Mark is an award-winning television writer/producer whose recent accolades include four Daytime Emmy Awards, an International BAFTA Award, six Canadian Screen Awards (Canada’s Emmy’s), and a Writers Guild of Canada Award. Mark was also inducted into the prestigious Playback Magazine Top 10 to Watch List. With more than 15 years experience, Mark has a wide breadth of experience that spans comedy, children's & family programming, webseries, and live variety specials. He also likes pizza.
Instructor: Centennial College - Screenwriting 1
Instructor: CBPro, Sitcom Writing 1
Instructor: CBPro, Sitcom Writing 2
Mentor: ReelWorld E20 Program
Mentor: StartWith8 (Women of Color Unite)
Guest Lecturer: Centennial College (Children's Media; Kenn Scott)
Guest Lecturer: Centennial College (Broadcasting; Karen Shopsowitz)
Mark has maintained up-to-date knowledge in his specific field/discipline with ongoing work in the industry as an award-winning screenwriter across various platforms. Additionally, Mark is a regular participant in various teaching related workshops and seminars, including:
*Guest Speaker: 2024 Fred Rogers Productions Writer's Neighborhood Program "Bringing Your Voice to Someone Else's Show"
*Story Editor/Mentor: ReelWorld E20 Program
*Story Editor/Mentor: StartWith8 (Women of Color Unite)
*Panelist: NATPE Miami - "Global Scripted Comedy Pitch Showcase"
*Panelist: Queen's University Conference on Entertainment Industry - "Find Your Passion"
*Panelist: Queen's University Film "Table Talks"