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The Union Advantage

Better wages, great benefits, and a peer group like no other.

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Interactive Program Contract

Do you write and/or design interactive digital programs produced for disc, cartridge-based platforms and on-line services?

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Informational Writing Contract

Contract for non-broadcast films and videos, aka straight to video or DVD.

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Working in Documentaries

It's a fact that feature-length documentaries are covered by the Writers Guild.

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Writing for Low Budget and Independent Film

Psst...you can still get paid Guild rates! And qualify for health coverage.

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Yes, Animation Is Covered

The Writers Guild does cover animation projects, so what are you waiting for?!?

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Made for the Internet

The Made-for Internet Contract covers the writing of programs for initial use on the Internet or other similar delivery systems.

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UPCOMING EVENTS 
DAILY BUZZ
PRESS RELEASES 2008

LOWELL PETERSON - NEW WGAE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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>

 

New York SAG/WGAE Film Society Launches ’08-’09 Season

New York SAG/WGAE Film Society Launches ’08-’09 Season

Film Society is now a year-long program offering new member benefits and a diverse selection of major studio, foreign and independent productions. 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 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 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

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>

 

2008 Writers Guild Awards Winners

2008 Writers Guild Awards Winners

The 2008 Writers Guild Awards recognized outstanding achievement in writing for screen, television, documentary, radio, promotion, and videogames during 2007. This year’s awards marked the 60th Anniversary of the annual awards. more>

 

On Writing

On Writing

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