Screenwriter & Copywriter

Neeraj
Anilkumar Rajani

Narrative architect. Word strategist.

Building atmospheric worlds for screen. Crafting words that move people to act.

Fusing technical precision with high-concept storytelling. Based in London, working globally.

"I wish this world was a landscape picture in monochrome."
Neeraj Anilkumar Rajani
London, UK
On Screen
Atmospheric worlds. Festival-recognised feature screenplays.
On Page
Brand narratives. Copy that earns attention and drives action.
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About

Engineer by training.
Storyteller by nature. Copywriter by craft.

I started out as an Electrical Engineer. I ended up a storyteller. The two disciplines aren't as far apart as they sound — both are about understanding systems, finding what connects, and making something complicated feel inevitable.

On screen, I write Atmospheric Realism and High-Concept Thrillers. My debut feature The Devil's Covenant won Best Horror Screenplay at Melbourne, selected at London Lift-Off and the British Horror Film Festival, and earned a place in the Writers' Room at Lift-Off Global. Two more features are in active development.

On the page, I'm a copywriter. Not the kind who dresses up mediocre products in clever language — the kind who actually believes that a single well-placed sentence can change what someone does next. I've written charity campaigns that moved people to donate, brand copy that made luxury feel earned, and emails with subject lines people couldn't ignore.

My background in screenwriting is the unfair advantage. I know how to build tension across a paragraph, how to make a reader feel something before they realise they've been moved, and how to end on a line that stays with you. That's not a copywriting skill — it's a storytelling one. And it's what I bring to every brief.

MA Filmmaking — University for the Creative Arts (UCA Farnham)

Atmospheric Realism
High-Concept Thrillers
Feature Screenwriting
Brand Copywriting
Charity & NGO Copy
Digital Content
1st Assistant Directing
Sound Recording
Two disciplines
  • Screenwriting
  • Copywriting
  • Brand narrative
  • Content strategy
Currently
  • Available for projects
  • Open to collaboration
  • Based in London, UK
Background
  • Electrical Engineering
  • MA Filmmaking, UCA
  • UK Film Industry
Screenwriting

Stories built
for the screen.

The Devil's Covenant
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The Devil's Covenant
"Faith isn't lost. It's traded."
Feature Screenplay
The Devil's Covenant
Folk Horror / Supernatural Thriller
Award WinnerFestival Circuit2024
The Gray Space
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The Gray Space
"You don't have to find the answers every time."
Feature Screenplay
The Gray Space
Psychological Thriller / Supernatural Drama
In DevelopmentFinalist2024
Marry Me Charlotte
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Marry Me Charlotte
"The wrong proposal. The right chaos."
Feature Screenplay
Marry Me Charlotte
Dark Comedy / Action / Crime
Official SelectionFestival Circuit2025
Creative Writing
Digital Brand Content
Brand & Narrative Content

Fast-turnaround digital content for brands requiring editorial quality under deadline pressure.

Ongoing2021–Present
Recognition
🏆 Awards & Placements
The Devil's CovenantWinner, Best Horror ScreenplayMelbourne International Screenplay Awards · 2024
The Devil's CovenantSemifinalistLos Angeles International Screenplay Awards · 2024
The Devil's CovenantWriters' Room — Industry ProgramLondon Lift-Off Film Festival · 2024
Gray SpaceFinalistOh Scares International Film Festival & Awards
The Devil's CovenantFinalistMonthly Film Festival (UK)
The Devil's CovenantQuarterfinalistVancouver Horror Show Film Festival
🎬 Official Selections
The Devil's CovenantOfficial SelectionLondon Lift-Off Film Festival · 2024
The Devil's CovenantOfficial SelectionBritish Horror Film Festival · 2024
Marry Me CharlotteOfficial SelectionLondon Lift-Off Film Festival · 2025
Marry Me CharlotteOfficial SelectionComedy: Genre Lab – Lift-Off Global Network · 2025
Copywriting

Words that make
people move.

Same narrative instinct.
Different canvas.

A screenwriter doesn't just describe — they make you feel the room, understand a character in a single line, and believe in a world that doesn't exist. That same discipline is what I bring to copy.

From charity campaigns built to move hearts, to lifestyle brands built to move product — I write with clarity, emotional precision, and a deep respect for the reader's intelligence.

Brand & Voice Charity Campaigns Website Copy Long-Form Product Copy
Selected Headlines
"One Meal. One Mind. One Future Changed."
HelpOurMinds — Hero
"Don't let their potential go hungry."
HelpOurMinds — CTA Section
"The Heart of Comfort, right in your bed."
Autumn Roots — Hero
"Sleep On It. Literally."
Autumn Roots — Trial CTA
"We're on the ground. Join us."
HelpOurMinds — Impact
"Melted my back pain away."
Autumn Roots — Testimonial
Case Study I
Submitline · Email Campaign
Turning a Big Announcement
into Immediate Sales
How a single email drove pitching token purchases by leading with the reader's dream — not the client's news.
Copywriter & Strategist
High-Conversion Email
Promotional Campaign
The Challenge

Screenwriters get bombarded with industry newsletters every single day. When Submitline — a platform connecting screenwriters with production studios — partnered with StudioY to officially produce a script from one of their writers, it was genuinely massive news.

But a standard "We've Partnered!" press release would have been buried in the promotions tab before anyone opened it. The goal wasn't just to share the news. It was to drive immediate action and sell pitching tokens. We needed a hook that cut through the noise, tapped into the ultimate screenwriter dream, and created urgency without sounding like a cheap sales pitch.

The Strategy
  1. 1
    Lead with the reader's dream, not the client's news
    The subject line forces the reader to picture their own script getting produced — before they've even opened the email. The company announcement is the second sentence, not the first.
  2. 2
    Design-led scannability
    Coming from a design background, I structure copy for how eyes actually move down a screen. The partner name, promo code, and discount are all bolded — a fast scroller still gets the full value proposition.
  3. 3
    The open-loop P.S.
    The P.S. is consistently the most-read part of any email. I used it to tease a future announcement — a curiosity gap engineered to guarantee high open rates for the next campaign.
The Final Deliverable
Subject Your script, produced by StudioY? 🎬
Preview What if the next screenplay they produce is yours?

Hi Judith,

What if the next screenplay StudioY produces is yours?

We're thrilled to announce that Submitline has officially added StudioY to our roster. They are actively scouting our platform right now to find one of our writers' screenplays to officially produce.

Yes, really. And it could absolutely be yours.

To help you get your pages in front of them, I want to give you a head start. Use the promo code STUDIOYFORUS20 at checkout to get 20% off all pitching tokens.

CTA copy drives urgency without pressure

Don't wait on this. Grab your tokens and shoot your shot.

Best,
Rafello › The Submitline Team

P.S. This isn't the only massive news we have this month. Keep a very close eye on your inbox...
Open loop — engineered to lift next campaign's open rate
Case Study IV
HelpOurMinds Hero
HelpOurMinds
Charity Website — Full Copy
A nonprofit fighting child hunger and providing education across 25+ communities. The brief: write copy that converts empathy into action — without exploiting suffering.
"Thousands of children wake up to hunger instead of opportunity. Your support puts a full plate and an open book back within their reach."
CharityConversion CopyEmotional Storytelling
HelpOurMinds Story
HelpOurMinds
The Human Story Section
Long-form narrative copy translating real impact into emotional connection. The challenge: make a statistic feel like a person.
"Behind every statistic is a child with potential and ambition. Today, that same child has risen to the global stage to fight for the very cause that gave them a second chance."
Long-Form NarrativeImpact StoriesBrand Voice
Case Study IV
Autumn Roots Hero
Autumn Roots
Luxury Mattress Brand — Website Copy
A premium British sleep brand entering a crowded market. The brief: communicate craftsmanship and comfort with the restraint of luxury — no hype, just confidence.
"The Heart of Comfort, right in your bed. Featuring 2,000 Micro-Pressure Bubbles that cradle your body. Whether you're a side, back, or stomach sleeper — deep, uninterrupted sleep all night long."
Luxury BrandProduct CopyLifestyle
Autumn Roots Trial
Autumn Roots
100-Night Trial — Risk Reversal Copy
Converting sceptical online shoppers with honest, reassuring copy that eliminates purchase anxiety without resorting to pressure tactics.
"We know you can't truly test a mattress in a showroom for five minutes. That's why we give your body time to adjust. Sleep on it, lounge on it, snooze on it. If it's not the best sleep of your life — we'll pick it up and give you a full refund. No stress, no hassle."
Conversion CopyTrust BuildingE-commerce
Toolkit

Craft from first draft
to final cut.

Scriptwriting
Final DraftExpert
Narrative StructureExpert
Character DevelopmentExpert
Copywriting
Brand Voice & ToneExpert
Conversion CopyExpert
Long-Form NarrativeExpert
Production
1st Assistant DirectingExperienced
Sound RecordingExperienced
Adobe Premiere ProProficient
Services

Professional services
for writers & brands.

Script Proofreading
Grammar, formatting, and polish. Not story changes. Perfect for scripts that need a professional final pass before submission.
£150 / feature script
90–120 pages · 3–5 days turnaround
+£50–£75 for rush delivery
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Screenplay Analysis
Deep analysis of story structure, characters, pacing, dialogue, and marketability. Detailed notes to strengthen your script.
£350 / feature script
7–10 days · Optional follow-up call
or rewrite guide available
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Story Development
Personalised coaching for idea development, problem-solving, and live brainstorming. Break through blocks and refine your narrative.
£112.50 / hour
Per session · Bundle packages
(3–5 sessions) with discount
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For custom packages or brand copywriting commissions, reach out via email.

Contact

Let's make
something real.

Whether you're developing a feature, need copy for your brand, require a script doctor, or want fast-turnaround digital content — I'm always open to new projects and creative collaborations.

The Soundtrack

Beyond screenwriting and copy, I create music that explores atmosphere and emotion. From vocals to composition, each track is a narrative experiment.