Matthew John Gunn

My lessons are structured for students interested in learning creative writing, film-making and developing their own material. This includes how to A) Structure your script or novel. Including 3act structure and alternative structure. Building character arcs. Key points and plot beats. B) Writing the first drafts to re-drafts and read-through. C) Creating a Pitch/Treatment and Concept Bible. D) How to sell your script or book from agents to producers, to legal contracts. These have been for students wanting to work in the industry, or, those who wish to develop ideas in their leisure.

The last two decades I have tutored writing workshops at University of London Birbeck, Bradfield College, Strodes Colleges, Guildford College, Queen Marys College Basingstoke, Theale Secondary School, and held both local workshops and online one-on -one tutoring. My lessons are for all ages and can be tailored to all levels. From MA, Degree, A Level, GSCE, to both adult and younger workshops. Anyone who wants help or guidance to to ignite their flair and ambition in creative writing and film-making.

As a commissioned writer and producer, I’ve had feature scripts produced and distributed through Sony Home Entertainment, 4 Digital Media, Vertical Entertainment, Archstone Entertainment, and Greenway Entertainment. Alongside award nominations at LA Neo Noir, LA Cinefest, Buffalo, Switzerland and London Portobello Road. Stage plays I’ve written have been performed across London, Surrey, and Europe, at venues including the Rhoda McGraw, New Victoria, and London Courtyard Theatre. As an author, I have four published books. You can find me listed on the film website IMDb as Matthew J Gunn.

Collaboration and commitment as a tutor is the key. With anyone who wants help or guidance to ignite their flair and ambition in creative writing and film-making. My motto to anyone looking to develop a story idea is ‘Never give up on your dreams. Believe in yourself, through dedication and hard work, you can achieve anything’.