I'm Tim Seyfert, a lecturer of English and freelance writer based in the UK. Since 2014 I have taught English at Truro & Penwith College and I write narrative content for screen media (screenplays) and literary fiction. My work has been produced into award-winning films and published in literary magazines. My background spans education, media, and communications—from teaching and curriculum design to reporting and producing content for screen and print. I enjoy collaborating with creators to tell compelling stories and to build engaging learning experiences.

Tim Seyfert

I'm Tim Seyfert, a lecturer of English and freelance writer based in the UK. Since 2014 I have taught English at Truro & Penwith College and I write narrative content for screen media (screenplays) and literary fiction. My work has been produced into award-winning films and published in literary magazines. My background spans education, media, and communications—from teaching and curriculum design to reporting and producing content for screen and print. I enjoy collaborating with creators to tell compelling stories and to build engaging learning experiences.

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I’m Tim Seyfert, a lecturer of English and freelance writer based in the UK. Since 2014 I have taught English at Truro & Penwith College and I write narrative content for screen media (screenplays) and literary fiction. My work has been produced into award-winning films and published in literary magazines.

My background spans education, media, and communications—from teaching and curriculum design to reporting and producing content for screen and print. I enjoy collaborating with creators to tell compelling stories and to build engaging learning experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lecturer of English at Truro & Penwith College
August 1, 2014 - Present
Teach level 1 & 2 English at post-16 college. Create lesson resources, conduct assessments and provide learning support.
Writer at Freelance
January 1, 2019 - Present
Write narratives for screen media (screenplays) and literary fiction (short stories). Work has been produced into award-winning films and published in literary magazines.
English Teacher at Penrice Academy
September 1, 2013 - July 1, 2014
Taught English and Creative Media at Ofsted 'Outstanding' secondary school. Designed learning resources, conducted assessments and ran Drama Club.
Teaching Assistant / Press Officer at Treviglas Academy
August 1, 2009 - August 1, 2013
Supported students with complex learning needs (all subjects and year groups). Served as school press officer; composed press releases to highlight school activities.
Communications Specialist at Verisign, Inc.
September 1, 2005 - July 1, 2007
Composed copy for promotional materials and internal communications. Created and served as Editor of internal company magazine, The VeriSign Voice.
Reporter at Palo Alto Weekly
June 1, 2003 - August 1, 2005
Wrote news pieces and features for weekly newspaper. Conducted copy-editing duties.
Staff Writer at Los Altos Town Crier
March 1, 2003 - May 1, 2004
Wrote articles for general news beat for weekly newspaper. Conducted layout duties and shot photos.
Production Assistant at CBS News - KPIX TV
June 1, 2001 - March 1, 2003
Operated teleprompter for live daily newscasts. Pulled video, troubleshot technical issues and ran scripts up to news anchors.

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Film & TV Production at University of Bristol
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Journalism at San Francisco State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2001
Master of Arts (MA) in Film & TV Production at University of Bristol
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Journalism at San Francisco State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2001

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services