about me
I am Martine de Jong, 32 years old and living in the north of the Netherlands. Until now I have always worked as a language teacher of Spanish and English, but I notice that that work alone does not give me enough energy, so I am looking into my options for a (partial) career switch.

I have been writing film scripts for two years now. I have many ideas, also for TV programs and documentaries. I want to make people think, put the other side of reality in a light. In July 2020 I followed the intensive beginners course TV and Film Directing 1 at TV College in Hilversum. This has opened my eyes: this is my passion, it gives me a lot of energy and I am now investigating whether I can continue professionally. This requires knowledge and experience and since it is too expensive to study full-time for four years at my age, I am looking for experience in other ways. For example, I worked one day a week as a volunteer for broadcaster LEO Middelsé for six months to gain more experience in directing, camera operating and video editing (Adobe Première). In addition, I have recently become part of the script team of the Open Film Team foundation.

In addition, I try to educate myself as much as possible through courses and part-time courses. In 2020/2021 I followed the Scenario Writer course at the Writers Academy. This academic year I will follow the online annual course 'Story Masterclass' at the Story Academy in Sweden. For that I am writing a feature and a pilot with series bible.

I hope to be able to come into contact with inspiring people here who can guide me further in this, for me, new world. I am motivated, a fast learner and I believe in my potential.

ask me for
Book-to-film adaptations
Writing plays

remarks
I have lived in Spain for 4.5 years and speak Spanish fluently.

trackrecord
Vox pop series for broadcaster LEO Middelsé (four episodes)
Short report about dating in times of corona for broadcaster LEO Middelsé

awards
Script 'Interconnected' (short film) made it to Chicago Screenplay Awards Quarterfinals - 08/02/2021.

equipment
Professionele videocamera: Sony HXR-NX5E

software knowledge
Creative Cloud Adobe Première, Final Draft