CBBC is setting up an intensive, skills-based programme designed to give writers valuable insights into writing for an ongoing children's TV series, covering all stages of the scripting process with input from experienced writers, producers, script editors and executive producers. The aim is to find and support writers so they kickstart an ongoing relationship with the CBBC drama team. The project lasts around six months. Up to 15 writers will be invited to attend a 'Writing Children's Television' workshop at MediaCityUK next February. Travel, accommodation and hospitality will be provided and writers will be paid a workshop attendance fee. From this group, between 3-6 writers will be selected to follow the scripting process of a CBBC show as well as completing writing exercises. The emphasis at all times is on developing the practical craft of the participating writers, it is not to generate ideas for any particular show. It is imagined that there will be up to four days of face to face training during this period, alongside contact via email.
Writers wishing to apply need to demonstrate a level of professional experience in writing narrative drama but this need not be for children's television. It can include stage, radio, gaming and online as well as film and TV. Applicants, however, should not have written more than two hours of broadcast television. Writing will be considered from all stylistic genres, comedy and more serious drama.
CBBC recognises that diversity is vital for innovation and to reflect the modern audience. The dept encourages, particularly, applicants from areas that are currently under-represented at CBBC – female writers and/or writers from a diverse background including BAME writers, writers with a disability and LGBT writers.
The deadline for completed applications is January 12th, 2015.

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