Years of experience: 20

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    H. Corinne Hewitt
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    Ferdinand wrote the screen play for the first book in my novel series. Ferdinand was easy to work with, he is patient, kind, honest, and very driven, he gets the job done! It was a great experience an...
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    Ferdi is widely regarded as one of the most uplifting and supportive mentors in the industry. He not only helps individuals grow by building on their unique talents, but also consistently encourages a...
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    Deni B Sher
    Screenwriter, Actor, Producer
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    I met Ferdinand at ScreenwritingU and immediately knew he was an extremely talented and professional writer. Eventually, we co-wrote a feature film script, which was optioned and is currently under co...
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    I’m proud to endorse Ferdinand Gernandt as a highly skilled and experienced screenwriter. His dedication to the craft, combined with his ability to adapt stories for screen with creativity and precisi...

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Ferdinand's Career Path
Producer / Director / WriterSep. 2019 -
Dec. 2021
The 7Year Mile Film npcProducer / Director / Writer
Pretoria Area, South AfricaIn the midst of fighting for her broken marriage, a PTSD victim takes on stunt driving to rekindle the romance but must race against and beat a conman in order to clear her husband's debt.
Professional ActorJun. 2019 -
Present
Elysian Management (Pty) LtdProfessional Actor
Johannesburg Area, South AfricaWorking actor represented by Elysian Management Juliette Jansen & Boniswa Holland PROFILE: Tbc
Artistic DirectorSep. 2016 -
Apr. 2018
Waterkloof HighschoolArtistic Director
To build and maintain a healthy, sophisticated arts community among students within the school; expanding talent, elevating skill and promoting world-class film & stage productions.

Ferdinand's Posts

  • How I can help you

    In our time together, we’ll deep-dive into: The Hook: Is it clear, marketable, and emotionally resonant? The Spine: Does it hold weight structurally - character, conflict, and stakes? The Viability: Can it sell? Screen ready? Or is it still an unrefined passion project?

  • People I am looking for

    1. Producers & Production Companies → Need scripts adapted, polished, or developed from concept to screen. 2. Authors & Experts → Want to adapt books, memoirs, or nonfiction into film/TV screenplays. 3. Individuals With Powerful Life Stories → Have lived something remarkable.

  • Experience & Cases

    As a professional, optioned, and produced screenwriter - represented by Elysian Management, with screenplays adapted from books, built from scratch, and developed for global producers - I know the terrain.

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  • About myself

    I’m a produced screenwriter - adapting books, creating TV series, and writing features for producers globally. Represented by Elysian Management, I hold a Master Screenwriting Certificate from ScreenwritingU, with numerous accolades and awards.

  • Job Description

    I am eager to collaborate with filmmakers seeking to transform ideas into compelling narratives, authors wishing to adapt their books for the screen, or individuals aiming to share their life stories through film.

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