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Tyga Wijnhard

@tygawijnhard

Research-based writer and director creating emotionally grounded stories.

Netherlands
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to write and direct emotionally grounded stories, collaborate on development, and bring my research, active listening, and de-escalation strengths to meaningful film and content projects.

I’m a writer-director and freelance writer who blends research, clear communication, and emotional intelligence to create work that connects. I thrive on conversations that matter—listening actively, asking the right questions, and turning insights into words.

Across years of freelance writing, blogging, and research-based articles, I’ve focused on content that’s both human and effective—using keyword SEO and strong structure to engage readers. I also bring a practical, process-oriented approach through work that required transcription, careful editing, and accuracy.

In fundraising and support roles, I learned how to stay warm while staying effective: building personal contact, communicating developments and objectives, and working toward retention/conversion/upgrade/winback goals. I’ve also supported groups and individuals with observation, activity guidance, and de-escalation, always prioritizing care and boundaries.

Now I’m focused on film development and story craft. I’m writing and directing projects in development, while continuing to train in acting and screenwriting through programs like feature film writing and script interpretation—so my creative work keeps getting sharper, more truthful, and more purposeful.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Freelance Writer & Research

Suzanne Allegonda

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Created research-based articles and blog content, including event descriptions, using keyword SEO to improve discoverability. Produced accurate transcriptions and maintained clear, engaging messaging for a Dutch/English audience.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Hogeschool NTI

BSc in Applied Psychology, Applied Psychology

2020 - 2026

Activities and societies: Specialisation: Psychology and Health

Pursuing a BSc in Applied Psychology with a specialisation in Psychology and Health. Program runs March 2020 through February 2026.

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UCLA Extension

Certificate Program, Feature Film Writing

2024 - 2025

Activities and societies: Electives: Playwriting; Script Coverage

Completed a Feature Film Writing Certificate Program through UCLA Extension. Took electives including playwriting and script coverage between January 2024 and June 2025.

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Stella Adler Studio

Course, Script Interpretation (Film)

2025 -

Took Script Interpretation: Film at Stella Adler Studio between September and October 2025.

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CREA

Course, Acting and Writing for Film/Drama

2022 -

Activities and societies: Four Element Acting; Camera Acting; Writing for Film and Drama

Completed Fundamentals of Acting, including Four Element Acting and Camera Acting, and training in Writing for Film and Drama between February and June 2022.

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Meisner Studio Amsterdam

Course, Meisner Technique

2023 -

Completed Fundamentals of Meisner in Amsterdam between September and November 2023.

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Software and tools used professionally

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