Kirsty Halton
Kirsty Halton worked as a forensic scientist and science teacher before embarking on her writing career. She has been a member of the Emmerdale writing team since 2009 and has written for other series including The Chase and The Worst Witch.
CV
2009 – 2021
Emmerdale – ITV
Over 130 scripts commissioned (including 5 x one hour specials)
2017
The Worst Witch – CBBC
Script commissioned
2008
Development contract – Rollem Productions
Original treatments commissioned
2007
The Chase Series 3 – Rollem Productions / BBC
1 x 60 minute script commissioned
The Chase Series 2 – Rollem Productions / BBC
1 x 60 minute script commissioned and broadcast
2006
The Quantum Project – Optic Verve
20 minute educational TV drama commissioned
Other related experience and workshops:
TAPS Regional Shorts and Continuing Drama series courses.
BBC Holby workshop
BBC Brief Encouters scheme – shortlisted