CYRUS MASSOUDI
Cheltenham
Summary
A published author with 15 years creative writing experience split between literary and film/TV industries.
Skilled professional with expertise in creative writing, script writing and editing, pitch and summary presentation, and factual research. Demonstrates a keen eye for detail and excels in providing constructive feedback. Delivers to tight deadlines.
Proficient in building talent relationships, IP rights management, and contract negotiation. Adept at end user analysis, aiming to leverage these competencies to drive impactful results in future endeavours.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4018
4018
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Founder & Producer
Atar Studios
2019.03 - Current
- Headed up development of a wide slate of film and TV projects.
- Identified existing IP and generated original content for international markets.
- Established relationships with talent, agents and commissioners to deliver projects from pitch to package.
- Researched industry trends to shape project development and marketing strategies.
Head of Development
Noor Pictures
London, London
2018.01 - 2019.01
- Developed original content from pitch to script for a slate of film and TV projects.
- Identified IP from solicited submissions.
- Developed relationships with talent, agents and commissioners.
- Literary scout.
Education
Master of Arts - French
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Sept 2000 - 2004.06
Master of Arts - Translation
University of Bristol
Bristol Sept 2011 - 2012.06
Skills
- Creative Writing
- Pitch and Summary Presentation
- Factual Research
- Constructive Feedback
- Eye for Detail
- Building Talent Relationships
- IP Rights
- Contract Negotiation
- Strategic decision-making
- Creative problem solving
- Investment fundraising
- Market analysis
Languages
French
Fluent
Persian
Fluent
Spanish
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Founder & Producer
Atar Studios
2019.03 - Current
Head of Development
Noor Pictures
2018.01 - 2019.01
Master of Arts - French
University of Edinburgh
Sept 2000 - 2004.06
Master of Arts - Translation
University of Bristol
Sept 2011 - 2012.06