I was born and lived most of my life in South Africa, with a period of schooling in Tanzania from 1985 to 1990. After completing a BSc degree majoring in Mathematics and Computer Science in 1997, I decided to leave my computer career to pursue my true passion: filmmaking. Since then, I have made independent productions and worked in the formal film industry as a writer, script editor, producer, and director. I have completed an Honours Degree in Film and TV Studies and a Masters degree specialising in Screenwriting at the University of Cape Town. Today, I freelance as a writer and lecturer in film and TV, focusing on quality storytelling and team collaboration throughout my 25 years of experience.

Keorapetse Lentswe Serote

I was born and lived most of my life in South Africa, with a period of schooling in Tanzania from 1985 to 1990. After completing a BSc degree majoring in Mathematics and Computer Science in 1997, I decided to leave my computer career to pursue my true passion: filmmaking. Since then, I have made independent productions and worked in the formal film industry as a writer, script editor, producer, and director. I have completed an Honours Degree in Film and TV Studies and a Masters degree specialising in Screenwriting at the University of Cape Town. Today, I freelance as a writer and lecturer in film and TV, focusing on quality storytelling and team collaboration throughout my 25 years of experience.

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I was born and lived most of my life in South Africa, with a period of schooling in Tanzania from 1985 to 1990. After completing a BSc degree majoring in Mathematics and Computer Science in 1997, I decided to leave my computer career to pursue my true passion: filmmaking. Since then, I have made independent productions and worked in the formal film industry as a writer, script editor, producer, and director.

I have completed an Honours Degree in Film and TV Studies and a Masters degree specialising in Screenwriting at the University of Cape Town. Today, I freelance as a writer and lecturer in film and TV, focusing on quality storytelling and team collaboration throughout my 25 years of experience.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Script Editor at NFVF
January 1, 2024 - Present
Served as script editor on the feature film "Picasso in Soweto" during the 2024/2025 period, assisting in story development and refining the screenplay.
Pilot Writer at Seismic Media
January 1, 2024 - Present
Wrote the pilot episode for the series "Holy Hustle" in 2024, contributing story concepts and scripts for television production.
Storyliner/Writer at Urban Brew
December 31, 2022 - July 17, 2025
Served as storyliner and writer for "Makoti Season 2" TV series, contributing to episode development during 2021 and 2022.
Storyliner at Raindrop Media
December 31, 2021 - July 17, 2025
Developed storylines for the TV series "Nandi" during 2020 and 2021, assisting the narrative structure and scripting.
Part Time Lecturer at Boston Media House
December 31, 2020 - July 17, 2025
Prepared and lectured third-year television students in film and TV studies, combining academic and practical teaching methods in 2020.
Writer at Peu Communication
December 31, 2019 - July 17, 2025
Wrote episodes for the TV series "Judas Kiss" in 2019, contributing scripts and story development.
Writer at Urban Brew
December 31, 2018 - July 17, 2025
Worked as a writer on the TV series "Makoti" in 2018, developing scripts and storylines.
Tutor at University of Cape Town
December 31, 2015 - July 17, 2025
Tutored first-year students on film and TV theory as part of the academic faculty during 2014 and 2015.
Screenplay Writer, Director, and Producer at Self Produced
December 31, 2013 - July 17, 2025
Produced the feature film "Beyond The Picket Line" from 2010 to 2013, handling screenplay writing, direction, and production with post production support funded by NFVF.
Writer and Video Editor at SABC/NFVF SEDIBA Programme
December 31, 2006 - July 17, 2025
Wrote two episodes and edited video content for the TV series "Umthunzi Wentaba" in 2006, contributing to storytelling and post-production.
Trainee Script Editor and Researcher at SABC/NFVF SEDIBA Programme
December 31, 2007 - July 17, 2025
Worked as a trainee script editor and researcher for series and feature film "UGugu no Andile" between 2006 and 2007, assisting in script development and content research.
Writer, Director, Producer, Actor at Freelance/Independent Productions
December 31, 2008 - July 17, 2025
Self-employed creating short films between 2002 and 2008, responsible for writing, directing, producing and acting in multiple projects including notable titles such as "Brother to the Destroyer", "Chasing Dreams", and "Trust".
Script Editor at NFVF
December 31, 2025 - July 17, 2025
Provided script editing for the feature film Picasso in Soweto during 2024/5, helping refine story elements and ensure quality screenplay development.
Storyliner/Writer at Urban Brew
December 31, 2022 - July 17, 2025
Worked as a storyliner and writer on the TV series Makoti Season 2, crafting narratives and scripts to engage the audience.
Storyliner at Raindrop Media
December 31, 2021 - July 17, 2025
Responsible for storylining work on the TV series Nandi, contributing to narrative structure and script development.
Part Time Lecturer at Boston Media House
January 1, 2020 - Present
Prepared and lectured 3rd year television students, sharing knowledge and mentoring future industry professionals.
Writer at Peu Communication
December 31, 2019 - July 17, 2025
Wrote scripts for the TV series Judas Kiss, contributing creative and professional writing expertise.
Writer at Urban Brew
December 31, 2018 - July 17, 2025
Contributed as a writer on the TV series Makoti, developing scripts and storylines.
Tutor at University of Cape Town
December 31, 2015 - July 17, 2025
Tutored first-year students on film and TV theory, supporting foundational learning and academic growth.
Screenplay Director Producer at Self Produced; NFVF Post Production Funded
December 31, 2013 - July 17, 2025
Wrote, directed, and produced the feature film Beyond The Picket Line, managing the project from development through post-production.
Writer Video Editor at SABC/NFVF SEDIBA Programme
December 31, 2006 - July 17, 2025
Wrote two episodes and performed video editing for the TV series Umthunzi Wentaba, contributing to production quality and storytelling.
Trainee Script Editor Researcher at SABC/NFVF SEDIBA Programme
December 31, 2007 - July 17, 2025
Trained as a script editor and conducted research for the series and feature film UGugu no Andile, developing skills for future projects.
Writer Director Producer Actor at Self Employed
December 31, 2008 - July 17, 2025
Created and participated in multiple short films, taking duties as writer, director, producer, and actor on various projects between 2002 and 2008.

Education

Masters in Screenwriting at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Honours in Film and TV Studies at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science at University of the Western Cape
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1997
Masters in Screenwriting at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Honours in Film and TV Studies at University of Cape Town
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science at University of the Western Cape
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1997

Qualifications

Script Editing course
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2010
Film and TV Protégé 02 course
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Script Editing course
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2010
Film and TV Protégé 02 course
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other, Non-Profit Organization