Screen

2023

Doctors: Dear Mum
– Broadcast on BBC1 at 1.45pm on Thursday 7th December.
– Watch on BBC iPlayer (28 minutes):

Doctors: Ring Fenced
– Broadcast on BBC1 at 1.45pm on Monday 24th April.
– Watch on BBC iPlayer (28 minutes):

2022

ZX
– Part of the ‘Script Sirens Presents: SPECTRUM‘ anthology.
– I wrote ZX, and also co-produced the full anthology with Annabel Brightling.
– Selected for Birmingham Film Festival and Film Maudit 2.0.
– Shortlisted for the Dumbo Film Festival 2023.
– Read the script.
– Complete film (3 minutes):

2020

At Your Disposal (short film), with co-writer Kayleigh Watson
– Episode 2 of the ‘Script Sirens Presents: #GoingViral‘ web series.
– Featured on the British Comedy Guide.
– Read the script.
– Complete film (7 minutes):

The End (short film)
– Featured at the Upload Virtual Festival on 27th and 28th June.
– Reviewed by Midlands Movies: “The film’s dialogue is the highlight here…”
– Complete film (2 minutes):

2019

Taking Back Control (short film), with director Joe Betteridge
– featured on the Midlands Film Archive.
– Read the script.
– Complete film (10 minutes):

2018

The Endless Village (surreal comedy drama), with art collective General Public
– Shown at Aspex, Portsmouth (April to May) and Eastside Projects, Birmingham (June to July).
– Read an extract from the script.
– Trailer (3 mins):

2017

The Art of Travel (short film), with director Oliver Clark
– Nominated for Best Local Film at the Birmingham Film Festival 2018.
– Screened at Birmingham Film Festival on 20th November 2018.
– Read the script.
– Complete film (10 mins):

2016

Next Stop L.A. (short film), with LAITO Media
– Finalist in the Film 48 competition.
– Read the script.
– Complete film (4 minutes):

The Reason I Shop Online (short film), with LAITO Media
– Won the Audience Choice Award in the SF48 short film competition.
– Read an article about our win.
– Read the script.
– Complete film (4 minutes):

2002-2015

– Worked with composer Michael Wolters as collaborator and performer on a number of video projects including ‘Neighbours for a Night’ (2004), ‘Sing, sing!’ (2008) and ’Black Forest Magic’ (2009).

1995-2002

– Scripted filmed inserts and studio links for shows such as ‘Jobfinder’ (Central Television), ‘Housecall’ (BBC1), ‘Open Minds’ (BBC2), ‘Children in Need’ (BBC1 regional) and ‘The Tatton Park Flower Show’ (BBC2) and ‘Mega Mela’ (BBC Asian Network).
– Scripted educational material (audio and video) on Art History, Healthcare, Engineering and Business for the Open University and Birmingham City University.

1992-1995

– Member of GTV, Birmingham University’s student television station.
– Involved in the production of such legendary gems as late night magazine show ‘Extension 249′, surreal soap opera ’41 Tiverton Road’ and numerous short films. Sadly, far too much video evidence survives, but it shall not be shared here, so you can stop asking.

Here’s some of the feedback I’ve had:

“Alex is very collaborative, happy and willing to respond to notes and always ready with a new idea when needed. She understands the practicalities of production, is always positive, and writes strong dialogue in dynamic and engaging scenes. Alex is a creative, responsive and enthusiastic writer who would be an asset to any project.”
– Matt Anderson, script editor

“I thought your scene structure was brilliant, the voices were on point, and the depth / emotional heart of the story really punched through.”
– Shannon Britton, development editor

“You have a very infectious personality and a wonderful passion for storytelling.” 
– Kathleen Beedles, executive producer

“Alex is a fantastically focused writer, who was extremely easy to work with. She takes notes on board and has excellent creative solutions to problems. She also has a wealth of ideas with great dramatic potential.”
– James Gillam-Smith, screenwriting coach

“The world Alex helped create held together the story, keeping the reader’s attention right from the start. Alex embraces every opportunity and relishes the chance to dive straight into new concepts and scenarios, researching every angle, bringing realism and creativity together into a perfect blend. Alex is clearly a talented writer, but her strength is in how she can challenge a story, a scene, characters and their motives by offering alternative options.” 
– Pam Shoker-Texeira, producer

“The characters are all distinctive, and they spring off the page with great vitality. The conflicts between these two worlds – and within them – are woven skilfully into a story that keeps us entertained, engaged, and, ultimately, uplifted.”
– Ian Long, script consultant

“I’ve worked with Alex on numerous occasions including both short films and dramas. As a writer she is brilliant at working to a brief, creating stylish scripts that carry the story both entertainingly and effectively. She works well with constraints, telling stories in simple yet powerful ways.”
– Oli Clark, director