I am a creative, multidisciplinary, and driven final year undergraduate in screenwriting with a strong foundation in narrative analysis and game development. I have extensive experience in writing across various genres and formats including TV, feature films, and radio. I possess a deep understanding of narrative design theories from sources such as Vogler, Syd Field, McKee, and Blake Snyder. Alongside writing, I have practical expertise in game and film production, including designing characters, environments, and levels using Photoshop, Unity, and Unreal Engine. I have contributed to collaborative projects involving programmers and level designers, gaining teamwork and problem-solving skills. Additionally, I have filmmaking skills including directing, shooting, acting, and editing, with a strong passion to work with cutting-edge virtual technology within a collaborative team environment seeking challenge and creative fulfillment in the film industry.

Benjamin Janak

I am a creative, multidisciplinary, and driven final year undergraduate in screenwriting with a strong foundation in narrative analysis and game development. I have extensive experience in writing across various genres and formats including TV, feature films, and radio. I possess a deep understanding of narrative design theories from sources such as Vogler, Syd Field, McKee, and Blake Snyder. Alongside writing, I have practical expertise in game and film production, including designing characters, environments, and levels using Photoshop, Unity, and Unreal Engine. I have contributed to collaborative projects involving programmers and level designers, gaining teamwork and problem-solving skills. Additionally, I have filmmaking skills including directing, shooting, acting, and editing, with a strong passion to work with cutting-edge virtual technology within a collaborative team environment seeking challenge and creative fulfillment in the film industry.

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I am a creative, multidisciplinary, and driven final year undergraduate in screenwriting with a strong foundation in narrative analysis and game development. I have extensive experience in writing across various genres and formats including TV, feature films, and radio. I possess a deep understanding of narrative design theories from sources such as Vogler, Syd Field, McKee, and Blake Snyder.

Alongside writing, I have practical expertise in game and film production, including designing characters, environments, and levels using Photoshop, Unity, and Unreal Engine. I have contributed to collaborative projects involving programmers and level designers, gaining teamwork and problem-solving skills. Additionally, I have filmmaking skills including directing, shooting, acting, and editing, with a strong passion to work with cutting-edge virtual technology within a collaborative team environment seeking challenge and creative fulfillment in the film industry.

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Language

English
Fluent
Czech
Fluent
Slovak
Intermediate

Work Experience

Game Design at University of Suffolk
December 31, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Designed characters, environments and levels using Photoshop. Built levels based on designs in Unity and Unreal Engine 4 & 5 in both 2D and 3D. Worked collaboratively with programmers and level designers in Global Game Jam to create immersive experiences. Contributed to narrative design on collaborative projects.
Screenwriting at University of Suffolk
January 1, 2022 - Present
Three years of experience writing in various genres and forms, such as TV, feature film and radio. Possesses vast knowledge in academic sources regarding narrative design craft, including Vogler, Syd Field, Mckee and Blake Snyder.
Camp Staff at Moose River Outpost, Maine, USA
December 31, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Worked as a member of kitchen staff and assistant to the chef, adopting some administrative responsibilities. Encouraged the team to follow health and safety regulations.
Trading Assistant at Sainsbury’s, Ipswich
January 1, 2022 - Present
Worked within a large disciplined team to achieve daily sales targets. Dealt with customer enquiries while maintaining approachability and fulfilling the daily quota. Demonstrated strong commitment and flexibility by regularly taking overtime.
Camp Staff at Moose River Outpost
August 31, 2024 - August 5, 2025
Worked as a member of the kitchen staff during summer 2024. Assisted the chef and took on some administrative responsibilities while encouraging the team to follow health and safety regulations.
Trading Assistant at Sainsbury's, Ipswich
January 1, 2022 - Present
Worked with a large and disciplined team to achieve sales targets each shift. Dealt with customer enquiries while maintaining approachability and fulfilling the daily quota. Demonstrated strong commitment and flexibility by regularly taking overtime when required.

Education

Maturita (A-levels) at Beskydy Mountain Academy
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Maturita (A-levels) at Beskydy Mountain Academy
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
BA (Hons) Screenwriting at University of Suffolk
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
at University of Suffolk
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Software & Internet