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Work history
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Hannah Blakey

Brentwood,Essex

Summary

Motivated and ambitious individual with a strong work ethic and a genuine passion for learning and growth within the creative industries. Known for being dependable, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments. Eager to contribute as part of a team while continuously developing skills and taking on new challenges. A real people person.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work history

Writing for Film and TV

University of York
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Skills in receiving and incorporating feedback.
  • Understanding the rewriting process and refining drafts for clarity and impact.
  • Learning how to pitch ideas effectively to producers or agents.
  • Exposure to writers’ room dynamics and creative brainstorming techniques.
  • Writing with a visual mindset. Practicing pre-visualisation.
  • Describing scenes and actions in a clear and cinematic way.
  • Knowledge of professional screenplay formatting using tools like Final Draft and Celtx.
  • Familiarity with industry expectations for script presentation and submission.

Directing

University of York
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Translating a script into visual language.
  • Guiding actor performances to match tone and character objectives.
  • Making creative choices in mood, tone, and rhythm through visual elements.
  • Executing a long and detailed R&D process.
  • Overseeing the pre-production process (casting, location scouting, scheduling).
  • Managing budgets, timelines, and logistics.
  • Navigating on-set challenges and adapting under pressure
  • Immense attention to detail.

Acting

Multiple
  • Once on This Island - Centre stage School of Arts, Singapore
  • Aladdin The Musical - Centre Stage School of Arts, Singapore
  • Into the woods - Centre Stage School of Arts, Singapore
  • We Will Rock You - Berrick Performance Hall, Tanglin Trust School, Singapore
  • Grease The Musical - Berrick Performance Hall, Tanglin Trust School, Singapore
  • The Daguerrean Murder by Ethan Botterill - Drama Barn , University of York
  • The forest of Nimrinor by Dylan Day - Drama Barn, University of York
  • A Midsommer Nights Dream by William Shakespeare - Drama Barn, University of York
  • Parliament Square by James Fritz - Scenic Stage Theatre, University of York
  • Nora: A Doll's House by Stef Smith - Black Box , University of York

Current Trends and Dramaturgy

University of York
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Encourages the creation and analysis of politically engaged theatre and media.
  • Equips students to explore social commentary through storytelling.
  • Enhances ability to contextualise performance within political realities.
  • Supports the development of critical, reflective, and socially conscious artists.
  • Strengthens understanding of how art can influence or reflect political change.


Education

GCSEs -

Tanglin Trust School
Singapore

A-Levels -

Tanglin Trust School
Singapore

Theatre Studies: Writing, Performance and Directing.

University of York
York
09/2022 - 09/2025

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Quick problem-solving
  • Excellent time management
  • High level of adaptability
  • Discretion and professionalism
  • Proactive and self-motivated
  • Ambitious

Timeline

Current Trends and Dramaturgy

University of York
02.2024 - 06.2024

Directing

University of York
01.2024 - 07.2024

Writing for Film and TV

University of York
09.2023 - 02.2024

Acting

Multiple

GCSEs -

Tanglin Trust School

A-Levels -

Tanglin Trust School

Theatre Studies: Writing, Performance and Directing.

University of York
09/2022 - 09/2025
Hannah Blakey