Breaking In - Cambridge Film Festival 2026

Establishing yourself as a professional screenwriter

Film and TV are tough, competitive industries – so how does an aspiring screenwriter get a foot in the door? Join us for a Q&A session with a panel of established industry experts who bring real-world experience to bear on this issue and many more. Expect raw truth, behind-the-scenes insights and practical tips – and possibly the occasional bizarre anecdote!

The session will be chaired by professional screenwriter and ARU lecturer Toby Venables, co-creator and co-writer (with Felicity Evans) of the BAFTA and BIFA-winning Netflix horror film His House (2020).