Zeb Hatfield
Creative Writer/Developer
Burns,KS
Summary
Innovative Lead Developer and Script Writer with ample World Building, Editing and Proofreading Experience.
8 years of industry experience with extensive story creation and execution knowledge. Resourceful handling of all stages of story development through public release.
Thoughtful attention to all customer and story guidelines/themes.
Excellent at brainstorming, collaborative creativity, and attention to details and deadlines.
Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style. Leverages creative development and high organizational skills to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with focus on results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Co-Creator, Script Writer, Lead Developer
Eric Weathers Studios
Wichita, KS
03.2017 - Current
- Developed new and unique take on L. Frank Baum's "Wonderful Wizard of Oz" which has been reconceived as dystopian, sci-fi/fantasy, action heavy Graphic Novel.
- Outlined, Developed, and Wrote 60-page script for volume #1 of this ongoing series.
- Assisted in marketing of project, which has currently raised nearly $100,000 in crowd funding.
- Battlebrickroad.com for page samples - PDF of script/final product furnished upon request.
Lead Developer, Script Writer
Experimental Aircraft Association
Oshkosh, WI
11.2016 - Current
- Outlined, developed, and scripted Adventures of Aviore comic book, issues #1-14.
- Built fictional world that encompasses thematic traits pertinent to EAA missional goals.
- Worked closely with Senior Editor and Artist to insure cohesive and highly engaging final product.
- Conducted online research to obtain relevant information and materials.
- Fact-Checked and vetted sources to maintain high informational integrity.
- Strengthened content through proofreading and editing.
- Wrote fun and engaging introductory copy for each issue which is aimed at promoting company's free flight program.
- All released comics available at aviore.org/aviores-adventures - PDF's of script/final product furnished upon request.
Script Writer and Developer
John Osborne Comics
Wichita, KS
01.2014 - 11.2021
- Expanded and rewrote Frankenaut, comedic and action oriented comic set in the far reaches of the galaxy.
- Edited and rewrote creator's initial short-form comic.
- Proofread copy written by creator to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
- Brainstormed ideas to create more cohesive and provacative content for client.
- Developed new characters, sequences, and thematic layers to solidify the tone of the story.
- Produced 80 pages of script for graphic novel edition of the book.
- Book to be released Aug. of 2022 - PDF of script/final book furnished upon request.
Education
Associate of Arts - Creative Studies
Butler College
El Doado, KS 08.2005 - 05.2008
Skills
World Building
Story Development
Script Writing
Collaborative Skills
Marketing
Maintaining Deadlines
Project Management
Timeline
Co-Creator, Script Writer, Lead Developer
Eric Weathers Studios
03.2017 - Current
Lead Developer, Script Writer
Experimental Aircraft Association
11.2016 - Current
Script Writer and Developer
John Osborne Comics
01.2014 - 11.2021
Associate of Arts - Creative Studies
Butler College
08.2005 - 05.2008