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Dashiell Finley

Santa Monica,CA

Summary

Professional screenwriter with strong storytelling abilities and knack for developing engaging narratives. Skilled in scriptwriting, character development, dialogue creation, and plot structuring. Known for collaborative spirit and adaptability, ensuring alignment with project goals and team dynamics. Reliable in delivering high-quality scripts that meet evolving production needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Story Analyst

Script Reader Pro
06.2018 - Current
  • Provided extensive coverage and notes on a variety of screenplays alongside fellow consultants such as Peter Briggs (Hellboy) and John McClain (Hummingbird).

Vertical Screenwriter

Snowball Digital
Los Angeles, CA
03.2024 - 08.2025
  • Developed original screenplays for diverse genres, enhancing storytelling and character development.
  • Collaborated with producers and directors to refine scripts, ensuring alignment with project vision.
  • Conducted thorough research on narrative themes, enriching content authenticity and depth.
  • Mentored junior writers, providing feedback and fostering creative growth within the team.

Vertical Writer

OhSoDrama
Los Angeles, CA
02.2024 - 08.2025
  • Developed engaging content for diverse formats, enhancing reader engagement and brand visibility.
  • Researched industry trends to inform writing strategy and maintain relevance in target markets.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on messaging and project objectives.
  • Edited and refined copy for clarity, coherence, and style consistency across publications.

Script Reader

BlueCat
06.2020 - 02.2024
  • Read, graded, and provided detailed coverage for entries to the prestigious BlueCat Screenplay Competition.

Creative Consultant

Merlin Entertainments
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Served as creative consultant for live stage performances based on Lego-branded content such as Ninjago and Monkie Kid.

Lead Writer

Magnetic Arts
12.2021 - 03.2022
  • Co-writer and story consultant for founder and CEO Norris Chumley's feature documentary Until You Are Loved, to be released in fall 2024.

Screenwriter

Anonymous Content
03.2019 - 03.2020
  • Co-wrote the screenplay adaptation of Tessa Fontaine's acclaimed memoir, The Electric Woman, published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Script Consultant

HBO Latin America
06.2018 - 03.2019
  • Carried out research and performed a top-to-bottom rewrite of the teleplay for the upcoming mini-series The American Guest, starring Aiden Quinn and Dana Delaney.

Development Assistant/Reader

CBS Television
12.2014 - 03.2016
  • Wrote extensive script coverage and analysis for development executive Jessica Shulman (Under The Dome).

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film/TV Production

NYU
New York, NY
05-2014

Skills

  • Screenwriting
  • Script Coverage & Analysis
  • Vertical Content Creation
  • Short-Form Episodic Writing
  • Final Draft Pro
  • Story Development
  • Script Consulting
  • Content Research
  • Project Management
  • Client Collaboration
  • Deadline Management
  • Entertainment Industry Knowledge

Timeline

Vertical Screenwriter

Snowball Digital
03.2024 - 08.2025

Vertical Writer

OhSoDrama
02.2024 - 08.2025

Creative Consultant

Merlin Entertainments
03.2023 - 09.2023

Lead Writer

Magnetic Arts
12.2021 - 03.2022

Script Reader

BlueCat
06.2020 - 02.2024

Screenwriter

Anonymous Content
03.2019 - 03.2020

Story Analyst

Script Reader Pro
06.2018 - Current

Script Consultant

HBO Latin America
06.2018 - 03.2019

Development Assistant/Reader

CBS Television
12.2014 - 03.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Film/TV Production

NYU
Dashiell Finley