Well, that’s what Debbie Oates did. Granted, getting a PhD in Women’s Studies from the University of Manchester, and writing for Coronation Street may not normally go hand in hand, but it shows that PhDs are hidden in all walks of life.
I’ve tried to get Debbie to come to Pathways before, but the timing hasn’t been right. However, now she’s agreed to come and talk about her work at an upcoming Media Club evening event (admittedly, probably a more appropriate outlet than Pathways).
You’ll need to sign up for the Media Club by registering as described below, but it’s free and you get access to future media careers events. If you want to hear more about media events and careers info, you should also keep an eye on our Media Club Blog.
Anyway, here are the details of the upcoming event:
An interview with Debbie Oates, writer for Coronation Street.
Wednesday 8 December, 5.15pm, 5th floor, Crawford House, Booth Street East (above the Careers Service)
On Wed 8 Dec at 5.15pm, Debbie Oates, Coronation Street writer will be talking at a University of Manchester Media Club event about what it’s like to write for the UK’s most successful television soap. She will also draw on her experience of writing for hit series such as Fat Friends, Robin Hood, Primeval, Brookside and many more. Debbie’s successful career includes writing for television, radio and the theatre. She has a degree in English and Drama from Bristol University and a Phd in Women’s Studies from the University of Manchester.
If you are interested in television, radio or the theatre, this is your chance to hear from an established writer and learn how they work with producers and directors.
You will also hear from Jo Combes, of the BBC Writers Room initiative about the Writers Room Future Talent Award and other initiatives.
To register to attend this free event, email Miriam.oneill@manchester.ac.uk giving your contact details.
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