Usman Mullan
Development Producer, BBC Writersroom North
Blog posts in total 10
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What Makes a Great Spec Script
With our Open Call submission window approaching, BBC Writersroom Development Producer, Usman Mullan has some valuable advice on what makes a great spec script.
Introducing the Drama Room writers for 2021-22
We're delighted to announce the sixteen writers who have been chosen to be part of our Drama Room writer development group 2021-22. They were selected following our last Open Call submission window which closed in January 2021.
New Voices - Success for Writers in BBC Childrens
The New Voices scheme was run by BBC Writersroom in partnership with BBC Childrens (CBBC and CBeebies) in 2020 and 2021. It has resulted in many successful outcomes for writers, as our Development Producer explains.
Writer Success in BBC Children's
Usman Mullan on why writing for kids is a great place for new writers and discusses some Writersroom successes with BBC Children's - with contributions from writers who have recently had commissions.
Asian Network Live Monologues
Usman Mullan on the development and production process of the Asian Network Live Monologues - 6 short comedy films made in Birmingham for Asian Network.
Class Dismissed Sketch Initiative 2017 - Top of the Class!
Find out which four writers have been selected for the Class Dismissed 2017 sketch initiative, to have their sketch produced for series 3.
A Catch Up with Steve Stamp - Co-writer and Star of BBC Three's hit comedy series, People Just Do Nothing!
An Interview with Steve Stamp, Co-creator, writer and star of BBC Three's hit comedy series People Just Do Nothing. Find out what makes the show so successful, the writing process and top tips for comedy writers.
Children's Drama: From Concept to Screen
Highlights from RTS North West 's children drama event with insights from the panel of experts. Find out the secrets of success behind hit brands, the opportunities and challenges of adaptations and the power of digital and 360 degree storytelling for kids.
The Break returns to BBC Three
The Break II returns to BBC Three with a series of 5 original short film monologues produced by BBC Writersroom and BBC Drama. Meet the five up-and-coming writers.
The Living and the Dead: Ashley Pharoah on the Writing Process
We caught up with Ashley Pharoah, Creator and Writer of the new BBC One drama series The Living and the Dead - he discussed the writing process, production challenges and his top tips for budding writers.
