta
December 31, 1989 - December 31, 1989
Intensive English as a Foreign Language for MA/PhD applicants.
Lecturer at Malaysia Institute of Technology (ITM)
December 31, 1986 - December 31, 1986
English as a Foreign Language for the Australian Matriculation Program.
Teacher at Kingsway-Princeton College, London
December 31, 1985 - December 31, 1985
English as a Second Language to students of all ages and levels.

Education

BA (HONS) Linguistics at School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1983
P.G.C.E EFL/ESL at Garnett College, Roehampton (now University of Greenwich)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1985
MA Screenwriting at The London Film School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
PGCE (TEFL/TESL) at University of Greenwich
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025

Qualifications

PGCE (TEFL/TESL)
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
MA Screenwriting
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
P.G.C.E EFL/ESL
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1985
BA (HONS) Linguistics
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1983

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Other