Terry Newman: author, scriptwriter and script doctor
Terry Newman: author, scriptwriter and script doctor
drtel @btinternet.com
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WHAT I DO
Terry Newman, or Terence as hardly anybody calls him, works with clients from all around the globe, writing, improving and enlivening scripts and manuscripts. Entertainment, including film, TV, radio, New Media and commercial, including adverts, animation, training films and audio guides. He is particularly in demand to help with structure and dialogue.
Terry is also a former university lecturer in scriptwriting and has also tutored industry professionals, including actors, about the joys of scriptwriting. He has developed his own approach to feature film writing that is clear and cuts down on costly and time-consuming redrafts. Although not specifically a ghostwriter, he is always willing to discuss your requirements. He can be contacted at: drtel@btinternet.co.uk or on this page where a full resume can be provided
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TERRY NEWMAN TESTIMONIALS
A brilliant man to work with! Superb quality of work - of the highest standard!
Hadair Alameir. Director, Iraq
Thanks Terry. You completely understood what we were aiming for with our social media project and created a comedy script that made us laugh out loud. You worked quickly and professionally. I would highly recommend your services.
Helen Robinson. Advertising Account Manager, Clearads
Terry is a genius and a gentleman. An absolute joy to work with brimming with brilliant ideas, razor sharp wit and a luxurious head of hair one can only dream of .
Rory Scott. Creative Director at Media Players
Terry is the perfect writer for my puzzle game and what he did was magical. His depth and breath of knowledge in puzzles is beyond the best I can imagine. Katie Huang, Game Designer
Terrence did a wonderful job and provided some much-needed feedback. Justin M, film maker.
Terry is a true professional and everything he does is well thought out and organised to perfection. His expertise and commitment is second to none and I would recommend him and his work to all. ***** Ian Jackson, author
Terence is extremely knowledgeable and very easy to work with. He has by far exceeded my expectations, and I look forward to working with him again! Jack L. Performer
"Brilliant in terms of responsiveness, professionalism & knowledge. Work far exceeded our expectations. Can definitely recommend."Sue L. Comedy Writer
"Great work and pleasure to deal with, would hire again in a minute's notice."Joe P Producer Seven Entertainment
“Terry is an excellent and efficient script-writer. He rewrote the script within 48 hours, improving it beyond recognition. I would recommend Terry extremely highly.”Helen Glanville, Former Senior BBC Producer (Panorama, Newsnight, Watchdog, etc) now owner ‘Hawkeye Media’.
“What a writer!!! Fantastic on all accounts. A true professional..... And a creative gem!! Highly highly recommended!!!!!!”David Alter, musician and producer.
***** Dr Tel, you are a star! Thanks for all your help with my rather unusual book and look forward to working with you again. Tim Exell Author and Creative Director
"A professional job, completed efficiently with warmth and understanding. Highly recommended. *****” Chris L. author
Terence did a fantastic job! This is my second time working with him, and just like the first time he did an amazing job. Not only did he do all that I asked, he did more. I'm sure there's other great talent to consider on PPH, but I may never know. I can't imagine not choosing Terence again. Why take that risk? He's funny, smart, professional, detail-oriented, and thorough. I'm more than satisfied! ***** James S. Writer
WOW! Thanks for sending over the script, I've had a quick read of it and I think you've hit the nail on it's head. Thanks, for taking in the whole heap of background information and turning it into a realistic, witty and engaging script. Hezatu Jalloh - director
Terry has been a joy to work with. He's a consummate professional and tremendous resource. We highly recommend him. Nework Productions, USA
“Terry has created an outstanding story for our sci-fi series. Great plot, great humor. He has been a pleasure to work with and delivered way over what we have asked him to do. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to develop a good story/script. ”Oleg P Filmaker
“Very skilled and professional service provider!”Eli Fr Film Producer
“Thanks very much for some excellent work exceeding what we'd expected.” Gary Molton. Producer and Animator
"A professional job, completed efficiently with warmth and understanding. Highly recommended. " Chris L. Author
“Very talented writer of humorous and fantasy content. Already given him a second remit after he delivered the first and will remain in touch to write some fresh content for us in future.” PJ Producer, Mediaola Limited
Brilliant work - love it! Sue Gee -comedy writer
“I'm glad we went trough the process of having the script sent to you. You solved, many, many issues with the previous script, and I believe that at the end it turned out to the film's benefit. Thanks a lot for your time and help, it's much, much appreciated. I'll be definitely coming back with future projects.”Daniel Florêncio, director ‘Chasing Robert Barker’ FEATURE FILM
“I worked on a film script project with Terry Newman over the period of a year and found him an inspirational and hugely knowledgeable writing partner. He has an innate sense of what does and doesn't work - a notoriously difficult skill when writing comedy - and a rare talent indeed.” Paul Evans MD Greenshoot Consultancy for Film Industries
You have clearly succeeded in bringing structure and form to our story whilst maintaining and developing the relationships between the characters. There is now a beginning, middle and end and I thoroughly enjoyed your creation of Stevo. Your hands were tied with what we came to you with and I think you've done a brilliant job! David Palmer, director
“Detail and care taken are some of the best I have ever seen in any project, ever. Incisive and telling with every comment and a great sense of humour to boot! Highly recommended!” Leon Hady, producer, writer and director.
Dr. Terrence Newman is a true professional with a fine work ethic. I recommend Dr. Newman for any job he so says he is up to. A job well done!” Douglas Lipp, author ‘Northeast of the Lobster Pot’ NY, USA, adapted for film
“Terence is a thorough professional who knows his stuff and gives value for money. Top Man.” Tony Sheppard, author ‘Splinters’. Birmingham UK adapted for film
“Dr Tel gets a full five star rating from me as he went far beyond the call of duty on this job. I can highly recommend him as the work he produces is even better than his outstanding credentials.” Dr Keith-Scott – writer ‘Second Opinions’
“Very professional individual who worked very closely with me in an effort to deliver material on a job which was not easy at all. I would have no hesitation in using his services again or recommending them to others.”A I Carter – comedy writer
“Dr Terry has many talents - writer, lyricist, editor, and researcher with deep cultural and contemporary knowledge. He combines a professional approach with his great sense of humour. He works fast but efficiently, focused on achieving the perfect result. It is always a pleasure to work with him.” Yuri Mezenko – Digital Publisher, Windy Press International
“Good news ***** liked your script and overall approach to subject! … arrange to write the remaining 5 main + 1 teaser scripts!”Akin S, Digital Marketer.
“Terence, Thank you so much for your top quality scripts. With such a brief description you did amazingly well.”Jenny R. Appeartome York
“Its my second time working with Dr. Funny and once again, I am so in awe of his talent. I am not quite sure how I got so lucky to have found him. Your belly will hurt after reading his humor and he's just as talented on the serious writing as well. The scale only allows for 1-5 but Dr. is off the charts with his outstanding abilities. ”— Ghostwriting Client
Dr. Tel is simply the best! I am very lucky to have found him. Not only is he the funniest guy ever but he's also an incredibly talented writer. And, he even sent the work back to me ahead of schedule. Amazing! I can only hope that I will get to work with him on future projects.Lindy Landy. Writer
“Absolutely Superb. Terry went above and beyond what was asked. I can honestly say I thoroughly enjoyed working with Terry. Very professional and he really did go way above what I asked. He provided suggestions and scenarios that I never thought of before. Quality worth waiting for if you ask me. I will definitely be using Terry again. That is for sure! Brilliant work!”Asif Walli – author. Duke of Delhi