Skilled and experienced writer, reader and editor. Passionate about crafting stories that move and inspire audiences and readers. Creative and articulate with strong relationship building and collaborative skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Coordinator
Popcorn and Co / Threewise Entertainment
08.2022 - Current
Reading series material for S2 and 3 of Rock Island Mysteries (Nickelodeon Australia) from initial ideas to final draft scripts
Monitoring and feeding back throughout editing process including VFX, grade, music and mixing
Supporting producers with script reading and later video scene/episode reviews to tight deadlines
Collaborating with executive team, discussing scripts and footage and collating notes
Producing clear, relevant and fair notes on scripts and scenes, offering reasonable explanations and alternatives
Freelancer Writer and Editor
Self Employed
04.2012 - Current
Writing short scripts for various agencies for educational and promotional purposes
Reading and reviewing screenplays for agencies
Proofreading and copy-editing client content
Researching and writing diverse content for various mediums including blogs, articles, brochures, case studies, websites and social media
Interviewing individuals by phone, video and in-person to write news stories and case studies
Writing fiction and nonfiction prose
Preparing and writing grant applications
Writer
Museum of London
05.2024 - 09.2024
Developing concept, closely collaborating with museum team
Writing two films for video exhibit, blending historical accuracy with compelling story-telling for KS2 school children and adults
Writing panels to introduce exhibit and films
Independent Film Freelancer
Various
10.2002 - 03.2012
Production Assistant on feature film, Nativity! by Mirrorball Films and Debbie Isitt
Assistant Director, Extra/Actor, Production Assistant and Script Reader for Popcorn & Co/Rapid Pics
AD, Editor, Runner, Actor and Camera Assistant on a number of short, independent films