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Zhang Weiyu (Willow)

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I'm a scriptwriter with a strong foundation in filmmaking and creative storytelling.

About

I’m a scriptwriter with a strong foundation in filmmaking and creative storytelling. I excel at authoring original screenplays, adapting novels, and bridging language gaps through English-Chinese translation, with a collaborative, cross-cultural mindset. I’m passionate about developing engaging narratives and contributing to innovative projects in diverse markets.

I’m eager to leverage my writing and content development skills to contribute to exciting, modern productions in the UK market and beyond, helping teams translate creative visions into compelling on-screen experiences.

  • 2 years' experience
  • Joined May 2026

Skills· 1

Languages

  • EnglishAdvanced
  • ChineseFluent

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 6 roles

Script Writer · Beijing New Reading Technology Co. LtdMay 2025 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos

Authored several original screenplays for the company's premier short-drama platform, Goodshorts, with two projects slated for release by year-end.

Scriptwriter · Beijing New Reading Technology Co. Ltd.May 2025 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos

Authored several original screenplays for the company's premier short-drama platform, Goodshorts, with two projects slated for release by year-end. Facilitated seamless cross-cultural collaboration by translating and liaising with the Chinese team, effectively bridging language and cultural gaps for international writers. Assisted the head manager in ideating and developing new screenplay concepts, contributing to the next stage of script evolution and project advancement.

Script Writer · Stray PTE. Ltd.Sep 2024 – Feb 2025 · 6 mos

Successfully adapted an original novel into a 10-minute screenplay, with filming preparations underway for February. Facilitated seamless cross-cultural collaboration by translating and liaising with the Chinese team, effectively bridging language and cultural gaps for international writers. Assisted the head manager in ideating and developing new screenplay concepts, contributing to the next stage of script evolution and project advancement.

1st Assistant Director · Suzhou Governmental Commercial Dimensions Vision Cultural Media CompanyJul 2023 – Aug 2023 · 2 mos
1st AD (Assistant Director) · Suzhou Municipal Commercial Dimensions Vision Cultural Media CompanyJul 2023 – Aug 2023 · 2 mos
1st Assistant Director · Short Film Riyel Production, ChinaFeb 2023 – Mar 2023 · 2 mos

Education· 5

Bachelor of Arts, Filmmaking (First Class Honours) · Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, Academy of Film and Creative Technology2021 – 2025
Master’s Programme, Directing Cinema and Digital Media (DCDM) · Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (FAMU)2025 – 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Film Making (Honours) · Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, Academy of Film and Creative Technology2021 – 2025
Master’s Programme, Directing Cinema and Digital Media (DCDM) · Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (FAMU)2025 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Outstanding Graduate Award2030 – 2026
Outstanding Graduate Award - FAMU2030 – 2026
Master’s Programme, Directing Cinema and Digital Media (DCDM) - FAMU2025 – 2026

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