CV / English / Scriptwriter

Person Info

Name: Alex Mercer Address: 545 Imagination Lane, Storyville, CA 90212 Phone: (555) 123-4567 Email: [email protected]

Brief

A passionate and creative Scriptwriter with over 5 years of experience in creating compelling scripts for film, television, and online content. Adept at developing unique stories, characters, and dialogues that engage and enthrall audiences. Possesses a strong understanding of narrative structure and genre conventions, coupled with a talent for collaborative writing.

Core Competencies

• Exceptional storytelling and conceptual skills
• Proficient in character development and plot structuring
• Excellent research and adaptation abilities for various genres
• Strong command over dialogue and narrative pacing
• Skilled at collaborating with directors, producers, and other writers
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changes
• Knowledge of screenplay formatting and industry standards

Technologies and Certifications

• Proficient in Final Draft, Celtx, and Movie Magic Screenwriter
• Certified Screenwriter – Screenwriters University
• Knowledgeable in Adobe Story and Scrivener
• Familiar with the cloud-based collaboration tools like WritersDuet

Professional Experience

Lead Scriptwriter at Dreamworks Imaginations, Los Angeles, CA (2019-Present) - Created and developed over 20 scripts for various media, including television, web series, and short films. - Led a team of junior scriptwriters, guiding the development of their skills and ensuring the quality of their output.

Scriptwriter Assistant at Sunlight Entertainment, Los Angeles, CA (2017-2019) - Assisted in the writing and editing of scripts for several successful television shows. - Conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracy and authenticity of scripts.

Education and Training

Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA Graduated: May 2017

Bachelor of Arts in English, University of California, Berkeley, CA Graduated: May 2015

Referees

Available upon request.