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Kaleigh has over 18 years of experience in both scripted and unscripted content. Her work has appeared on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and Netflix, and she has collaborated with companies such as Hello Sunshine, NBCUniversal, and Orion Pictures—contributing across script, art, and production. A festival-winning filmmaker, she was named a Finalist at the 2025 Atlanta Film Festival for her pilot Work-Life Balance. She is also the founder of Bokeh Pictures, where she helps creators shape compelling scripts, worlds, and pitch materials. Kaleigh holds a BFA in Screenwriting, a BFA in Directing, and an MFA in Television Writing. While she has previously developed and taught courses such as Intermediate Screenwriting, The Indie Television Writers’ Room, and Production Assistant Workshop at Point Park University, she has recently worked as the Script Coordinator for Tom Segura’s upcoming feature, El Tigre, and for Dianna Agron's feature as Script Coordinator & Supervisor, for The Gun On Second Street. She has developed a wide range of projects across genres in Unscripted, Mystery, Comedy, Sci-Fi, RomCom, and Drama spaces, with a focus on life milestone stories exploring identity, mental health, and transformation. Kaleigh helps filmmakers and writers through her company Bokeh Pictures — develop pitch materials, scripts, and worldbuilding strategies that help creators let their creativity run wild. She has worked with novelists, playwrights, filmmakers, and YouTubers. She has worked in programs such as Final Draft, FadeInPro, Writer's Duet, Microsoft Products, Google Workspace, PDF, and more.

Here to help take your script or idea to the next level! With a decade’s worth of experience as a script reader for companies such as The Black List, Andrew Lauren Productions, The Donners’ Company, Coverfly, Shore Scripts, and many more, I bring extensive knowledge of scriptwriting to any project. Working in development has allowed me to understand what makes a project stand out and how to get it to the point of selling. Whether that be editing your project, providing feedback, or adding my own writing to your idea, I will be happy to be a collaborative partner and add complete professionalism from start to finish. Having spent a long period of my career in development, I have shifted my focus more toward my own writing. This has allowed me to see tremendous success in my own projects, with my psychological thriller, THRESHOLD, ranking in the top lists on The Black List for the genre. It has received glowing reviews, calling it “hard to put down,” “leaves us on the edge of our seats,” and one reader stated that “Because this script is so well written, it feels as if it could be a strong calling card for the writer.” Outside of my own writing, I have also helped numerous clients ghostwrite and punch up their scripts. This work has spanned all different genres and mediums, from noir to comedy to thrillers and dramas, including work in TV, Film, Podcasts, and YouTube. I am a highly adaptable writer and have the right experience to make any project stand out. Feel free to reach out anytime with questions about rate or turnaround times. Thanks for reading, and I hope to work together soon!

WARNING: Past performance is not indicative of future results. I cannot guarantee media coverage of your business, organization, or cause. With that said, I’ve arranged media coverage of Taylor Swift’s casket (google it for more info); a restaurant’s $615,000 lawsuit against New York City (also easily found on google); and a barber who moonlights as a salami maker (yep, also on google). Since 2020, I’ve arranged over 200 earned media placements in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe (including two front page stories), the New York Post, CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, INSIDER, CNN, MSNBC, New York Magazine, Slate, A/V Club, NBC Nightly News, Fast Company, and dozens of other top-tier publications and outlets. DM me to have a 15 minute conversation about getting PR for your business - or better yet book a 30 minute consultation!

I am an award-winning screenwriter, story development consultant, and script analyst with more than a decade of professional experience helping writers, producers, and studios take projects from rough idea to production-ready script. I specialise in emotionally rich, character-driven stories for film, TV, audio drama, games, animation, and branded content. My work spans everything from contained indie dramas and true-story adaptations to animated explainers, murder mystery games, and high-concept genre pieces. Some quick credentials: • MA Screenwriting (Distinction, UWE) and BA Film Production (First Class, UCA) • Founder of Script Lighthouse, providing story development to clients worldwide • Script reader and analyst for organisations such as the BFI, ScriptUp, Script Studio, Unsolicited Scripts, The Pitch Film Fund, The Film Exchange, and Sheffield Global Cinema Festival • Experience with production companies including Wrong Dimension Productions, Moose Alley Films, Pood Studio, Red Amber, Soul Sentinel Productions, Tasnim Creates, Spiral Media, and more • Multiple awards, including Filmarket Hub’s Project of the Month and Best Screenplay at 48HFP Amsterdam On Upwork, I typically help clients with: • Script development and rewrites Taking a draft that is “almost there” and shaping it into a tighter, more emotionally satisfying script with clear structure, sharper dialogue, and stronger character arcs. • Script coverage and in-depth notes Professional reader-style reports covering premise, structure, character, theme, tone, pacing, dialogue, and market positioning, with precise, practical recommendations. • Book-to-screen adaptation Translating novels, memoirs, and true stories into cinematic screenplays or series bibles that preserve the heart of the original while working for screen. • Concept development and beat sheets Helping you clarify your idea, build a robust spine (logline, premise, theme, character journeys), and map out a scene-by-scene outline. • Explainer, animation, and e-learning scripts Crafting narrative-driven scripts and storyboards that make complex ideas clear, engaging, and visually playable for animation teams and clients. Clients often tell me they value my ability to: • Quickly understand what they are trying to say and why it matters • Offer honest but tactful feedback that respects their voice • Find solutions that are both creatively exciting and practically achievable • Bring a calm, organised, collaborative presence to the process Whether you need a full script, a page-one rewrite, detailed coverage on a draft, or a development partner to help shape a project over time, I would be happy to help. Send me a brief description of your project, what you are hoping to achieve, and where you are in the process, and we can work out the best way forward.

As a bilingual (English/Mandarin) content writer, editor and content marketing strategist, I help businesses and entrepreneurs capture attention, build trust and convert readers into loyal customers through compelling storytelling and strategies that convert. My approach is simple: storytelling + strategy = growth. I combine sharp, audience-focused writing with data-backed social media/SEO tactics to make sure your brand stands out in crowded feeds. Every piece I create is backed by thorough research and tailored to your brand’s voice, so you get content that not only informs but also inspires action. With a background in sociology and marketing, I bring unique insights into human behaviour and market trends, making me especially effective at writing on: - Social and environmental/sustainability issues - Marketing and promotional materials - Entrepreneurship and business strategy - Education and career advice - Lifestyle, such as food, health & wellness and gardening tips What I can deliver: - Social media strategy, planning and copywriting - Website content that attracts and converts - Blog articles that showcase thought leadership - Email campaigns & newsletters that drive engagement - Press releases & company profiles with impact - Business proposals & reports that persuade - Personal statements that stand out in applications I also offer professional editing and proofreading, built on years of experience as a book editor at John Wiley & Sons, and trusted by publishers like HarperCollins. Most recently, I was invited to work as an AI trainer on a variety of projects for major AI clients like Scale AI and Populii on data annotation and rating work, improving AI responses in the simplified Chinese language and comparing different AI models to determine which is better in terms of fulfilment, factuality, helpfulness, safety and presentation. If you’re looking for a partner to help you: ✅ Build an authentic online voice ✅ Turn content into leads and sales ✅ Create a social media presence that actually drives business results and builds your network ✅ Finetune your content, web copy or manuscript ✅ Improve AI-generated responses Send me a message or invite, and we can discuss how to bring your brand’s story to life.

"Daniel is a real pro. If you are looking for a top-notch editor, Daniel's your guy. He'll take good writing and make it great. He can go as detailed as you need. Very flexible." "Daniel is an exceptional writer! He is professional, detail-oriented, and puts a lot of passion into his work. Furthermore, we greatly appreciated his insightful ideas and suggestions." **Expert-Vetted Badge (top one percent on Upwork)** **Top-Rated Plus Badge** Dan here, What started as a hobby for writing comedy has transformed into an extensive career encompassing writing, editing, and proofreading as key responsibilities. Originally from Canada, I have lived in the UK for the past five years, which has given me extensive knowledge and experience writing and editing in both UK and US English across a variety of industries and subjects. To date, I have worked closely with several digital marketing agencies, independent clients, and businesses and managed skilled teams of writers across multiple continents. Writing and editing are how I make a living. I never miss a deadline and consistently deliver content that stands apart from the competition. That's not just me saying that — take a quick scroll through my work history to see what previous clients have said about my work. Copywriting | Editing/Proofreading | Scriptwriting (YouTube, Advertising) Website Writing | Speechwriting | Content/Sales | VSLs | Speechwriting (TED Talks, Keynote, Corporate, Wedding, etc.) Feel free to reach out with any questions. I look forward to helping you achieve your goals in the near future.