James Hurst, a Toronto-based television writer, creator, and showrunner, is the CEO and founder of Screenright, an online platform offering comprehensive screenwriting and TV writing courses.

James has written close to 50 produced episodes of TV, working on prestigious series like Degrassi: The Next Generation, Being Erica, Flashpoint, Wynonna Earp and Hardy Boys and more.

A 2010 Peabody Award winner, Showrunner of the Year nominee, two time Gemini nominee, two time Canadian Screenwriting Award winner and five time nominee, James is one of the most respected and trusted screenwriters in Canada.