McKnight Screenwriting Fellowship
The McKnight Foundation awards $25,000 Fellowships to two Minnesota screenwriters annually.
Walt Disney Studios/ABC Writers Fellowship
To seek out and employ culturally and ethnically diverse new writers.
The Anthony Radziwill Documentary Fund
Grants to emerging and established documentary filmmakers in the form of development funds (seed money) for specific new projects.
ABC Talent Development Scholarship Grant Program
Provide grants/scholarships to selected individuals to discover and support new writing, filmmaking and directing talent.
Independent Film Training Grant Initiative
Partial salary reimbursement for bona fide film production technician "trainees" performing the credited job description for the first time.
IFP Market Awards
The IFP Market's support of filmmakers includes both cash and services in awards that highlight exemplary work and exceptional talent.
Nicholl Fellowships in Screenwriting
Sponsored by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Submission deadline is May 1.
61st Annual Writers Guild Awards
VOTE ONLINE! Current members in good standing can determine the nominees and winners of Writers Guild Awards in the following categories: Outstanding Achievement in Writing for a Dramatic Series, Outstanding Achievement for Writing in a Comedy Series, and Outstanding Achievement in Writing for a New Series. For more information on voting, entering the Videogame Writing and Documentary Screenplay categories, and on the WGA Awards, click more>
LOWELL PETERSON - NEW WGAE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Lowell Peterson joins the Writers Guild of America, East as Executive Director. Read WGAE President Michael Winship’s letter announcing Lowell ’s arrival. more>
WGA 2008 Theatrical and Television Basic Agreement
Read the Schedule of Minimums established in the 2008 Theatrical and Television Basic Agreement. If you have any questions regarding to the application of these provisions or minimums, or regarding interpretation of the Basic Agreement, contact the WGAE. more>
THE STRIKE IN PICTURES
The strike is over, but the images and pictures remain. Visit the WGAE’s photo gallery of photos from key events and pickets. more>
WGAE Celebrates Its Contracts and Members
WGAE members celebrated their hard work and solidarity that resulted in new contracts. See some of the photos from the celebration here. more>
CONTRACT 2007/8 AND STRIKE RECAP
Writers are back at work after the 100-day strike. Background information on the strike and its issues, as well as the archive of strike-related videos and articles are found here. If you have any questions regarding the contract, strike, your return to work, or other related issues, we’re here to help. Email: mbaissues@wgaeast.org or call the WGAE at 212-767-7800. more>