Resume

Country of Birth

Australia

Qualifications

• Masters in Writing (University of Technology, Sydney)
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Film and Television Production (Macquarie University)
• Bachelor of Arts in Professional Writing (University of Canberra)
• Scriptwriting (Australian Film, Television and Radio School, AFTRS)
• Script editing (AFTRS)
• Diploma in Business Management (Northern Beaches Community College)
• Certificate IV TAE WEA.

Experience

Gabiann is a highly experienced script- and story-writing consultant and lecturer. Besides working as tutor at SCC, she teaches screen arts and business at AFTRS (masters program), and likewise for the graduate program at JMC Academy. Gabiann has numerous broadcast credits in Australian television and film, having worked in this domain as a writer, story developer and script editor. She is currently lecturing at the AFTRS.

Achievements

Gabiann’s crowning achievements include:

• Winner International Script-SPECtacular award – Best original Pilot (2006), Best of the Best Award (2006)
• Winner – White Raven’s Award (Germany) for writing a book of international importance
• For more than 15 years, ran a successful business in writing and story development
• Broadcast credits include Channel Nine’s Twisted series.

Teaching Style

Known for her hands-on, practical, thought-provoking, conversational and informative teaching style, Gabiann is the tutor every aspiring writer looks for. Her classes aren’t for people who just want to sit back and follow the manual!

Something Unique

Says Gabiann: “I am… inspiring and inspired to create great stories and help writers reach their full potential.”