Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Industry Engagement
Timeline
Generic

Sofiya Sujad - Writer | Producer | Programs and Events Coordinator

London,United Kingdom

Summary

Award-winning screenwriter and film graduate from London Film School with 7+ years' experience producing cultural and branded events and live entertainment across India, alongside a strong foundation in storytelling for screen. Adept at translating complex cultural narratives into visually rich live and filmed experiences. Known for blending creativity with sharp production skills, from pitch to delivery. Looking to bring this dual expertise to roles spanning development, production, or creative programming across film, education and marketing sectors.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Creative Producer

Self Employed
10.2017 - Current
  • Scripted and produced over 30 cultural and branded live entertainment productions and events, focusing on storytelling and narration.
  • Produced 20+ large-scale events for clients across film, literature, art and design, culture and hospitality with a 90% client retention rate and 75-98% press-pick up.
  • Developed and executed creative direction, budgeting, logistics, and on-site coordination for over 30 art projects. Slashed project budget for Tyaani by 63% while enhancing artistic vision and increasing brand engagement post-show.
  • Wrote and pitched project proposals and decks to brands, NGOs, and creative agencies
  • Digital Excellence Recognition (2019) - Indian Economic Trade Organisation


Screenwriter and Script Editor

Freelance
09.2023 - Current
  • Wrote and developed multiple award-winning original screenplays and teleplays, recognised at global film festivals and 2, a feature and short currently in pre-production.
  • Platinum Award Winner, Independent Shorts Awards, LA (2025), Quarterfinalist, BlueCat TV Writing Competition (2025)

Production Assistant

Eternity Entertainment
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Supported story development and pre-production planning for over three projects, including a feature length screenplay and adverts
  • Managed production logistics, script formatting, and coordinated communications across teams.

Features Writer

Metro India
05.2014 - 09.2016
  • Wrote film reviews, cultural commentary, artist profiles and interviewed unsung achievers, ranking among the top 10% most-read lifestyle pieces on the platform.
  • Applied strong grammatical accuracy and tone sensitivity across multiple article formats

Education

Master of Arts - Screenwriting

London Film School - University of Warwick
London
09.2023 - 09.2024

Skills

  • Script Development & Visual Storytelling
  • Cultural Event Production & On-Ground Coordination
  • Branded Content & Deck Creation
  • Cross-Cultural Programming & Artist Liaison
  • Copywriting Budgeting Pitching
  • Critical Film Analysis and Reviews

Accomplishments

  • Meena/Battered Fish, Platinum Award Winner, Independent Shorts Awards LA, June 2025
  • The Other L-Word, Quarterfinalist, BlueCat TV Writing Competition, 2025
  • An Intrusion, Award Winner, Voices of Women Short Film & Script Festival, New York, 2025
  • Thief, Pre-Selection, Barcelona Audio Visual Talent Week, 2024

References

References available upon request.

Industry Engagement

Regularly attend film festivals,  premieres and screenings organised by BAFTA, BFI, Vue,  Cine Lumiere, Raindance, and other independent film organisations. Active networker within the British TV and film space.

Timeline

Screenwriter and Script Editor

Freelance
09.2023 - Current

Master of Arts - Screenwriting

London Film School - University of Warwick
09.2023 - 09.2024

Production Assistant

Eternity Entertainment
09.2022 - 07.2023

Creative Producer

Self Employed
10.2017 - Current

Features Writer

Metro India
05.2014 - 09.2016

Similar Profiles

Create profile
Sofiya Sujad - Writer | Producer | Programs and Events Coordinator