Writers Groups for Screenwriters

SCREENWRITERS GROUPS

Writer's Guild of America, West:
7000 West Third St.
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Obviously if you're qualified to become a member of the WGA, west or WGA, east then you need no introduction. They are THE UNION for working screenwriters. However, their website also offers valuable information for screenwriters who have not yet accumulated enough points to become a member, and even the aspiring screenwriter will find gold nuggets on the WGA, west website, including a list of current guild signatory agents.

American Film Institute

AFI is committed to advancing, preserving and redefining the art of the moving image. Your membership helps this worthwhile cause. Basic Membership (currently $50) includes:

AFI Member identification card
Complimentary subscription to American Film membership publication
Discounts on AFI workshops and classes
Discounts at the AFI Theater in Washington, DC
Discounts at the AFI Film Festival
Discounts at Los Angeles County Museum of Art's Bing Theater
Discounts on subscriptions to Variety magazine

Scriptwriters Network
Attn: Membership Director
11684 Ventura Blvd., Suite 508
Studio City, CA 91604

The Scriptwriters Network's primary purpose is to provide screenwriters access to information about the entertainment industry. You must submit a copy of your script, along with their application form, the appropriate membership fee, and a $15 application processing fee. Membership is NOT guaranteed. If your membership application is not accepted, your membership fee will be refunded. Membership fees range from $65 - $100 per year. You may subscribe to their newsletter only for $55 per year.

American Screenwriters Association
269 S. Beverly Drive, Ste. 2600
Beverly Hills, CA 90212-3807

Benefits include monthly network meetings, seminars and key note speakers, Selling to Hollywood Screenwriters Conference, script competitions, writer's retreats, and a newsletter.

Screenwriters Workshop offers critiques, workshops & more. Must participate to remain a member.

Screenwriters' OnLine Cooperative is a free, but invitation-only craft and career development forum. Writers read each others work & provide valuable feedback, as well as network within the industry.