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Creative Writing: All Pathways (Screenwriting, Novel, Short Story, Poetry etc.)

Creative Writing is a subject for those with imagination, talent, and a passion for literature, film and television, poetry and so much more. Whichever pathway you wish to discover, this class will give you the necessary skills to develop and explore different styles of writing, giving you an example of industry-standard work.

This class can help you work towards English Language/Literature/Creative Writing qualifications at many different levels, hopefully inspiring you to pursue a university education or career in this field. However, if you simply wish to explore your talent in fiction writing, I can provide insight into the industry and university level education of this subject.

Extra information

You may use your laptop or a notebook. If you would like, find a copy (physical or digital) of your favorite novel/poem/short story, or if you enjoy screenwriting, an example of your favorite film or television show. This is a fun way to learn about what you enjoy and may like to write.
COVID-19: I will wear a mask when sitting with the student and/or socially distance as per the parent's requests.

Location

At student's location: Around Enfield Town, United Kingdom
Online via webcam

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General info

Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English

About Me

I am a Brunel University London Graduate (BA Creative Writing & MA Creative Writing: Screenwriting), with a passion for writing film and television, as well as prose fiction. I have two published short stories.

In 2018, I wrote and co-produced a short film entitled, an LGBTQ+ drama following the life of a pre-transition transgender teenager.

I have experience in tutoring students in the many pathways of Creative Writing as well as working with industry experts and professional writers, all of which I am eager to share with the bright minds of all ages.

Education

Creative Writing: Screenwriting MA - 2020
Creative Writing BA - 2019
English Literature A-Level - 2016
Media Studies A-Level - 2016
Philosophy & Ethics A-Level - 2016

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