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.

Zhang Weiyu (Willow)

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.

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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.

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Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Advanced
Chinese
Fluent

Work Experience

Scriptwriter at Beijing New Reading Technology Co. Ltd.
May 1, 2025 - Present
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 at Stray PTE. Ltd.
September 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
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 AD (Assistant Director) at Suzhou Municipal Commercial Dimensions Vision Cultural Media Company
July 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Supported the head manager in discovering and expanding new screenplay ideas, contributing to the development and writing of the next stage of the script, driving the project forward. Aided the director in initial script creation and translation, ensuring precise communication of the creative vision and integrating diverse cultural expressions to enhance international appeal and depth.
1st Assistant Director at Short Film Riyel Production, China
February 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Rendered accurate script translations (Chinese - English) and other production documents, ensuring clarity of the director's vision for both local and international teams. Maintained strong on-set control, coordinating multiple departments to foster effective communication among cast and crew.
Script Writer at Beijing New Reading Technology Co. Ltd
May 1, 2025 - Present
Authored several original screenplays for the company's premier short-drama platform, Goodshorts, with two projects slated for release by year-end.
1st Assistant Director at Suzhou Governmental Commercial Dimensions Vision Cultural Media Company
July 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Supported the head manager in discovering and expanding news screenplay ideas, contributing to the development and writing of the next stage of the script, driving the project forward. Aided the director in initial script creation and translation, ensuring precise communication of the creative vision and integrating diverse cultural expressions to enhance international appeal and depth. Orchestrated communication between the director and various on-set departments, resolving unforeseen issues to maintain the filming schedule.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Filmmaking (First Class Honours) at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, Academy of Film and Creative Technology
September 1, 2021 - July 1, 2025
Master’s Programme, Directing Cinema and Digital Media (DCDM) at Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (FAMU)
September 1, 2025 - May 9, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Film Making (Honours) at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, Academy of Film and Creative Technology
September 1, 2021 - July 1, 2025
Master’s Programme, Directing Cinema and Digital Media (DCDM) at Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (FAMU)
September 1, 2025 - May 9, 2026
Outstanding Graduate Award at Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (FAMU)
January 11, 2030 - May 9, 2026

Qualifications

Outstanding Graduate Award
January 11, 2030 - May 9, 2026
Outstanding Graduate Award - FAMU
January 11, 2030 - May 9, 2026
Master’s Programme, Directing Cinema and Digital Media (DCDM) - FAMU
September 1, 2025 - May 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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