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Ada Twist, Scientist

Adapted from the popular children’s book series of the same name, Ada Twist, Scientist premieres on Netflix on 28th September, with one episode written by Liam Swann.

Alva’s World

Alva’s World launches today, Monday 6th September, on RTÉjr. Episodes by Shannon George and Danny Stack, and development by Kristina Yee.

Zebbie Awards

Congratulations to KPA clients Kristina Yee and Richie Conroy & Mark Hodkinson who are nominated in the kids and drama screenwriting categories in the Writer’s Guild of Ireland Zebbie Awards!

BBC Proms

Sian Ni Mhuírí wrote the narrative and directed the performer EM Williams for the BBC’s Family Prom on 29th August. You can see the full prom on BBC iPlayer here.

Gigantosaurus

Season 3 of Cyber Group Studios’ Gigantosaurus will premiere on Disney Junior and DisneyNOW on 9th August. Co-Head Writer: Shannon George.

KIFF

New animated series KIFF from South African creators and executive producers Lucy Heavens and Nic Smal is coming to Disney Channel in 2023. Read the announcement here.

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Neil Bennun
Anarchic, leftfield comedy episode and lead writer for bridge and 6+ animation
Messy Goes to Okido Series 1 & 2
Emma Boucher
Adorable and witty preschool and bridge comedy, excellent at STEAM subjects
Messy Goes to Okido (head writer), Love Monster, My Petsaurus (developed and lead writer), Go Jetters
Richard Brookes
Action comedy with heart and brain
Coconut the Little Dragon, Rusty Knight, Skatoony
David Chikwe
High-end, genre-twist, strong on diversity, teen and family, drama producer and writer
Eve (co-creator), Dumping Ground (writer)
Jo Clegg
Queen of quirky, warm, character-based bridge animation, as developer, lead and episode writer
Hey Duggee, Go Jetters, Pip & Posy
Richie Conroy
Cracking comedy with strong story bones for live action and animated series and feature films
Two by Two, Two by Two: Overboard, Malory Towers, Drop Dead Weird
Sara Daddy
Show Developer and Head Writer known for her excellence in story, characterisation and humour, Sara works across a variety of ages and genres
Puffin Rock (head writer), Claude (head writer), Molly & Mack, Clangers
Gabby Dawnay
Expertly engaging preschool educational writer, researcher and developer
Rhyme Time Town, Messy Goes to Okido (developed)
Sam Dransfield
Writer focusing on quirky and sweet action/comedy for preschool and bridge - also a prolific Storyboard Artist and Animator
PJ Masks, Octonauts, The Tom & Jerry Show
Sophie Dutton
Shiny new talent, warmly witty and fresh, preschool and 6+ writer
Luo Bao Bei, Hey Duggee, Go Jetters, Love Monster
Marcus Fleming
Highly original, character-driven and energetic stories from this very experienced Irish writer
Bottersnikes & Gumbles, Mystery Museum, Roy, Mia & Me
Hilary Frankland
Children’s drama writer, period drama, contemporary drama, teen and dystopian drama
Hetty Feather
Shannon George
US born and trained, Europe-based showrunner, story editor and developer and smartly engaging episode writer
Powerbirds, Kody Kapow, The Stinky & Dirty Show, Love Monster
Lucy Heavens
Brilliantly creative stories with lots of fun and heart. Developing original series and also a writer for hire. US rep Gotham Group.
Space Chickens in Space, Deer Squad, Love Monster
Mike Heneghan
Zombies, monsters, multipocalypse required, with heart as well as laughs and story? Call 0800 Mike Heneghan, comedy writer, with a background in comics
Space Chickens in Space
Mark Hodkinson
Experienced developer and head writer, award-winning comedy chops atop expert storytelling
Dorg Von Dango, Two by Two, Two by Two: Overboard, Malory Towers
Conroy & Hodkinson
Writing team with experience in animated feature films, series and live action comedy and drama
Two by Two, Two by Two: Overboard, Malory Towers
Matt Cooke & Vince Lund
Live action kids’ writers: mysteries, monsters and real jeopardy balanced by moving and funny family & friendship ensemble writing
Taylor's Island, The Dumping Ground
Xana Marwick
New Scottish live action writer, background in theatre and youth work informs rich and serious yet engaging and grounded work
Molly & Mack, Swashbuckle, theatre commissions
Hickey & McCoy
IP originators, showrunning troubleshooters, feature script fixers. Hickey & McCoy bring experience & inventiveness. Sweet spot 6+ and 10+ action adventure.
Mighty Little Bheem, Insectibles, The Real Ghostbusters, Jakers!
Sian Ní Mhuirí
Queer Irish/Kiwi theatre-maker and writer, whose work is joyful, challenging preconceptions with great humour and heart
Royals Next Door, Stories from Backwoods
Steve Middleton
Expert preschool developer and head writer, friendship and problem-solving at the heart of his storytelling
Nina & Olga (head writer), Little Luke & Lucy (head writer), Tee & Mo
Jess Kedward & Kirsty Peart
LA and London-based Writers and Content Creators, strong on action and comedy with a passion for creating inspiring role models for girls. 'Smart with heart', so they've been told... And they love a bit of drama too.
Flatmates, 101 Dalmatian St.
James Phelan
An award-winning comedy drama writer, James brings strong verbal and non-verbal comedy to his animation writing
Space Chickens in Space, Oddbods, Dorg Van Dango
George Poles
Warmly funny live action comedy and drama writer with a background in sketch, satire and radio drama
Goldie's Oldies, Horrible Histories, Hank Zipzer
Armin Prediger
Very experienced, brilliant at making stories work so in demand as a feature script doctor and story creator
Oddbods, Simsalagrimm, Attack of the Lederhosen Zombies!
Ishai Ravid
Comedy with a dash of subversiveness, sweet spot smart 6+ action comedies
101 Dalmatian Street, Zack & Quack, Odo
Neil & Annie Richards
Partnership of husband and wife team with deep educational expertise for young preschool shows
Boj, Alphablocks
Neil Richards
Crazy funny comedy animation with a bit of grit. Has a digital and games development background
Messy Goes to Okido Series 1 & 2 (lead writer)
Kate Scott
Flexible writer and editor who brings strong sense of quirky and eager character comedy to her work across online and broadcast storytelling
Dr Panda, Tulipop, Superbuilders, The Hive (writer and editor)
Katie Simmons
Brilliant series creator and developer across major properties and now with her own company King Banana. Main focus younger preschool to bridge, with light educational touch.
Yakka Dee (co-creator), Andy’s Dinosaur/Prehistoric Adventures, Go Jetters (development)
Danny Stack
Broad range and experience, sweet spot bridge to 6+ boy skewing action comedy and adventure. Developing and producing features and television.
PJ Masks, Transformers: Rescue Bots Academy, Hey Duggee
Tim Clague & Danny Stack
Writing/directing team developing and producing their own kids live action features and series
Who Killed Nelson Nutmeg?, Future TX
Liam Swann
Fresh talent, experienced story editor and show developer broadening his writing experience.
Nella the Princess Knight, JoJo & Gran Gran, Ada Twist: Scientist
O’Donovan & Tobin
Writer/producers with a fine, freewheelin’ anarchic comedy voice, great on both sketches and longer form. Currently producing their second original series, CRITTERS.TV.
Dodo, Critters.TV, Brain Freeze
Dilpreet Kaur Walia
New writer and puppeteer, crazy, funny, anarchic and wildly inventive voice. Name means Heart Love Princess Warrior...
My Petsaurus, The Twisted Timeline of Sammy & Raj, Stikbot
Kristina Yee
US-born, Dublin-based writer with a really fresh and funny voice, sweet spot 6+ comedy with a lot of energy and heart.
Dodo, Ollie, Space Chickens in Space, Love Monster, Sir Mouse

We also keep a list of script editors, development executives, directors and production talent with experience in working on projects for kids. For more information and to discuss your requirements, please contact: info@kitsonpress.co.uk

 

Client pictures © Paul Parkes 2019 www.parkesanimation.co.uk

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Kitson Press is a creative talent agency representing writers, directors, producers and technicians working in Television, Film, Theatre and Radio.

We have built up a particularly strong roster of kids writers, right across pre-school to teens, animation and live action, representing clients who love creating great content for children, both in the UK and internationally.

To look at our current client list please go to the Clients page.

To find out how to become a client of Kitson Press please go to the Submissions Page.

Kitson Press Associates is run by Jean Kitson and Julie Press along with our assistant Emilie Loldrup Hansen.

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Writers: If you are interested in being considered for representation please send a CV and a full length sample of your writing work to submissions@kitsonpress.co.uk

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