The Channel 4 and New Writing North Talent Development Partnership runs from 2022-2024 and will offer awards, script development, writers’ roadshows and workshops, and the formation of the Northern Talent Network.

The programme will identify and support new television writers from the North of England, with a particular focus on supporting writers from backgrounds that are currently underrepresented in the television industry.

Channel 4 Writing for Television Awards 2022

For 2022 there are three awards available. Writers can apply to work with Lime Pictures on the serial drama, Hollyoaks, and/or to develop original screenplays with Bonafide and Rollem Productions. You may apply for just one award or up to all three.

Winners will be offered:
• The unique chance to work closely with their production company on a long-term placement. The placement can take place in-person or virtually, or a combination of both, and we will discuss individual access requirements with the winning writers.
• A bursary worth £3000
• Mentoring support
• Access to the C4/NWN Northern Talent Network

Find out more here

Deadline: 11.59pm on Thursday, 17 March 2022

C4/NWN Script Development Programme

Writers shortlisted for the Channel 4 Writing for Television Awards will be invited for interview. Shortlisted writers who do not win an award will be invited to participate in the specially created C4/NWN Script Development Programme. Writers will be expected to demonstrate that they have a script that has the potential to benefit from participation in this programme.

Shortlisted writers will be offered:
• A £500 bursary.
• Five sessions in an online writing group. The group will be led by an experienced writer and focus on developing writing skills and working towards a longer piece of work.
• A feedback session with a producer or television writer.
• Access to the Northern Talent Network.