Writer Opportunity: Birmingham Writer In Residence Scheme

BBC Writersroom is sponsoring a six month part time residency for a produced Birmingham writer, sharing their time between BBC Television Drama, BBC Radio Drama, and Birmingham Repertory Theatre (The REP). 

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to work on major dramas The Archers, Home Front and Doctors, as well as with Birmingham REP on their attachment scheme. 

Find full details of the scheme, including eligibility and how to apply - from the BBC Writersroom.

IN A NUTSHELL...

You could spend quality time with The REP, as well as:

• THE ARCHERS: Shadow the team, observe the recording studio, work with a producer and develop your own story pitch.

• HOME FRONT: Work with a lead writer, the producer and editor, pitch and develop your own episode and observe in the studio.

• DOCTORS: Shadow the filming and production process, working closely with the series’ producers. Contribute to several episodes of the serial, pitch and write an episode outline and receive feedback. 

KEY DATES...

• Opening date for submissions: Wednesday 2nd December 2015

• Closing date for submissions: Wednesday 6th January 2016 at 5pm

• Shortlisted writers notified: 25th - 27th January 2016

• Selected writers notified: Mid-February 2016

• Residency begins: Feb/March 2016 - TBC

Writers who are resident in Birmingham throughout 2016 should apply by submitting a script for stage, radio or screen, a CV and evidence of production (at any level) to The REP by 4th January 2016.