Looking to hire a script writer?

Even the best ideas fall flat without strong structure and storytelling. That’s why I love what I do.

If you have a story idea but don’t where to begin, are a production company looking for new eyes on your script, or a commissioner looking to develop original projects… welcome. I’m an experienced comedy and drama script writer ready to originate or enhance new projects.

Let’s collaborate on your script

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What does a scriptwriter do?

I work in the language of ideas. A story that doesn’t land is a missed opportunity. A script is an intentional sequence of moments, designed to move its audience. If that script lacks story structure, clarity, or rhythm, it won’t connect with its audience. That’s why I love what I do. I shape scripts that keep people watching, laughing, and feeling.

What you get when you work with me as a scriptwriter

Storytelling, structure, and dialogue expertise.

A script that works

I write scripts on commission and offer coaching to support writers.

A process built for you

Comedy, drama, and everything in between - written with nuance.

A script writer who gets it

What type of scripts can I help you with?

  • Screenplays for TV series, feature films, and documentaries

  • Audio scripts for podcasts and radio. 

  • Playscripts, theatre and musical theatre librettos

  • Short-form video scripts for YouTube, corporate, brand and cause-led campaign videos.

I know how daunting it can feel to take a script from idea to blank page to production. It can feel impossibly daunting. I bring my expertise to every project, making sure each stage is given the attention it deserves in order to develop compelling, seamlessly structured, and performance-ready scripts.

I bring

15+ years of diverse experience across the creative industries.

acclaimed theatre, TV, and audio script writing experience.

a specialism for dialogue and story development.

a commitment to inclusive, LGBTQ+, and working-class narratives.

10+ years of commercial script writing for high-end brands and causes.

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How it works

Discover

We’ll book in a call to explore, expand, and let the idea breathe. We dig into the world of the story, unearthing its characters, themes, and hidden gems. It’s about asking big questions, embracing possibilities, and making sure the heart of the piece is beating strong before we start shaping it. We need to be specific about the brief so we can ensure we’re meeting it at every step of the process. 

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Define

This is where the script starts to take shape. I give the idea structure, sculpt the story’s spine, map its beats, and sharpen its intent. This stage is about clarity, refining the concept into something strong, coherent, and ready to take shape in script form. Every choice is purposeful, every moment has weight. This process ends with the first draft, and a call to discuss the next steps.

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Refine

Based on feedback from the first draft, we road-test dialogue, fine-tune rhythm, and make tough calls about what stays and what goes. My services come with two rounds of tweaks as standard, ensuring the script is tight, compelling, and production or rehearsal-ready.

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How much does it cost to hire a scriptwriter?

Every script is different, so I offer pricing based on scope and complexity, see below for an indication of fees. I also provide coaching if you want support in turning your idea into a script. To find out if you’d benefit from writer coaching, click here.

Short-form scriptwriting

Available from

£495

For scripted projects 60 seconds or less.

Includes:

  • Commercial and TVC

  • Corporate Video

  • Branded Content

  • YouTube Scriptwriting

Payable on confirmation of booking

Mid-length scriptwriting

Popular

Available from

£1495

For scripted projects under 10 minutes.

Includes:

  • Documentary

  • Podcast

  • Short plays

  • Short screenplays

Payable on confirmation of booking

Long-form scriptwriting

Available from

£4495

For scripted projects over 10 minutes.

Includes:

  • TV

  • Feature film screenplays

  • Full-length plays

  • Musical Theatre Librettos

Payment plans available.

Let’s collaborate on your script

Schedule a free call

Or write to me about your project, click here.

Reviews & Press

  • “There’s a sweet sort of sadness to this one, it is the sense of pathos amidst the daftness that gives this story an edge.”

    BAFTA Rocliffe Jury on my winning entry

  • "a thoughtful, subtle exploration of how to present trauma and grief on stage; an audience giving a moment of time and finding a little glimmer of beauty within."

    — Tim Bano, The Stage

  • “...clever concept musical, featuring interrelated stories... the best episodes are written by Freya Slipper or Doug Crossley... ”

    — Patricia Nicol, Sunday Times Culture

  • “Echoes of Edward Bond and Joe Orton... an excellent, thought-provoking piece of theatre”

    — British Theatre Guide

  • "brutal and funny in turns with a burning, plangent heart”

    Alexi Kay Campbell

When you want to hire a scriptwriter

Finding the right person takes time and effort. You need someone who understands structure, storytelling, and what makes a script land. I know how important it is to get it right - not just on the page, but how it feels, flows, and connects with an audience. That’s why I only ever work on a select number of scriptwriting projects at any given time, because I like to provide them with the time and creative space in my mind that they need. If what you’ve seen here resonates with you, or if you have any questions, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s have a conversation, see if we have that creative chemistry, and figure out what your project needs.

Frequently asked questions

  • A screenplay writer develops scripts for projects that are ultimately meant for the screen. At its core, their job is to translate story, character, and action into a cinematic format—crafting dialogue, structuring scenes, and shaping the flow of a narrative. They might work from an existing story or develop something original, ensuring that characters are built through action that works visually. Beyond the script itself, a screenplay writer is often involved in developing treatments, pitch decks, and story bibles to help bring a project to life.

  • My personal sweet spot is work that asks, is that tragically sad or really funny? I love to imbue scripted projects with rich characters, authentic dialogue, and intelligent story development and structure. That’s true whether you want pure comedy, stand-alone drama, or that magic that happens when you blur the line between the two. In my experience, though, no genre of film wouldn’t benefit from strong story structure, and characters being rooted in their humanity and humour. So, if your project intrigues me, it’s likely I will want to help you write it as well as it can be written.

  • I provide bespoke learning options to support where you’re currently at with your scriptwriting process. That includes script consultancy, coaching, and a bespoke training offering that I have a limited number of places on. The best way to find out more is to drop me a message and let me know where you’re at, and we can talk about how I can help you.

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