Bryan Elsley (born 17 May 1961 in Dalkeith, Midlothian) is a Scottish television writer, best known for the co-creation of E4 teen drama Skins with his son, Jamie Brittain. Other television dramas include 40, Rose and Maloney, Nature Boy, The Young Person's Guide to Becoming a Rock Star, The Crow Road, Dates, and Govan Ghost Story.