Inspire Your Students to Dream, Believe, & Achieve with a BAFTA Award-Winning Scriptwriter
As a professional scriptwriter, I bring a wealth of experience and a passion for storytelling to your classroom. My goal is to advise, guide, and mentor students through a series of interactive and engaging sessions tailored to align with your Drama and/or English syllabus and student development programs for the forthcoming year.
Why Book My Sessions?
My sessions are designed to not only inspire but also equip students with practical tools to enhance their creativity and storytelling abilities. Each session is highly engaging and educational, leaving students motivated and empowered to achieve their ambitions.
What’s Included?
Dream & Believe
Motivational Personal Story (30-45 mins) Discover my journey from an ordinary working-class background to becoming an award-winning writer. This session inspires students to dream big and believe in their potential.
Achieve
- Narrative (30-45 mins) Learn how to craft compelling storylines with advice on the essentials of narrative structure.
- Character and Dialogue (30-45 mins) Explore techniques to develop distinctive characters and create engaging dialogue that resonates.
Workshop (90-120 mins)
Students, split into groups, will develop the opening pages of their very own sitcom. With a maximum of 35 students per workshop, I ensure ample time to mentor each group, providing hands-on guidance through the creative process.
- Table Read: A group table-read and discussion of the scripts created.
Q&A (Various)
An open session to discuss any aspect of composition, development, and production.
Why It Matters
As highlighted in the 2022 OFSTED Report: “English gives pupils access to the rest of the curriculum and is fundamental to their educational success. By studying literature, pupils’ eyes are opened to the human experience, and they explore meaning, ambiguity, as well as the beauty and power of language.”
My sessions reinforce these principles, helping students to develop proven and successful skills in storytelling and literary composition. This ensures that the concepts taught in the curriculum are not only understood but also practically applied in ways that ignite creativity and confidence.
Proven Impact
Supported by testimonials from staff and students, Phil’s presentations have demonstrated social and academic benefits for attendees. Recent feedback includes:
“BAFTA Award-winning Writer Inspires Students at Cronton Sixth Form.“
“Students consistently leave my sessions with newfound confidence, creativity, and a clear framework to pursue their own storytelling ambitions.” – Phil
Surprise Ending
Every presentation concludes with an exclusive photo opportunity for students with my actual BAFTA award — a memorable moment that inspires and motivates.
Current Rates
- Half-Day (2 Hours): £280
- Full Day (4 Hours, Recommended): £496
- Two Days: £816
- Travel Time: £50 per hour (Based in South Manchester)
- Overnight Accommodation: Up to £100 per night
Ready to Inspire Your Students?
Book now to bring this unique, hands-on experience to your school or college. Empower your students to Dream, Believe, and Achieve their ambitions in storytelling and beyond.
Personal
Phil gives us an insight into how he became passionate about writing and his journey from an ordinary working class background to becoming a BAFTA award winning writer.
Workshop
He creates and applies a practical framework where students are mentored in class to develop the first few pages of their brand new sitcom.
Narrative
Phil reveals his suggestions and the tips he uses to create interesting and compelling story lines.
Character & Dialogue
Participants are given advice on developing distinctive characters and exciting dialogue essential for good storytelling.
Q&A
Ask and Phil will tell all… well, nearly all…
More bespoke programmes can also be made available to best meet the needs of your students within the time they have available.
All sessions with Phil can be booked in session slots or as a full day, to suit your class or group schedule.