I’m Lucia Shikuku, a senior Kenyan screenwriter and head writer who specializes in developing and writing long-form television drama, including telenovelas, soap operas, and comedic series. I lead story development from concept and character creation through storyline and episode structure, ensuring strong long-term arcs and consistent narrative continuity across large episode counts. Across productions such as Mezesha, Lazizi, and Sarabi, along with major credits including Tausi, Tahidi High, Makutano Junction, Machachari, Changes, and Pendo, I’ve built a track record of collaborative writers’ room leadership, script editing, and dialogue-driven dramatic conflict. I also work in both English and Kiswahili storytelling, tailoring tone, pacing, and arcs to keep audiences engaged episode after episode.

LUCIA SHIKUKU

I’m Lucia Shikuku, a senior Kenyan screenwriter and head writer who specializes in developing and writing long-form television drama, including telenovelas, soap operas, and comedic series. I lead story development from concept and character creation through storyline and episode structure, ensuring strong long-term arcs and consistent narrative continuity across large episode counts. Across productions such as Mezesha, Lazizi, and Sarabi, along with major credits including Tausi, Tahidi High, Makutano Junction, Machachari, Changes, and Pendo, I’ve built a track record of collaborative writers’ room leadership, script editing, and dialogue-driven dramatic conflict. I also work in both English and Kiswahili storytelling, tailoring tone, pacing, and arcs to keep audiences engaged episode after episode.

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I’m Lucia Shikuku, a senior Kenyan screenwriter and head writer who specializes in developing and writing long-form television drama, including telenovelas, soap operas, and comedic series. I lead story development from concept and character creation through storyline and episode structure, ensuring strong long-term arcs and consistent narrative continuity across large episode counts.

Across productions such as Mezesha, Lazizi, and Sarabi, along with major credits including Tausi, Tahidi High, Makutano Junction, Machachari, Changes, and Pendo, I’ve built a track record of collaborative writers’ room leadership, script editing, and dialogue-driven dramatic conflict. I also work in both English and Kiswahili storytelling, tailoring tone, pacing, and arcs to keep audiences engaged episode after episode.

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Language

English
Advanced
Swahili
Advanced

Work Experience

Screenwriter at Mezesha (TV47)
May 1, 2026 - Present
Story development and storylining for a 260-episode telenovela; develop episodes, characters, and long-term arcs; maintain continuity and collaborate with creative and production teams.
Screenwriter at Lazizi (M-Net Production)
April 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026
Story development, storylining, and scriptwriting for a 260-episode telenovela; developed characters, relationships, conflicts, and long-term arcs.
Screenwriter at Sarabi (M-Net Production)
November 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Story development, storylining, and scriptwriting for a 120-episode series; created character and plot development and supported continuity through production.
Original Content Creator, Writer, Actress & Content Producer at Lucia vs Lucia
January 1, 2019 - Present
Created original content and scripts and supported production by writing and acting, alongside content production responsibilities.
Scriptwriter & Casting Director at Monica (Cheruscopic Productions)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Provided scriptwriting support and casting direction to align talent selection with story needs and character portrayal.
Screenwriter & Director at Mchungaji (NTV)
January 1, 2017 - Present
Screenwriting and directing responsibilities across the series; contributed to episode creation and creative execution while supporting overall storytelling consistency.
Head Writer & Storyliner at Pendo (Dil Pictures / Nation TV)
December 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Led storylining and development; developed major arcs and episode storylines; wrote and edited scripts and maintained narrative continuity.
Creator, Scriptwriter, Co-Producer & Actress at Machachari (Citizen TV)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Co-created and wrote scripts for the series, supported co-production, and performed as an actress while contributing to episode storytelling.
Storyliner & Scriptwriter at Changes (M-Net)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Provided storylining and scriptwriting support for the series; worked through narrative structure, continuity, and episode scripting.
Storyliner & Scriptwriter at Makutano Junction (Citizen TV / M-Net)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Worked as storyliner and scriptwriter, shaping episode plots and supporting continuity across ongoing storylines.
Storyliner & Scriptwriter at Tahidi High (Citizen TV)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Storylined and wrote scripts for the series, contributing to episode development and ongoing character and plot consistency.
Writer & Storyliner at Mother-in-Law (Citizen TV)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2012
Wrote and storylined episodes, supporting plot development and narrative continuity for the series.
Storyliner & Scriptwriter at Tausi (KBC)
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2004
Storylined and scripted episodes across multiple years, supporting recurring characters and long-running plot development.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (International Relations) at United States International University (USIU), Kenya
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 2000
at Kaimosi Girls’ High School
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1994
at Mukumu Girls’ Primary School
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1990

Qualifications

Tausi screenwriting workshop with Mudegu Kibwana Onguso
January 1, 1997 - September 8, 2026
Mediae / Ford Foundation television development workshop with BBC creative mentorship
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
South African story-editor mentorship during Changes (M-Net production)
January 1, 2007 - September 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment