Ep. 153 - ‘Writing, Directing & Finding Your Voice’ with Raisah Ahmed

In this week’s episode, Jamie is joined by the wonderful Raisah Ahmed, a Glasgow-based Screenwriter and Director working across Film and TV. Recently named a Screen International 2024 Rising Star, Raisah also serves on the BAFTA Scotland Committee, the Scottish Youth Film Foundation Board, and chairs the Glasgow Film Festival Industry Advisory Group.

 

We dive into:

• Raisah’s journey into writing and directing.
• Her work within Children’s TV.
• Tips on navigating development as a Writer.
• The importance of setting boundaries and maintaining a life outside of work.
• The joy of telling stories that those before her didn’t get the chance to tell.
• Her experience in the writers’ room for both series of C4’s hit comedy We Are Lady Parts.
• The differences between writing and directing.
• The biggest lessons she’s learned so far in her career, and much more.

 

Raisah Ahmed:

 

Raisah's Website: https://www.raisahahmed.com/ 

ScreenDaily Article on Raisah: https://www.screendaily.com/features/rising-stars-scotland-2024-raisah-ahmed-writer/director/5196190.article 

 

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