Thread by @AndrewOldbury

Finding #writing opportunities and development jobs has never been easy. So, I’m starting this thread of jobs & script calls out in the hopes it helps level the playing field and may open doors for everyone.

#writingcommunity #scriptchat #writers

First up, the BBC has several script editor & story roles going on Eastenders. More info available here: careerssearch.bbc.co.uk/jobs/search

The @MotherTongues Award opens on 1st Nov. They’re offering a £10k development for films set in the UK, and a different language. Run by @ShudderFilms, @ManonArdisson & @ColdAsIceCream – three of the most exciting UK indie film producers. Deets at: mother-tongues-films.co.uk

The @bfinetwork are looking for new script readers. Finding script reading work is often a giant hurdle for people trying to break into development, so it’s fantastic to see the BFI Network taking the lead here and opening it up to a wider talent pool - bfijobsandopportunities.bfi.org.uk

The @FilmarketHub are launching a new international screenwriting contest for English language feature films. Cash awards, the chance to pitch at their next Pitchbox even & feedback from leading prod companies. Deadline 21st Dec - filmarkethub.com/calls/film-con…

The @newdiorama Artistic & Executive Director @mrdavebyrne is looking for an Assistant for the next two months. Deadline is 10am Monday 2nd November. So make sure to get your applications in quick. More details on the image

The @Hamps_Theatre are looking for new scripts to read. If you’ve got a full length play that has yet to performed and you think would be fab for a modern audience then check out - hampsteadtheatre.com/about-us/open-…

Scratch nights with @ScriptsandCo will be back on the 17th Nov. For your chance to take part submissions are open until noon on 11 Nov of original 5-10 minute scripts featuring at least one location, character and prop from a choice of three of each! bbc.in/3eroX1I

There's only one more week to enter the Alfred Bradley Bursary Award for writers from northern England who are new to Radio/Audio Drama. £5k bursary and a potential
@BBCRadio4 commission. Deadline 5pm on Friday 6th November 2020 bbc.in/34l3zJZ

Channel 4 are on the look out for a new Comedy Commissioner to find commission new scripted series from both new and established talent. Deadline is 11th Nov, Full Deets - 4people.secure.force.com/recruit/fRecru…

The award winning Xbox Studios & creators of Forza Horizon @WeArePlayground are looking for a lead scriptwriter for their new open world RPG, Fable - playground-games.com/careers/o0d4cf…

The lovely @commapress & @McrWritingSchl have been running the National Creative Writing Conference this week. Several talks on meeting literary agents, how publishers work with you as an author, pitching, etc are online for free - youtube.com/user/MrCommapr…

Hollywood legends @RealImagine & @netflix have teamed up in search of female led thrillers by upcoming writers. Get in quick, deadline is 1st Nov. impactcreativesystems.com/netflix

The #PainkillerProject from @BitterTheatre is open from Mon 2nd Nov til Thursday 5th 10pm. Two winning writers will receive £150 each and have their short scripts produced for the #PainkillerPodcast. Visit bitterpilltheatre.com for more info.

Sky Writes is a new talent development programme from @SkyStudios & @NewWritingNorth aimed at writers from under-represented backgrounds. They're looking for 3 writers in residence & 3 coordinators in #Gateshead, #Blackpool & #Rotherham
newwritingnorth.com/vacancies/ Closes 6 Nov

Wow, @theblcklst and Google Assistant have teamed up to launch the 2020-2021 Black List and Google Assistant Storytelling Fellowship. Five writers will each receive $20k and retain ownership of the feature or TV pilot they create during the Fellowship thr.cm/LZcNTn2

The @theblcklst have also created the first ever Muslim List for Muslim Screenwriters in collaboration with @mpac_national & @pillars_fund. Both features & TV Pilots are eligible. More details at: blcklst.com/help/category/…

The Michael Collyer Memorial Fellowship in Screenwriting founded by @WGINYC and the King Family Foundation are looking for US writers between 18 to 25. The winner receives $10k and mentoring from a prominent writer. Opt-in deadline 27th Nov - blcklst.com/help/category/…

The @ace_national are on the hunt for a new Relationship Manager to join their London Theatre team on a part-time basis. You'll be responsible for giving funding advice, assessing grant applications and monitoring performance. Apply by Sun 8 Nov > isw.changeworknow.co.uk/arts_council_e…

One for the Welsh filmmakers. @FfilmCymruWales
& @BFINETWORKWales help emerging filmmakers to take the next step in their career by supporting training, shadowing or mentoring costs up to £6k through their Horizon Fund. ffilmcymruwales.com/funding-and-tr…

The lovely folks over at @galdemzine & @guardian have teamed up to launch a new writing competition around the theme of "conversations" aimed at black women & non-binary writers aged 16 - 21. Deadline 9th Nov. More details available at - theguardian.com/media/2020/oct…

The @RealLennieJames will be chatting to @BAFTA at 7:30pm, on 11th November about his incredible career, including writing Storm Damage and creating his Sky drama Save Me. Sign up for free on the following link: events.bafta.org/event/view.php…

As part of @casarottoramsay monthly writer surgeries, Rachel Taylor & @imogen_sarre are hosting a Zoom Q&A for emerging playwrights. The 1st session is at 7pm, on the 17th Nov. If interested please email [e-mail] about joining the session.

A fantastic opportunity to join @graeae, a world-class theatre that proudly champions deaf & disabled actors, as Artist Development Administrator to support a bold initiative to connect artists & venues across the UK. Deadline: 5 Nov, 10am - graeae.org/about/recruitm…

Award-winning poet @NickMakoha has launched the @ObsidianFdn & poetry retreat to support the development of black poets by offering access to literary resources, professional development, & opportunity to network with agents, influencers, and publishers.
obsidianfoundation.co.uk

There's a new online mentoring & development programme from @b3media to help support emerging BAME storytellers working on screen based media (digital or film) navigate their way through Covid. Deadline is 10th Nov. More details available - b3media.net/b3-origin

One for the interactive/multi-media storytellers out there. @AiCharisma are running an interactive story competition with a $150 prize and promotion on their Story App. Full details are - charisma.ai/blog/announcin…

For any @WFTV_UK members there's a ton of new events & talks to look out for. For any non-members, WFTV is open to women working in the UK creative media. Annual membership is £100+VAT if you live within the M25, and £50+VAT if you live outside that - wftv.org.uk

There's a free talk on applying for the Pat Llewellyn Bursary (£10K towards developing a factual or entertainment based project) open to both members & non-members of @WFTV_UK You can register your interest at - wftv.org.uk/calendar/every…

The @networkfhse are hosting a free Short Film Development Programme aimed at writers in the South East of the UK. Over four months you work with industry experts to develop a script. Deadline 29th Nov - independentcinemaoffice.org.uk/training/film-…

The first event for @WFTV_UK Short Film strand is on 6-7pm, 10th Nov. It will be a conversation between @seizethedaisy & @keiramalik in what promises to be an incredible talk about writing & developing your story. Full details at - wftv.org.uk/calendar/wftv-…

The @JerwoodArts have opened a new fund of £660k to help support live arts in the UK. Up to £20k is available for Professional Development & Support to help you for 12 months. Full details - jerwoodarts.org/opportunities/…

For those who love the Yorkshire Dales. @emmerdale is looking for a new Editorial Assistant to help the script team to put together the episodes. Deadline is the 9th November, so get in quick for a fantastic role and stepping stone into development - itvjobs.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/editorial…

Wow what an incredible scheme from @BFINETWORKWales & @FfilmCymruWales where their Connector fund offers support for both individuals & organisations to set up their own training networks for emerging filmmakers. Deadline is 26th November - ffilmcymruwales.com/funding-and-tr…

This year @creativeengland "Creative Coalition" Conference is free for all to attend. It's 3 days of ground-breaking discussions, immersive live performances and enhanced networking opportunities that you can attend from the comfort of your own home creativecoalitionfestival.com/be-there/

In addition to looking for readers for the @bfinetwork, the @BFI are also looking for script readers for their main film fund. Deadline is 13th November. Full breakdown & job spec - bfijobsandopportunities.bfi.org.uk

The @MiniverTheatre are back with their Minute Monologue Challenge. This time they're looking for 60 second monologues around the theme of the "unfamiliar". Deadline 23rd November. More details on their website.

Duly Noted is a fantastic new script editor training programme by @ElevenFilm, makers of #SexEducation. They're looking for aspiring script editors who are POC.

Deadline is the 9th December. All the details are on their website - elevenfilm.com/duly-noted/

It's that time of year every #writer eagerly awaits... @bbcwritersroom will be opening their DRAMA and COMEDY script window from the 7th December, until Wednesday 6th January.

Time to get polishing your scripts! #amwriting

bbc.co.uk/writersroom/op…

To help give your writing a boost during #NaNoWriMo, the lovely @simon_wroe & top industry agency @cbcreative are running a FREE 3 week #CBCMiniCourse to help you hone your storytelling craft.

Full details - curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/mini-creative-… #amwriting #WritingCommunity

Oh my, @ace_national are looking for a Head of Editorial. This sounds like an amazing opportunity for a writer who can transform complex information & ideas into a clear message.

Deadline - 22nd Nov
Full details - isw.changeworknow.co.uk/arts_council_e…

Spark @writementor @aishabushby is offering to mentor an author of colour for free on a rolling basis. Applicants need to send a summary of the story & writing sample.

Deadline: 30th Nov
Full details: write-mentor.com/2020/11/11/fre…

Anyone who submits their script by 15th November for @ShoreScripts 2020 Fiction Podcast will be entered into a prize draw to win a 1 year subscription to @hearluminary.

Full Details: shorescripts.com/podcast

The team over at @LIFTfestival are looking for a new Head of Development & Creative Producer to help take them tell the next chapter on a tremendous 40 year legacy.

Deadline is 30th November. Full details: liftfestival.com/join-the-team-… #artsjobs

Do you have a literary project that needs funding? @RSLiterature #LiteratureMatters Awards are now open for submissions.

Deadline: 7th December
Full details: rsliterature.org/rsl-literature… #writerslift #WritingCommunity

The @SpareRoomProj are offering free online chats about the publishing industry and advice on breaking in.

You can apply via: thespareroomproject.co.uk/apply-spare-zo…

#WorkInPublishing #writerslift

There's still time to apply for a Runner position at @ITG_Ltd. A tremendous opportunity to join one of the world's leading talent agencies and learn first hand the ins & outs of the entertainment world.

Deadline is the 17th Nov, so get in quick!
Details: independenttalent.com/employment-opp…

The @ActShowcase are looking for scripts to be performed by actors over the age of 40. Either 1 Act plays or 4-6 part radio series.

Deadline: 18th December
Full Details over on @bbcwritersroom: bbc.co.uk/writersroom/op…

BBC daytime stalwart Doctors is recruiting for several editorial roles, including script editing & researching. A fantastic opportunity if you're looking to break into drama.

Full details: careerssearch.bbc.co.uk/jobs/search

BBC Wales is looking to expand their pool of Welsh speaking Assistant Script Editors.

Full details: careerssearch.bbc.co.uk/jobs/job/IsOly…

The @theatredeli are looking for an Artistic Director and Co-Ceo to help shape and lead the activities in the future.

Deadline: 28th December
Full Details: theatredeli.co.uk/blog/artistic-…
#artsjobs

The legendary TIFF Writers Studio is open for applications. Canadian & International screenwriters are invited to apply to @TIFF_Industry to help you take the next step in your career.

Deadline: 18th Dec
Full Details: tiff.net/industry-write…
#Amwriting #WritingCommunity

A gold dust-like opportunity to join @BBCFilm as a Development Executive/Assistant Commissioner to help develop and nurture the next generation of British storytellers.

Deadline: 7th December
Full Details: careerssearch.bbc.co.uk/jobs/job/Assis…
#artsjobs #FilmJobs

One for writers in South Africa, Kenya and Nigeria. The @realresidency have teamed up with @netflix to offer a four month residency to develop projects as part of the Episodic Content Development Lab.

Details on their website: realness.institute
#WritingCommunity

Calling all writers the next @BAFTA #GuruLive is with Head of @bbcwritersroom Anne Edyvean, multi-BAFTA winning writer Peter Bowker, BBC Drama Senior Commissioning Editor Manda Levin & actor/writer Isis Davis to chat about working with writers.

events.bafta.org/event/view.php…

The #MTFestUK returns in 2021 and they want to support new musicals. They'll be championing a whooping 8 new musicals.

Deadline; 30th November
Full Details: @PaulTaylorMills twitter page/ [e-mail]

Womxn writers looking for an agent make sure to check out @casarottoramsay writers surgery with @BAFTACymru winner @KayDLlew & agents Abby Singer and @emmaobank. To book a spot email - [e-mail] telling them a bit about yourself and your work.

#WritingCommunity

The Circle of Confusion Fellowship has launched to support diverse voices. Details on their entry requirements in the image and link below.

Deadline: 5th January
Details: circleofconfusion.com/fellowship/
#WritingCommunity #WritersLift #Screenwriters

There's a great article from @PhilipShelley1 who runs @Channel4's Screenwriting course on his top tips for making sure your script is in the best possible shape to apply to @bbcwritersroom.

bbc.co.uk/blogs/writersr…
#Screenwriters #WritingCommunity #WritersLift

The Jo Unwin Literary Agency are looking for a new agency assistant. A brilliant opportunity for someone to join a lovely agency founded by @jounwin.

Deadline: 5pm, 30th November
Full details: jounwin.co.uk/jobs/
#artsjobs

. @LauriDonahue has created a BRILLIANT list of #writing opportunities over at - lauridonahue.com/resources/a-cu… Well worth a read #writerslift #screenwriting

The @hopemilltheatr1 are running their first Playwrighting Prize of £5,000, a full staging of the play & mentorship from BAFTA nominated @JOJEHARVEY. There's only a few days left to apply so don't miss out.

Deadline: 27th Nov
Full details: hopemilltheatre.co.uk/through-the-mi…
#writerslift

The @thetvfoundation New Voice Awards are now open for 2021. With @all3media New Script categories are aimed at new writers without representation or credits.

Deadline: 25th Jan 2021
Full Details: thetvfestival.com/talent-schemes…

The @bbcstudios & @ThousandFilmsTV have teamed up to launch the "A Thousand Stories" writing competition for BAME writers without an agent. The winner will receive mentoring, paid development support for their idea

Deadline: 15th December
Full details: thousand-stories.co.uk

The Arvon Award offers one prose writer based in the North of England the chance to undertake an @arvonfoundation residential creative writing course.

Enter at: northernwritersawards.com/enter/
Deadline: 18th Feb

#WritingCommunity #writerslift #NaNoWriMo

Apply for the TLC Free Reads Scheme to receive an in-depth editorial report from @TLCUK & a £500 bursary. Open to poets & prose writers based in the North of England. Note you can only enter 1 other award.

Deadline: 18th Feb
Enter at: northernwritersawards.com/enter/
#writerslift

The @WordFactoryUK Northern Apprentice Award offers a bursary of £1000, eight months of mentoring with
@cg_menon and support from the Word Factory to a writer of a single short story based in North of England.

Deadline: 18th Feb
Apply at: northernwritersawards.com/enter/
#writerslift

The Sid Chaplin Award, in partnership with @nclroblib @northlitagency, supports writers of fiction & narrative non-fiction from working class backgrounds. The winner receives £2k, a package of development support & a retreat at @emblefarms

Details: northernwritersawards.com/enter/

The @NorthumbriaUni Student and Alumni Award, worth £2000, for fiction or poetry, is open to final-year students and recent graduates of the university in any discipline.

Deadline: 18th Feb
Details: northernwritersawards.com/enter/
#writerslift #WritingCommunity

The Northern Debut Awards offer structured developmental support and a £2k bursary to writers of fiction, young adult fiction, narrative non-fiction or poetry who are yet to publish a full-length work.

Deadline: 18th Feb
Details: northernwritersawards.com/enter/

An additional Northern Debut Award will be made in memory of the writer Andrea Badenoch. The award is open to debut writers over 42 who self-identify as women or non-binary. They will receive support and a £2k bursary.

Deadline: 18th Feb
Details: northernwritersawards.com/enter/

One winner of the @NewWritingNorth @Channel4
Writing for Television Awards will develop an original TV drama project with @Bonafide_Films. They will also receive a £3k bursary to support their work.

Deadline: 18 February
Details: northernwritersawards.com/enter/

The Hachette Children’s Novel Award is open to debut children’s writers based in the North of England with a full-length manuscript. There's a £5000 prize and a guarantee of publication with the incredible @HachetteKids

Full Details: northernwritersawards.com/enter/ Deadline: 18th Feb

The #NorthernWritersAwards are open to writers of fiction, narrative non-fiction, YA, graphic novels, short stories & poetry. Supported by @NorthumbriaUni & @ace_national.

Full Details: northernwritersawards.com/enter/ Deadline: 18th February
#writerslift #WritingCommunity

@HollyCarr89

The @Waterloofestiv are looking for an Artist-in-Residence to help create a programme of creative and wellbeing activities for homeless and vulneravle people.

Deadline: 1st Dec
Full details: waterloofestival.com/post/artistinr…
#artsjobs

The @PapatangoTC New Writing Prize is open for 2021. It's being run in partnership with @ETTtweet where 3 UK/ROI writers will win £2000, audio production & digital publication! All entries get feedback.

Deadline: 7th Feb
Details: bbc.co.uk/writersroom/op…

The @slacklineprodu2 are accepting submissions for Slackline Sleepover. Overnight and online they’ll showcase the best new short plays, written by female playwrights.

Deadline: 13 December
Full details: bbc.co.uk/writersroom/op…
#writerslift #writingcommmunity #playwright

It's that time of the year where @bushtheatre opens its script window. Open to UK/ROI writers without an agent. They're after full length plays. Two writers will also be offered places in their Emerging Writers Group too!

Deadline: 10th Jan
Full Details: bushtheatre.co.uk/artists/submis…

The @SaqiBooks are looking for a new Publicity & Marketing Manager. Chance to join a critically acclaimed publisher & work with exceptional writers.

Deadline: 8th Jan
Full details here: saqibooks.com/careers/
#publishingjobs #artsjobs

The @LitWales have launched a Professional Development Programme for Writers of Colour based in Wales. The programme includes £2,450 bursary, mentoring & masterclasses. 12 places available.

Deadline: 4th Dec
Details: literaturewales.org/our-projects/p…
#WritingCommunity #writerslift

Last chance to enter the Sunday Times Audible Short Story Award. Submit a story up to 6,000 words. Open to any writer who has been published in the UK or Ireland.

Deadline: 4th December
Details: shortstoryaward.co.uk/awards/2021/
#writingcommunity #writerslift

Calling all comedy #writers. The @BCGPro & @babycowLtd, the prod company behind comedy legends Alan Partridge, Gavin & Stacey, Red Dwarf & many more are looking for the next great sitcom/dramedy.

Deadline: 28th Feb
Link: comedy.co.uk/pro/opportunit…
#screenwriter #WritingCommunity

There's 48 hours left to apply for the South Asia Literary Mentorship. Set up by @soniafaleiro. 18 writers will receive mentoring & support on their project. All mentoring via Zoom & open to #writers anywhere in South Asia.

Full details: soniafaleiro.wixsite.com/southasiaspeaks
#writingcommunity

The @ThickSkinTweets are searching for a #writer in Greater Manchester to collaborate with Artistic Director Neil Bettles to create an innovative new digital project. Paid opportunity.

Deadline: 18th Dec
Full Details: thickskintheatre.co.uk
#writingcommunity #writerslift

The @nvrchuk are looking for writers of colour to join their new Associate Writers Scheme.

Deadline: 18th Dec
Full details: nvrch.com/opportunities
#writingcommunity #writerslift

The @LyricBelfast are accepting submissions for their New Playwrights Programme 2021. Each writer will receive £1k bursary and support to develop their play.

Deadline: 11th Jan
Full Details: lyrictheatre.co.uk/new-writing-ly…
#writingcommunity #writerslift