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Screenwriting and film festivals and competitions
Writing Career
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Oct 21, 2026
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5 min read
When does chasing the next opportunity stop being career development and start becoming a distraction?
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Sep 16, 2026
7 min read
From acceptance email to actual career move. It’s not the scheme that changes your career. It’s what you do with it.
Sep 9, 2026
9 min read
Navigating schemes and compeitions without losing the will to live.
Sep 2, 2026
What is the Edinburgh TV Festival actually like when you're no longer attending as an emerging participant, but going back with a slightly different seat?
Aug 26, 2026
6 min read
What happens when you finally get the opportunity you’ve been chasing, and discover it isn’t quite what you thought you wanted?
Aug 19, 2026
Is the Edinburgh TV Festival worth £1,500? I’ve spent years trying to get into it, and now I’m finally going back. Here’s what I’ve learned about the cost, the opportunities, and knowing when an industry event is actually worth your money.
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Aug 5, 2026
What the BFI is really looking for, why most first applications don't succeed, and how to know when you're ready.
Jul 29, 2026
What I’ve learnt from getting two funded shorts made, finding collaborators, navigating funding routes, and understanding what producers need to see before they take a risk.
Professional Development
Jul 1, 2026
4 min read
The best writing lessons don't always come from award winners. Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come from watching the shows you and everyone else dismissed.
Jun 3, 2026
What happens after a script or film makes the shortlist? Part Two of an insider look at judging panels, award decisions, feedback, and why the best submission doesn't always win.
May 27, 2026
How film festivals and script competitions actually rate your work, from submissions to final selection decisions.
May 20, 2026
A candid reflection on rejection in screenwriting, resilience, career momentum, and why setbacks are often part of building a sustainable creative career.
